Paula has worked among many populations: Native Americans, Cuban Americans, African Americans, Latin Americans, and many immigrant populations.
Paula has contributed to legislative change and programs benefiting individuals with dissabilities. She was instrumental in developing the first international charities conference held in Ukraine shortly after it received independence. As a result of the conference, Salvation Army, Goodwill Industries and Oxfam (England) created a presence for the Ukrainian and Russian people. She has touched many people with her healing abilities.