NORTH OLMSTED ADMINISTRATOR JOINS STC BOARD

Jackie Chavez-Anderson has a passion for keeping seniors healthy & active

Jackie Chavez Anderson1CLEVELAND – July 28, 2016 – Jacqueline S. Chavez-Anderson, a lifelong North Olmsted resident and Senior Center administrator, was named to the Senior Transportation Connection (STC) Board of Directors at its July meeting.  The nonprofit organization provides comprehensive, coordinated, efficient and affordable transportation is available to seniors and adults with disabilities throughout Cuyahoga County.

“North Olmsted is one of the original communities to join with STC a decade ago to provide coordinated transportation to its senior residents,” observed executive director Janice Dzigiel. “In particular, the Senior Center has been an engaged partner, thanks to Jackie and her staff. They are always seeking creative ways to keep their participants engaged and enjoying their community. Her commitment to their well-being and her insights will enrich our board.”

Ms. Chavez-Anderson has worked for her home community for 18 years, and has been administrator of the senior center since 2004. She also serves on the City of North Olmsted Arts Commission. She has a Bachelor’s Degree in social work from Cleveland State University and an Associate’s Degree in mental health technology from The University of Toledo. She and her husband of 22 years, Dave Anderson, met at North Olmsted High School. Their hobby is scuba diving.

She said, “I am passionate about outreach, nutrition and education to support seniors, to keep them healthy and engaged. STC breaks down an important barrier for seniors who wish to keep active, learn and enjoy a healthy meal at our center. I am honored to join the board and look forward to learning as well as contributing to the STC leadership.”

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Get Going With STC Do you have trouble getting around because you don’t drive? Are you age 60 or older, or have disability? STC will take you to medical appointments, senior centers, grocery shopping and more! Senior Transportation Connection provides coordinated, efficient, affordable transportation for seniors and adults with disabilities throughout Cuyahoga County, Ohio. If you're an older adult or someone with disabilities, learn how low cost rides with STC can help. If you see your hometown or an agency you use here, call us to find out how you can get going with STC! STC has accessible vehicles with ramps or lifts for easy, comfortable entry. “Door to door” assistance from trained drivers delivers exceptional customer service and a personal experience. When you reserve a ride, you will speak to a real person in our Cleveland-based Call Center -- No getting stuck in an automated menu, pressing buttons! Our goal is to keep our passengers connected to their community activities, medical care and hot meals with friends. You will ride safely and in comfort if you use a wheelchair, walker or other equipment. If you need someone to help, your personal care aide can accompany you. How it Works Once approved, you can make reservations for trips three days or more in advance. The service is available weekdays. Your community defines where we travel, what kinds of trips are allowed, the fees and hours of operation. We confirm all this when you schedule your ride. Since communities and agencies pay for most of the trip, we work together to keeps costs affordable and your fees manageable. STC also asks for charitable donations and grants to help cover the services’ costs. Make your gift to non-profit STC here. Call STC today to find out how you can get going!