JaxCareConnect: 2023 Year In Review
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Our Team
Our Team
Meet Our Team
JENNY O'DONNELL
Director
Jenny O’Donnell has led the JaxCareConnect project from the inception of the pilot in 2021 through to its launch as an ongoing program effective 10/1/2023. For the past 20 years, she served in various capacities managing programs for non-profit organizations locally and internationally. She has vast experience in the areas of volunteer and community engagement as well as launching program start-ups and new initiatives. She led programs within outstanding service organizations such as Habitat for Humanity International, HandsOn Jacksonville, United Way of Northeast Florida, AmeriCorps and Episcopal Children’s Services. She received a BA from the College of Charleston in Philosophy/Religious Studies. She is also a dedicated Guardian Ad Litum volunteer and advocates for children in the dependency court system. When she is not working or volunteering, Jenny enjoys spending her time with family, traveling and exploring new foods!
Allie Quindoza
Admin & Marketing Specialist
Allie is a Jacksonville native and received a degree in Marketing from Florida State University. She brings expertise in digital marketing and health care-related office administration. Her interest in marketing drew from her endless curiosity for understanding others. She believes that through understanding, compassion, and empathy, she can better serve her community - which is exactly why she joined the JaxCareConnect team. When she is not working, Allie enjoys creating art, spending quality time with her loved-ones, and taking in the great outdoors!
rhonda allen
Intake Screener
Rhonda was born in Atlanta, Georgia and raised in Jacksonville, Florida. After attending high school in Jacksonville, she began her educational journey at Florida A&M University. During her junior year, Rhonda completed an academic externship at Tallahassee Memorial Hospital, working with the Healthy Start program to oversee maternal and infant healthcare services in the community. Rhonda graduated with her Bachelor's degree in Social Work and gained experience over the next 14 years working in the hospital setting, assisting vulnerable members of the community. Rhonda's greatest strength is in the passion and dedication she has in caring for people. During her free time, Rhonda enjoys reading, traveling with her daughter and spending time with friends and family.
vivian perez moses
Patient Support Coordinator
Vivian was born in New York City, New York and completed high school here in Jacksonville. She has 18 years of healthcare experience, working in specialty care with children and families living with disabilities. She wanted to do more to help her community which pushed her to further her education and complete her Bachelor’s in Human Services at Florida State College at Jacksonville. During her academic journey, she volunteered with a non-profit called Eldersource. There, she helped to determine the needs of the elderly and their caregivers and provided them with helpful resources. Her passion is to support others in challenging situations and ensure they receive the care they deserve. When she is not working, you can find her spending time with family and friends or outdoors on the water or hiking a trail.
ahyanna shepard
Health Advocacy Navigator
Ahyanna is a New Jersey native but has lived in Jacksonville for many years. She received her Associate of Science in Office Administration degree from Florida State College of Jacksonville. She has served her community in the non-profit sector for more than 15 years through philanthropy, charity, art and education. She is passionate about serving those in underserved communities and making sure they have the proper resources available to them. She took a special interest in her current role as a Health Advocacy Navigator to make sure those in the community that are uninsured are aware of free health services and how to obtain them. She periodically teaches arts & crafts for free in the community. Ahyanna enjoys spending time with her family, road trips, exploring art and different cultures.
Kelsey McKenna
Patient Health Advocate Manager
Kelsey is a native Floridian and holds a degree in Public Health from the University of Miami. She initially moved to Jacksonville to complete a year of service with the City Year AmeriCorps program as a mentor for at-risk children, but then stayed to complete another service term as a Patient Navigator with National Health Corps Florida at Sulzbacher. Kelsey brings experience in specialty referrals for vulnerable members of the community and a passion for connecting with patients to meet their needs. During her free time, you can find Kelsey at the beach volunteering with Beaches Sea Turtle Patrol, spending time with friends at local outdoor markets and the beach, or trying out new restaurants.
Breana barr
Patient Health Advocate
Breana is a Jacksonville, Florida native. She originally went to Florida A&M University to pursue a degree in Broadcast Journalism, but switched fields because she took an interest in Public Health. She ended up transferring to University of North Florida and obtained a degree in Criminal Justice with a minor in Psychology. Her interest in Public Health led her to a career in Case Management because she realized that all aspects of a person's life are interlinked as they are related to one's needs and wellbeing. In her down time, she enjoys traveling, exploring new foods, and spending time with her children. Something you may not know about her is that she has a set of fraternal twins!
adrienne buck
Patient Health Advocate
Adrienne is from Lancaster, Pennsylvania and moved to Jacksonville in 2023. She pursued a bachelor's degree in criminal justice from Lancaster Bible College. Her interest and previous work in community health and health advocacy led her to JaxCareConnect's Patient Health Advocate role. When not working, Adrienne is watching (or anticipating) a Philadelphia Eagles game and checking out new restaurants with her spouse.
bresha snead
Patient Health Advocate
Bresha, a Jacksonville, FL native, graduated from Edward H. White High School and pursued Journalism at Florida State Community College. With over seven years of experience as a security officer, she dedicated herself to protecting and serving others. Driven by a passion for making a positive impact, Bresha transitioned to advocating for our unhoused neighbors at a local non-profit, which led her to her current role as a Patient Health Advocate. In her free time, Bresha enjoys music, fashion, spending time with her loved ones, and cheering on the Jacksonville Jaguars. Go Jags!
