Jo Ann started working at the Y in February 2019 as a part-time job that would help her get out and meet new people. She moved to Pensacola after retiring from a NYS job working with special needs adults. "I have loved working at the Y," she said. "I have met so many people and have made some good friends. Working at the Y has also encouraged me to stay active and continue to work on a healthy lifestyle! Although I left my family and friends in New York, they do love to come and visit me."Jo Ann will welcome hersister and nephew for Easter to enjoy all the things she loves about Pensacola -first and foremost the most incredible beaches that we have here.
"My family has seen how I have changed since moving to Pensacola, making a new life for myself," Jo Ann said. "Besides enjoying the beach and working on a healthy lifestyle, I continue to try to keep a positive attitude in life and give back to the people in my community."