OACAA staff member honored with Legacy Award for 31-year Community Action career

Beloved OACAA staff member Jeannette M. Jarrett, was honored during OACAA’s Annual Summer Conference with the inaugural Legacy of Service Award, recognizing her 31 years of loyal service to the Ohio’s Community Action Network on the eve of her retirement.

“The most important thing [about Jeannette] to me, and I think to her, is her incredible, caring customer service,” said OACAA Executive Director Philip E. Cole during the award presentation. “This is the absolute truth: replacing her is going to be nearly impossible.”

Jeannette announced she will retire in September 2025. A video presentation with pictures from Jeannette’s also played, which can be viewed HERE. Thank you, Jeannette, for dedicating your career to service for others.