Tuesday, April 6, 2021

Lori Nieves: Volunteer Extraordinaire

Story by Cindy Huge, American Red Cross Public Affairs Volunteer

Lori Nieves, American Red Cross volunteer, makes getting to yes an easy task. Her client centered attitude is obvious to those whom she interacts with.

“I am here to help the clients in their recovery,” states Nieves, as she sits at the table on back patio of the client’s hotel, assisting them with their needs. 

Nieves, a 9-year volunteer, has deployed to assist in over 40 disasters, and always is the first one to step up and help. Going the extra mile to make sure a client’s recovery goes smoothly is what Nieves is best at. 

A recent evacuee from a large apartment fire in Chattanooga need to be placed in a hotel near the bus line. This was important for him to be able to continue to get to his job. Nieves recognized this and made sure this client was properly placed. She then went made the extra effort to meet with the client and help connect him to community resources. This is just what she does…….and does very well……with such ease. 

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