Lenita Gardner

LeNita Gardner, CHW, CRSS, is an experienced professional in community health and insurance services, currently serving as a Care Coordinator at AgeOptions since August 2022. In addition to this role, LeNita works as a Community Specialist, motivator, and advocate with Next Steps Outreach, focusing on non-judgmental service delivery to individuals affected by addiction. LeNita has a strong background in insurance, holding positions such as Life Insurance Specialist at FinFit Life, Life Insurance Agent at American Income Life Insurance Company, and Licensed Insurance Agent at Consumer Capitol Group. LeNita's educational credentials include an Associate's degree in Speech Communication and Rhetoric from City Colleges of Chicago-Kennedy-King College and completion of a CHW apprenticeship program.