Executive Director

Maureen Tambasco

In 1994 I began working for the "Deaf services Center of Citrus County". The name was changed in 1996 to Citrus Hearing Impaired Program Services. I went from Data
Entry to Office Manager and in 1997 became the Director. Without a background in Deafness and hearing loss, I had to learn from every day events and some trusted mentors. During the early years I attended workshops and classes to assist me in the responsibility of running this center. After 16 years I am still learning. With new technology and the life of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing forever changing, we have new challenges that arise. I work with the community in trying to promote hearing wellness as well as understanding of quality communication.

Program Speciallist

Penny Douglas-Clemmons

C.H.I.P.S. most recent addition to the team joined us on November 30, 2020 full-time as the Program Specialist. 

Penny moved from Clifton, NJ to Florida on October 1st 2020 has prior experience working with Catholic Charities in “the Bronx” for 8 Years. She was Program Manager at the Cooke Residence where she worked with individuals with Mental Health and Coexisting conditions; Residents who were Hearing, Deaf, and Hard of Hearing. This is where she was first exposed to and learned American Sign Language.

"When I located Citrus Hearing Impaired Program Services, also known as C.H.I.P.S and I read the Mission Statement, I felt an immediate connection to the work that C.H.I.P.S does for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing population."

"I will continue to Encourage, Assist, Reach Out, in providing much-needed services for the Population in Florida."    

Interpreter Coordinator/Testing proctor

Mary Jo Hall

I started with C.H.I.P.S. in January of 2004 working part-time as the receptionist. After a short period of time I became a full-time employee and have worn many hats since then, FTRI Trainer and manager, Interpreter Coordinator, Maureen’s right-hand, etc. My experience in working with the Deaf and Hard of Hearing, have advanced my knowledge of hearing loss and assisted me in providing much needed services in Citrus County

Processing Agent

Jessica Calbi

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