About Tara

Tara Shaver, MPA

Music lover. Shoe junkie. World Traveler. Change maker.

Born and raised outside a small town in North Alabama, I have called Nashville (Donelson) home for the last 20 years.

By day, I’m a Volunteer Engagement Advisor for a large nonprofit and I volunteer with Russell Rescue TN. I have a 4 pack of rescue dogs, which you can find on Instagram @TerrierTarapy.

Before coming to Nashville, I led the state of Alabama through the roll-out of Medicare Part D, receiving nationwide acclaim for the innovative approaches to outreach, education, and partnership. I also launched the National Family Caregiver Support Program (Alabama Cares).

I love traveling and have now been to all 7 continents.

My favorite vegetable is broccoli and the only item on my bucket list is to meet Dolly Parton.

Education, Training, and Such

Master of Public Administration, Auburn University

Bachelor of Science in Healthcare Administration, Auburn University

University Honors Scholar, Summa Cum Laude

Concentrations in aging and long-term care, health policy, and non-profit management.

Certificates in Gerontology, Leadership, Volunteer Management, Reiki I, Life Coaching, and End of Life Coaching

Facilitation Training & Affiliations

Technology of Participation Trained Facilitator

Direct Action Organizing Trained Facilitator

Community Impact Workshop Facilitator

Society for Emerging and Advanced Facilitators

Woo Woo

Ordained Minister, Universal Life Church

Intuitive Development Courses and Self-study in near-death experiences, consciousness, vibrational astrology, natural remedies, and more.

Meet The Terriers

Rocky, Puppy, Adam, and Crazy Mazzie - the terriers of Terrier Tarapy