I have worked in long term care for over 20 years as an occupational therapist. I have seen first hand the limitations of larger facilities, less than ideal care, and overworked staff. Personally, I have first hand experience in deciding whether to place my father in a long term care facility. I struggled with deciding to provide the care myself or to place him in the care of others. I was nervous, because I have worked in these types of facilities. I only wanted the best for him, because that is what he deserved. He worked so hard his whole life to take good care of me and his family, and I wanted to do the same for him. Unfortunately, his care needs were too great for one person and now he resides in a long term care facility.

My goal is not to provide an alternative place of good care, but one of EXCEPTIONAL CARE.

All people come with a life of experiences, knowledge and struggles. With this all people deserve respect and dignity no matter what the situation or what their limitations may be. After all, these people are our mothers, fathers, aunts/uncles, and others who mean so much to us.

As an occupational therapist, I have worked with patients who have had a change in their physical, cognitive and/or emotional status most often due to a change in their medical condition. I am acutely aware of how to address all these issues to help people achieve their highest functional level or teach them to compensate for the loss. I will ensure that all residents have appropriate exercise and walking programs to keep what function they have, and contact the MD or other medical professional when I observe a change. I can also assist in justifying therapy needs to facilitate insurance coverage.

In the end, I feel that the some of the greatest factors in a satisfying life are feeling respected as an adult and maintaining as much independence as possible, no matter how small. Erin and I are both committed to providing our residents with the very best care to maintain their physical and mental health. Our knowledge and experience give us the ability to go above and beyond the usual care and we take this responsibility to heart.