Meet some of the members of our team here at Brighton Gardens of St. Charles, Illinois. 

Bridget O’Connor— 2 Years of Service

Executive Director

“Spending time with our residents has taught me so much in such a short time - it is by far the best part of my job! I really enjoy watching the relationships develop between residents and the staff who work here.  I am continually overwhelmed by how much the entire team cares about each resident and am often caught off guard by how poignant the interactions between the two can be – it is amazing and I am so grateful to witness these moments.  

In my spare time, I enjoy spending time with my family, especially my two young grandsons.”

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Denise Holt—3 Years of Service

Director of Sales

"I feel extremely fortunate to work in an industry that I love. I have a genuine passion for assisting families in finding solutions for their loved ones and having a role in providing dignity and quality of life for our seniors is priceless. 

I began my career in the senior living industry as a senior adviser. While I have an extensive background in corporate human resources, senior living is where my heart is. Sunrise’s belief in the sacred value of human life is why I feel blessed to work here.

In my free time, I enjoy spending time with my family and friends and ministering in my church."

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Julie Soukup—12 Years of Service

Assisted Living Coordinator 

“I have been employed by Sunrise since 2005. I love knowing that what we do on a daily basis makes a difference in our residents’ lives. We get to make it happen and pay it forward! 

I love interacting with our residents, listening to their concerns and resolving any issues that they may have.  It is a huge honor to know that we are given the responsibility of caring for the generation who took such good care of us. I am delighted to be an advocate for the residents and am blessed to be here. 

In my spare time, I enjoy spending time with my husband of 35 years, Ryan, three children, and one grandson.”

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Barbara Gallagher—11 Years of Service

Activities and Volunteer Coordinator

“I joined the team at Sunrise in 2006. I always wanted to be around seniors, and I helped my grandmother out when I was a young girl. At 50, I realized that serving seniors is what I wanted to do with the rest of my life and it has been a dream. 

Each day, I leave our community with a full heart, knowing that I helped make the day better for our residents. Seeing the smiles and the satisfaction when residents are involved in an activity is all I really need to feel successful. 

In my spare time, I love spending time with my family, especially my grandson, Ben. I travel a couple of times a year to California because two of my sons live there!  I also love to play tennis, run and practice yoga.  I am very involved in various ministries of my church, and was on the committee for the St. Charles Walk to End Alzheimer’s for the past two years.”

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Charlie Rumple—4 Years of Service

Resident Care Director

I am a registered nurse with over 4 years of experience in geriatrics and memory care.  I have worked in skilled nursing, assisted living, and memory care.
My last position was the Director of Health Care for Autumn Leaves, St. Charles.  I have 4 sons, a bulldog, and a kitten that I recently rescued.

I enjoy outdoor activities (kayaking, boating, bike riding, camping) and spending time with friends and family. I am excited to be a part of the Sunrise team!

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