We are pleased to introduce you to some of the team members who make our community a wonderful place to call home.
“To be able to work with residents and families on a daily basis is a rewarding opportunity! I feel truly blessed to be in a position to help make a difference and ensure our residents live a life of quality.”
After my mother became ill eight years ago and placed in a skilled nursing setting, I was determined to begin a career in long term care. Sunrise has given me the opportunity to grow professional by supporting me initially as an Associate Executive Director and throughout my time completing the Executive Director in Training program. I’m proud to say I now serve as the Executive Director at Sunrise at Orchard!"
"After caring for my own aging loved ones, I was inspired to change careers and join the senior living industry. Having worked with families in the Medicare Industry, I am a seasoned professional who takes pride in helping elders and their loved ones with the transitions that come with aging. I love seeing Residents have a renewed purpose in life once they have moved into Sunrise.
It is most rewarding to be a member of an organization whose mission, values, and principles of service align so closely with my own. I am a compassionate elder advocate who enjoys travel, the theater, spending time family and friends."
"I joined the Sunrise at Orchard Team in July of 2016, as the Resident Care Director. I support the Wellness Team, and have many years of experience as a registered nurse.
My husband and I moved to Colorado in 2000, and are happy to call Castle Rock our home. We enjoy traveling, gardening, bird watching, and outdoor barbeques with family and friends.
As the Resident Care Director, I get to meet with residents in their homes, or a Rehab and sometimes in the hospital – before they make their move into our community. It makes me happy to observe a new resident when they move in to Sunrise as they settle into this chapter of their lives. Their quality of life improves as they make new friends, try a new activity or exercise, or maybe pursue a hobby they haven’t had time for. It’s important for residents to be around their peers, and Sunrise is the place for that!
My mottos is this…..'There is an easy answer to everything, let’s not make life too hard!'"
"I love the position I hold at Sunrise at Orchard as the Assisted Living Coordinator! It allows me to do what I enjoy most and that’s helping our residents smile and make a difference for them. I feel a great sense of purpose in being able to serve others.
I truly believe in the Principles of Service, core values, and the mission: 'to champion the quality of life for all seniors!'
Outside of doing what I love, I have two children, two dogs, and one cat. My family is very important to me, and I am one proud Mother to all of them, four legged included. We love sports and doing anything outside and in our amazing Rocky Mountains. I am a Colorado Native and plan on staying my whole life in this amazing state."
"I have worked in the senior living industry since 2001 in one form or another but found my home with Alzheimer's and dementia residents. My great grandmother, Josephine, was afflicted with dementia when I was five years old. My large, close Italian family visited my great grandma, Josephine, often in her senior community. During my visits, I spent time with other residents with little to no visitors trying to bring a smile to their face or a twinkle to their eye. From here is where I found my passion.
In my free time, I enjoy spending time with family, reading, going to the park and going on new adventures."
"I’ve been with Sunrise since 2006 and truly believe in the Principles of Service that Sunrise stands for. I love getting to share in the lives of the families and residents. I consider Sunrise my home away from home, and love bringing new families to Sunrise! In my free time, I enjoy spending it with my husband and our three teenagers.
I would love to get the chance to learn more about your story and schedule a time to see our beautiful community. Hope to see you soon!"
"I joined the Sunrise Senior Living Team in April, 2018. As the Maintenance Coordinator I am privileged to lead a team of dedicated staff who responsibility it is to provide a safe, secure and clean environment to our residents, team members and visitors.
I enjoy coming to work every day and making a difference in the lives of our residences. Our residents deserve the very best and because Sunrise Senior Living strives to be the very best there is no better place work."
Charlie Brown is part Welsh Corgi and an all-out charmer who spends most of his time in the Reminiscence neighborhood cuddling with residents. He came to us from the Wyoming Dachshund and Corgi Rescue. Charlie enjoys laying in the sun, greeting people, and going for walks with the residents and team members.
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