Meet some of the members of our team here at Sunrise of Victoria, BC. 

Colleen Leigh

Executive Director

Sunrise Founders Award Winner - 2018

“I have 10 years of experience with Sunrise Senior Living and I have served in several roles at both Sunrise of Vancouver and Sunrise of Victoria. My favourite part of my job is interacting with residents and hearing their incredible and inspiring life stories. 

I enjoy having a community of caring team members around me. Here at Sunrise of Victoria, we foster a wonderful sense of family through our residents and their families and friends.

When I’m not supporting my Sunrise team, I spend my personal time reading, hiking and being outdoors in beautiful British Columbia.”

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Amanda Price

Director of Sales

“Prior to joining Sunrise of Victoria more than a year ago, I worked in sales and event planning in the hospitality industry. I hold a diploma in operations management and I studied sales and marketing.

My favourite part of my job is working with families and seniors, and helping make those difficult decisions a little bit easier. I want to ensure that seniors and their loved ones receive the quality care and the dignity they deserve.

At Sunrise, I work alongside an incredible, inspirational team.  It’s a very warm and family atmosphere.

In my spare time, I enjoy the spectacular nature we have here and around Victoria.”

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Merian Ayala

Lead Care Manager

“I value the care and attention I’m able to provide to our residents each day. It’s my mission to ensure they all receive the best possible care. During my 10 years with Sunrise, I have had the opportunities to learn and grow. Sunrise embraces diversity and celebrates a multicultural heritage. 

When I’m not at Sunrise, I enjoy watching television news and spending time with my religious community.”

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Patricia Smith

Medication Care Manager

 “I have 15 years of experience here at Sunrise of Victoria. I really love spending time with each resident to share a joke and chat. My job enables me to know each resident, and I feel fulfilled when my residents show their appreciation for what I do with a smile.  

I love the feeling of closeness to my residents, their families and my fellow team members. Sunrise feels like home to me.

In my spare time, I am busy with my family and my three special dogs, Pebbles, BamBam and Lil’ Boo.”

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Jenna Galego

Sales Assistant

"I have had the pleasure of working at Sunrise for over 12 years, and during this time I have enjoyed working in several different roles. 

The residents and my fellow team members make coming to work each day fulfilling.

When I am not working I enjoy spending time with my two little boys and my dog."

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