Celebrating Everyday Joy

This Gratitude Wall features messages submitted by team members, residents, and family members to recognize the individuals who make our communities exceptional. All submissions are reviewed by Sonida’s Marketing team before being shared publicly. Submit your own note of gratitude.

Communication

Jennifer Allee is grateful for

McClain Miller

HR Talent Partner • Dallas Support Center (DSC)

McClain is a standout! She’s people-focused, culture-driven, strategic, and incredibly sharp. She puts in the work to ensure communities get the right talent and consistently delivers an excellent experience for both candidates and hiring managers. I value her approach and genuinely enjoy partnering with her on recruitment efforts. I know she’ll be relentless in her pursuit of top talent.

A Team Member Submission
Communication

Jennifer Allee is grateful for

Katie DeLaughter

Senior Talent Partner • Dallas Support Center (DSC)

I’m incredibly grateful for Katie. Her work ethic and communication are exceptional, and she has a real talent for partnering with people and supporting the growth and development of teams. She works tirelessly to ensure we match the right candidate to the right role and never hesitates to pivot when circumstances shift. She’s kind, thoughtful, and incredibly patient—and always a pleasure to work with!

A Team Member Submission
Responsiveness

Jennifer Allee is grateful for

Amy Jacobsen

Director of Strategic Initiates • Dallas Support Center (DSC)

Amy is an outstanding partner and teammate. She’s thorough, innovative, and always ready to jump in and collaborate. She also brings a sense of fun that makes even the toughest work feel lighter. I genuinely enjoy teaming up with her and value her perspective immensely!

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Responsiveness

Sarah Burns is grateful for

Myeshia Stafford

Director of Housekeeping • The Harrison

Myeshia always expresses a warm willingness to assist with any needs we have for Magnolia Trails in a timely manner. I appreciate this because it really makes a difference for the culture in Magnolia Trails. The family members and staff notice and have expressed gratitude as well!

A Team Member Submission
Service

Melusine McDaniel is grateful for

Holly Wachtel

Executive Director • The Oaks at Brownsburg

Holly is a servant leader at two of our IL communities. She leads with such genuine service and kindness every single day. The way she shows up with purpose, consistency, and heart sets the tone for everyone around her. Her presence and humor make a real difference, and our team is stronger, kinder, and more grounded because of the way she leads. Thank you for everything you do for our residents, team members, and families!

A Team Member Submission
Service

Jessica Barr is grateful for

Carmen Bowling

Executive Director • The Harrison

Carmen represents every Sonida CARES value. She shows up every single day with the determination to support her team and make sure the residents have the best community to live in. Her dedication, leadership, and genuine care for the team doesn’t go unnoticed. I’m truly grateful for the way she invests in our success and creates an environment where we can grow, learn, and thrive. Thank you for being the kind of leader who makes a real difference.

A Team Member Submission
Service

Carmen Bowling is grateful for

Shanell Tharpe

Assistant Wellness Director • The Harrison

Shanell stepped into the AWD role and has paved the way for positive changes for our Nursing Team at The Harrison. Shanell's hard work and dedication have been instrumental to The Harrison's clinical success. Her commitment to our Residents is commendable. She is truly an asset to our TEAM.

A Team Member Submission
Service

Emily Bolling is grateful for

Katie DeLaughter

Sr. Talent Partner • Dallas Support Center (DSC)

Thank you for consistently showing up with such kindness, purpose, and genuine joy. Your presence lifts the team, strengthens our culture, and reminds us of what it looks like to work with heart. We’re grateful for the light you bring every single day.

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Accountability

Amy Crosslin is grateful for

Ashley Haughton

HRIS Manager • Dallas Support Center (DSC)

Thank you Ashley! Your hard work does not go unnoticed, and I have no idea what we did before you came on board. We are so very lucky to experience your fierce knowledge and ownership of our systems. Your Accountability to supporting the team and company is exemplified!

A Team Member Submission
Service

Meagan Grinnell is grateful for

Lisa Fite

Executive Director • The Waterford at Mesquite

Lisa's passion, dedication, and genuine care for both our residents and staff shine through in everything she does. She consistently goes above and beyond, often in ways that many people may not even see, and it makes such a meaningful difference in our workplace and in the lives of the people we serve. Thank you for being such an amazing leader, for always leading with heart, and for inspiring all of us to do our best. We are all so grateful and blessed to work with someone like you.

A Team Member Submission
Service

Ricki Elston is grateful for

Marilyn Ice

Dietary Director • Riverbend

I am grateful for the pride you take in serving our residents! Your work makes our community better every day!

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Accountability

Ricki Elston is grateful for

Courtney Thomasson

Wellness Director • Riverbend

Thank you for the heart, knowledge, and consistency you bring to our community. We are all grateful to have you!

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Responsiveness

Dorothy Brown is grateful for

Kizzy English

Dining Service Coordinator • The Waterford at Decatur

Her compassion and dedication shine every day. She goes above and beyond to serve our residents while supporting the team. She constantly finds meaningful ways to move the team forward in a positive direction. Thanks, Kizzy, for leading with empathy and creating a sense of unity. We're grateful for your impact and grateful for you.

A Team Member Submission
Service

Hira Balal is grateful for

Banjery Fernandez

AR Manager • Dallas Support Center (DSC)

I’d like to recognize Banjery for her kindness, positivity, and strong teamwork. She has brought our AR team together, introduced meaningful changes, and improved our processes to help everything flow more smoothly this year. I’m excited to see the continued improvements she brings in the future.”

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Responsiveness

Kathryn Gorum is grateful for

Sarah Lopez

Accounts Receivable Specialist • The Wellington at Southport

I love having Sarah as our AR Specialist. She is very responsive and always willing and ready to answer any questions I may have. Really appreciate the friendly reminders she gives out and how festive and fun her emails are.

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Service

Beth Rance is grateful for

Cara Dailey

Wellness Director • Whispering Pines Village

Cara is truly one-of-a-kind! I appreciate her & all that she does. Cara is a wonderful asset to our community & her hard work and dedication does not go unnoticed. Cara spreads JOY to everyone she meets and serves. I am proud to be on this team with her. Thank You, Cara!

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Service

Brianna Wood is grateful for

Jeni Burton

Executive Director • Courtyards at Lake Granbury

Jeni is the definition of a servants heart. She is dedicated, caring, passionate & cares so deeply about us and the residents. She inspires us to be better people every day & she never loses sight of the true meaning of our job; loving the residents in our care. So here's to the sweetest, hardworking, and most dedicated leader! We love you Jeni!

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Accountability

Dawnita West is grateful for

Jodie Leamer

Regional Clinical Manager • Dallas Support Center (DSC)

I am incredibly thankful for Jodie and the leadership she brings. She is quick to provide the guidance, education, ownership, and follow through for any and all decisions she makes. Jodie leads by example and does not ask you to do things without preparing you for the job or being willing to show you how to do the job and do it well. She always bases her decisions on the residents and their families, what is best for them, their safety, and overall, wellbeing. I appreciate all that she does for Sonida and the residents!

A Team Member Submission