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.

Responsiveness

Maggie Quinn is grateful for

Chelsea Smith

Senior HR Business Partner Independence Village of East Lansing

Chelsea is always quick with a very through, problem solving response in any situation. I appreciate her professionalism, her humor and her thoughtfulness in dealing with HR issues.

A Team Member Submission
Responsiveness

Grace Sanvik is grateful for

Roni Stewart

Sr. Regional Clinical Manager The Waterford at Virginia Beach

Roni, I am so grateful for how you approach every situation that may arise without judgment, without stress, and always with genuine support. Your willingness to provide this guidance to myself and Fran truly does not go unnoticed. We appreciate you!

A Team Member Submission
Service

Heather Doiron is grateful for

Stephanie Lewellen

Interim Wellness Director The Ashton on Dorsey

Stephanie brings a positive attitude to our community day in and day out. She is always helpful and leads with patience, kindness and warmth! You make a difference in every day—we couldn’t do it without you.

A Team Member Submission
Empathy

Grace Sanvik is grateful for

Tricia Hodge

Regional Director of Operations The Waterford at Virginia Beach

I’m incredibly grateful to work with someone who leads with both kindness and clarity. Thank you for being such a steady and supportive presence. Tricia not only leads her team to accomplish our goals but also takes time to see the human being behind the workload. I appreciate you, Tricia!

A Team Member Submission
Service

Jordan Sanders is grateful for

Amirani Barnal

Caregiver The Waterford at Colby

Amirani is a very good worker and is very great at her job. She doesn't complain about anything and does an amazing job. Very hard worker. I recommend her anytime, and we appreciate how hard working she is.

A Team Member Submission
Service

Jennifer Nissen is grateful for

Miranda B

Dining Services Director Brookview Meadows

Miranda does an amazing job as the Dining Services Director. She manages unexpected challenges like the order being late or staff not showing up for work with patience and grace. She's a great team member who provides support to anyone who needs it.

A Team Member Submission
Service

Jennifer Burnett is grateful for

Steve Hardin

IL Resident care specialist LaurelHurst and LaurelWoods

Steve is new to our community; however, he has made an impact already with our IL group. His personality and energy brings out more participation in activities than we have seen in a while. His energy makes residents want to participate. I feel Steve is an added asset to our team.

A Team Member Submission
Responsiveness

Sandra Creech is grateful for

Joseph Young

Director of Financial Rep Dallas Support Center (DSC)

Joseph is a technologically proficient professional who consistently leverages automation and streamlined workflows to enhance our team's efficiency. His open-minded approach to feedback and commitment to proactive communication make him an invaluable asset to the organization.

A Team Member Submission
Responsiveness

Brianna Peterson is grateful for

Matt Risnes

Dining Service Server Rose Arbor

Always there to help other team members! Very appreciated!

A Team Member Submission
Communication

Jennifer Burnett is grateful for

Krystal Toney

Sales director LaurelHurst and LaurelWoods

Krystal is a very good communicator. When residents and families tour our facility, she communicates every aspect to them, and they know exactly what to expect if they choose to move to our community. The residents trust Krystal and know they can come to her with any problem, and she will go above and beyond to resolve it. Krystal is a great listener - an overall beautiful person inside and out.

A Team Member Submission
Accountability

Jennifer Burnett is grateful for

Ann Watts

Executive director LaurelHurst and LaurelWoods

Ann is the definition of a great executive director. She prioritizes her residents and team members above anything else. If there is an issue, she goes above and beyond to find a solution. She is always checking in to make sure departments have everything they need as well as residents.

A Team Member Submission
Responsiveness

Jennifer Burnett is grateful for

Cindy Dyer

Wellness director LaurelHurst and LaurelWoods

Cindy is very good at what she does. She is very attentive to her staff and our residents. She makes certain our residents are getting the care they need. She's also available when staff need her. Nursing is what she was born to do.

A Team Member Submission
Service

Jennifer Burnett is grateful for

Sherry Rogers

Houskeeper LaurelHurst and LaurelWoods

Sherry shows up every day with the residents being the main priority. When she cleans a room, you know she’s been there. She strives for perfection in each and every room or apartment she cleans. She is also very kind and considerate to all residents and team members. She goes above and beyond.

A Team Member Submission
Empathy

Jennifer Burnett is grateful for

Amanda Harris

Business office director LaurelHurst and LaurelWoods

Amanda, there are no words. She is a beautiful soul. Her care and compassion for not only our residents but our team members shines bright each and every day. Whatever you are feeling, whether it be joy or sadness, she is feeling it with you.

A Team Member Submission
Accountability

Carmen Bowling is grateful for

Chris Snyder

Maintenance Director The Harrison

Chris has worked hard since the day he stepped foot into The Harrison, focusing on the needs and requests of our Residents and always putting them first before anything. Chris is someone we can always count on to get the job done. His knowledge and experience is remarkable, and we are blessed to have him as our Maintenance Director!

A Team Member Submission
Empathy

Carmen Bowling is grateful for

Sarah Burns

Magnolia Trails Director The Harrison

Sarah has been with us a short amount of time but has made such a tremendous impact in our Magnolia Trails neighborhood. Her patience and kindness for our Magnolia Trails staff and residents is heartwarming. She has been able to shift the mindset of our team and always has the best interest of our Community in mind. Her positivity has been a breath of fresh air!

A Team Member Submission
Responsiveness

Carmen Bowling is grateful for

Myeshia Stafford

Housekeeping Supervisor The Harrison

Myeshia has done an excellent job ensuring that our Community is always presenting at its best. Her attention to detail and how she leads by example, being a hands-on leader for her team, is admirable. When given a task, she is always quick to act and has a proactive approach. Our Community presents beautifully because of her hard work and dedication!

A Team Member Submission
Service

Aayah Elshershaby is grateful for

Josephine Ondari

Server Rose Arbor

Thank you for always being the first to welcome new diners to the dining room, being positive, and taking the extra step to introduce the team as we walk by.

A Team Member Submission