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Our compassionate team is dedicated to creating a warm, supportive environment where residents feel at home everyday.
She treasures the moments when a resident remembers her, offers a hug, or simply shares a connection
Kim has spent 21 years working in senior living and healthcare, building a career around her love for people and her passion for caring for others. She treasures the moments when a resident remembers her, offers a hug, or simply shares a connection that makes the day meaningful. Her experience includes memory care and dementia care, and she takes pride in being fully present with residents in the moment. Outside of work, Kim enjoys spending time with family, taking care of her health, listening to music, and enjoying sushi. She considers the residents she serves an extension of her own family.
Patsy enjoys learning about residents’ pasts and hearing the stories that have shaped their lives
Patsy Mintz brings several years of healthcare experience to Haywood Springs, including caring for her own mother for three years before entering assisted living professionally. That experience helped shape her compassion for older adults, particularly those living with dementia. Patsy enjoys learning about residents’ pasts and hearing the stories that have shaped their lives. Her background includes experience as a Zumba instructor, Notary Public, and in medical office administration, and outside of work she enjoys camping, hiking, spending time with her husband, and caring for her dogs
Amanda especially enjoys hearing residents share their stories and values the relationships
Amanda Hendon has worked in dietary positions for two years, serving as Dietary Manager. She was drawn to senior living by the opportunity to find meaning in her work while making a positive difference in the lives of others. Amanda especially enjoys hearing residents share their stories and values the relationships she has built with both residents and fellow team members. A ServSafe-certified professional, she takes pride in creating a welcoming dining experience for the community. Outside of work, Amanda enjoys spending time with her family and never turns down chips and salsa. Haywood Springs Meet the Team
Patric values the community atmosphere and the relationships that develop between residents and team members
Patric Pace was drawn to the field by the opportunity to serve residents through good food and create a welcoming dining experience they can enjoy each day. Patric values the community atmosphere and the relationships that develop between residents and team members. He also brings CPR and ServSafe certifications, along with experience in computer and technology systems. Outside of work, Patric enjoys spending time with his family, hunting, fishing, cooking, and a good steak.
She enjoys spending time with residents and getting to know them personally
Skylar has worked in healthcare for about two years, beginning as a Care Tech before becoming a PCA. She enjoys spending time with residents, getting to know them personally, and being part of the close-knit atmosphere that makes Haywood Springs feels like one big family. Naturally outgoing, Skylar takes pride in being someone who can brighten another person’s day and bring a smile when it is needed most. Outside of work, she enjoys going to the gym and spending time with family and friends. She also enjoys coloring and other activities with residents, and her favorite comfort meal is chicken strips and fries.
Samantha loves getting to know residents personally, listening to their stories, and building relationships that make the community feel like family
Samantha Pace began working in senior care at age 17 and now brings approximately eight years of experience to her role as a PCA. She was drawn to the field by the opportunity to help others and improve their quality of life. Samantha loves getting to know residents personally, listening to their stories, and building relationships that make the community feel like family. Her certifications and experience include patient care, CPR, and dementia care, and outside of work she enjoys art and creative pursuits.
Her personal experience with her grandmother’s dementia inspired her to pursue a career where she could support others facing similar journeys
Jayde Garcia has worked in senior living and healthcare for eight years. Her personal experience with her grandmother’s dementia inspired her to pursue a career where she could support others facing similar journeys. Jayde treasures the relationships she builds with residents and the opportunity to make a positive difference through medication assistance, personal care, companionship, and support with daily living. She enjoys reading, listening to music, and spending time with residents through activities such as coloring. Above all, Jayde believes every resident deserves patience, kindness, dignity, and the chance to be known as a person, not simply by a diagnosis.
Cynthia appreciates the love and support shared throughout the Haywood Springs community
Cynthia Rathbone has worked in senior living and healthcare for two years, inspired by the experience of caring for her own grandmother. She believes in getting to know residents personally and treating each person with the same care and respect she would give her own family. CPR certified with PCA experience, Cynthia appreciates the love and support shared throughout the Haywood Springs community. Outside of work, she enjoys playing the flute and piano, and she especially loves talking with residents about their younger years and the memories they have collected along the way.
Cheyanne enjoys spending time with her dogs, arts and crafts, and creative activities, and she brings that same energy and warmth to the residents she serves.
Cheyanne Garcia brings more than 13 years of senior living and healthcare experience to her role as a Med Tech and PCA. Inspired by her father and grandparents, Cheyanne values the opportunity to learn about residents’ lives, hear their stories, and understand the people they were long before they became part of the community. She especially appreciates the family atmosphere that develops between residents and team members. Outside of work, Cheyanne enjoys spending time with her dogs, arts and crafts, and creative activities, and she brings that same energy and warmth to the residents she serves.
She was drawn to senior care by the opportunity to help those who need someone beside them
With many years of experience working with older adults, she brings both professional knowledge and a genuine love for people to her role as a PCA. She was drawn to senior care by the opportunity to help those who need someone beside them, and she especially enjoys listening to residents’ stories and getting to know their individual personalities. Her background includes PCA and CPR training, along with a previous career as a licensed cosmetologist and additional phlebotomy training. Outside of work, she enjoys camping, spending time with her granddaughter, and making the most of life.
He enjoys building relationships with residents through conversation, shared experiences
Rico Telerico has been part of senior living for nearly three years, drawn to the opportunity to support people during an important chapter of their lives. He enjoys building relationships with residents through conversation, shared experiences, and simply taking the time to listen. Rico especially appreciates the camaraderie and sense of family within the Haywood Springs community. Outside of work, he enjoys coin collecting and is known for his sense of humor and willingness to joke around and keep people smiling.
Mikeala values the family atmosphere at Haywood Springs and is grateful for the opportunity to care for residents
Mikeala Burnette has devoted 16 years to healthcare, driven by a genuine desire to care for others. As a Med Tech and CNA, she enjoys getting to know residents personally and learning about the experiences and stories that have shaped their lives. Mikeala values the family atmosphere at Haywood Springs and is grateful for the opportunity to care for residents while becoming part of their lives. Outside of work, she enjoys crafting, spending time with her children, and a good plate of birria tacos.
She especially enjoys talking with residents, learning about their lives, and helping them feel comfortable
Cynthia Caldwell brings 14 years of senior living and healthcare experience to Haywood Springs as a Med Tech and PCA. Her love for caring for older adults inspired her career, and she finds tremendous satisfaction in bringing joy to residents and seeing them smile. Cynthia is Med Tech, CPR, and PCA certified and takes pride in creating a supportive environment where team members lift one another up and residents receive compassionate care. She especially enjoys talking with residents, learning about their lives, and helping them feel comfortable, safe, and genuinely cared for.