​​My name is Michelle and I am the Director at Oak Park Estates. I have been in healthcare for 17 years. I began my nursing career on a whim and fell in love with caring for others, especially Seniors. Working in Assisted Living gives me the opportunity to do so many things I love:

Education – teaching caregivers how to approach Residents with Dementia. Showing a care team the importance of being dedicated and creative and following interventions put in place to allow Residents to live in Assisted Living for as long as possible.

Caring for Senior Citizens – I have always enjoyed spending time with my Residents, being in their presence puts me at ease and makes me happy, they are my friends and I love them.

Helping others during difficult times – moving from your home, or entrusting your loved one to others is scary, sad and extremely difficult. I often meet with families or Residents who never saw a move coming, they have a fall or other change in their situation that prevents them from going home for a very long time and sometimes never again. In that moment, I care greatly about providing a home away from home that feels comfortable and safe.