Irene joined our family in April 2021, selecting her core value of Integrity.  “I am delighted to be a part of Watercrest, where I find immense joy in my role. I cherish every moment shared with our residents and community,” she says.

“It is such a privilege to have Irene as a member of our Watercrest Buena Vista family,” says her director.  “Her work ethic is unsurpassed, her passion and ambition are infectious, and her willingness to go the extra mile rubs off on the entire team. Irene is a prime example of a servant leader who creates a culture that welcomes, cares, and serves!”

Brittney joined Market Street East Lake in May 2021, selecting her core value Compassion.  Her peers, director, and family members describe her as “one of the most compassionate people I have ever met . .  she cares for our residents and treats them with love and respect . . . She is very conscientious, always performing extra tasks, including stepping up as one of the first team players during recent storm assignment.”

Brittney is very helpful when accompanying residents on outings .  . having meaningful conversations and positive interactions with them.  She embodies the true spirit of a caregiver by looking after the physical and emotional needs of our residents.

Tiffany has been with Market Street Palm Coast since May 2022! “My passion for serving others contributed to becoming a nurse, which brings obstacles and opportunities that challenge me every day. The smallest intention can make the greatest impact on someone’s life,” she says.

Tiffany’s director feels her core value of Integrity is a good fit!  “Tiffany Santiago is one of our amazing wellness nurses. She has varied experience in the health field spanning from a Certified Nurses Assistant to a Licensed Practical Nurse. Her compassion and attention to care for those in our community comes from her heart, and she is an asset that we are very fortunate to have.”

We welcomed Tammy to Market Street Viera in May, 2023, in the Resident Care Specialist role.  She chose her core value as “Loving” and says, “I love helping anybody who needs help, especially the senior population. I love sharing memories with the residents while I get to be in their beautiful and comfortable home.”

Her director will tell you that “Tammy is a true care giver. She is always smiling and helping others. We are truly blessed that Tammy chose Market Street. She brings a calmness to the community and is a pleasure to work with. Tammy also brings sunshine and love to the residents that she cares for.”

Kieron is a dedicated Resident Care Specialist who joined the Market Street East Lake team in March 2023!  Kieron wasted no time in establishing herself as a devoted and valued associate.  Families and coworkers say, “she is a wonderful person to work with, a team player likes to help others, and can often be seen leading a noodleball activity or doing resident manicures . . . she is a very sincere and compassionate.”

Jamie has been a part of the Market Street Palm Coast family for almost a year, joining us in August 2022! 

Selecting the core value of Friendly, Jamie says, “I’ve been concierge for Market Street for almost a year. It has been a pleasure working here. The managers and staff are great, kind, and respectful. It’s a wonderful place to work. We are like family!”

Jamie makes an impression with her team.  Her director says, “Jamie is a hard worker who puts her whole heart into what she is doing. She is one of our lead concierges, and strives to show everyone love and empathy. It is a privilege to have her in our team!”

Chrissy joined our housekeeping staff in December 2017, just prior to the community’s opening, and has demonstrated an amazing work ethic and initiative-based attitude ever since! She is a true team player, assisting wherever needed and lending a hand for any task that needs to be done. She’s even been known to master a paint brush if the environmental services director is not available, just to assure that a new resident’s move in process was smooth as possible! Chrissy has a great personality and can often be found enjoying heartfelt conversations with our residents about their home state, hobbies and interests.

SanJulia selected her core value “Caring” when she joined our team in February this year.  She says “I receive fulfillment and love by being able to do things for residents who are unable to do for themselves.  They are more than their disease.”

SanJulia’s director will tell you she has a calming effect on our residents, and families love her.  Family members from her previous positions in Boston STILL call her regularly to keep her updated on their loved ones…. What a true testament to her dedication!  “We are blessed to have an associate who embodies SanJulia’s spirit.  I am so happy she has chosen us.”

In her spare time, SanJulia enjoys playing with her three children, and simply spending quality time together with family.

Caroline joined our family in May 2019!  Selecting her core value “Empathy,” she says, “To LOVE a person is to learn the song that is in their heart, and to sing it to them when they have forgotten.” (Arne Garbog).  “I have a dementia awareness shirt with the above quote that sums up what I’m here to do.  It has been an absolute pleasure to “play” my role (be it in one of my costumes or not) with gentleness, laughter, dancing and . . . more laughter!  I endearingly think about my precious resident family when I’m away from them; I’m in this passion for life!  Thanks for always, in all ways, being ‘there’ for me also, Market Street Palm Coast.”

Caroline is a true asset to our team!

We are proud to celebrate Jeremiah Holley as Servant Leader of the Month at Market Street East Lake!  His team describes a reliable team player – patient and with a gentle demeanor with residents.  Jeremiah never complains and handles all situations with professionalism.  A dedicated associate who sets a true example of grace, he is willing to help wherever and whenever needed, and with a smile!  It is no wonder he is respected and well-liked by his fellow team members and residents alike, given his positive attitude, dependability, and kind heart.  A fellow associate sums up best:  “Jeremiah is the most loving and loyal caregiver I’ve ever had the pleasure to work with!”

Jeremiah is a true asset to our team!

Shalenia is a Resident Care Specialist at Market Street Palm Coast – she joined our family in October 2022! She’ll tell you that “Working at Market Street has been an amazing experience! Every time I come here, my heart fills with joy from taking great care of our residents, and putting a smile on their beautiful faces!”

Her director proudly says, “Shalenia functions in many duties as a Resident Care Specialist. She assists in training new associates as well as covering a variety of shifts. She is a diligent, conscientious associate with a compassionate heart for helping others… caring is a part of her DNA!”

We are proud to celebrate Erika Barnikel, LPN as Servant Leader of the Month at Market Street East Lake! Her team describes her as sweet and kind toward every resident, has an endless amount of patience, is a team player, keeps everyone’s spirit high, is willing to go the extra mile without being asked, and has a contagious smile!

Erika is a true asset to our team!

Market Street East Lake’s ARWD, Lisa Campbell-LPN, graduated on May 6, 2023 from Livingstone College, with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Liberal Studies with a focus in Psychology!

We are so very proud of Lisa for achieving this accomplishment! Her goal is to use her degree to continue to educate and mentor her team members to be successful in their roles.

Congratulations, Lisa! We are so proud of your accomplishment!

Eddie has been faithfully serving residents in our culinary department since May 2021! He sums up his experience here by saying “I like the residents and everything I do – washing dishes, serving meals, and having fun with them!”

Eddie’s director proudly states that he is a truly dedicated associate with a genuine care for our residents as well as fellow associates!

James has served our residents as a Wellness Nurse since 2020! He does a great job interacting with our residents and family members, always providing 5-star customer service! He is flexible, always open to filling or extending shifts when necessary. James makes work FUN – he has a great sense of humor! He recently received a beautiful complementary card from a family member for ‘going above and beyond.” Well done, James!

Rita joined our family in August 2023, selecting Loyalty as her core value. In her role as Memory Care Resident Care Specialist, she says, “I enjoy serving people, and I never know what the day will bring. Each day is a new surprise, and I LOVE our residents!”

Rita’s director is happy! She states, “I am happy that Rita found us. Her patience and quiet, caring demeanor toward our residents are only a few of her great qualities. She is loyal to Market Street, our residents, and we are proud to have her on our team!”

Michael joined the Market Street Viera team in May 2021. Of his core value, Compassion, Michael thoughtfully says, “Compassion emanates from many things. When it comes to tending to those in various stages of dementia or other conditions, it is not exclusive to one-on-one contact. Care giving, cooking, even cleaning … are just some ways compassion is given.” His director tells us that “Michael is a wonderful example of his core value. His positive and humble traits are shown every day he walks into the community. He is a role model for his peers. It is a true pleasure to serve our seniors alongside him. He also makes a tasty pumpkin bite dessert too!”

Samdaye is a Programming Specialist at Market Street Palm Coast and joined the team in June 2022. “I just love my seniors!” she says! “They are my family. Since I was young, I loved taking care of my mom and dad…I want to do the same for Market Street.” Samdaye’s director Jennifer agrees: “Samdaye exemplifies the Watercrest mission – To Welcome, To Care, To Serve. She has a genuine passion for the residents and takes pride in providing purposeful engagement. She is a great associate and servant leader!”

Destiny joined Market Street East Lake as Concierge in December 2021 and selected her core value as Humor. She states, “I love serving seniors because I love to get to know them and their history. My interactions with our residents and families make my job so much fun!” Her director could not be more proud. “Destiny wears many hats and can easily trade one for the other!”