AlmaVia of Camarillo
Whitney LaBrie named CALA 2020 Outstanding Department Director
Congratulations to AlmaVia of Camarillo Sales and Marketing Director, Whitney LaBrie, for being named Outstanding Department Director by the California Assisted Living Association (CALA). Outstanding is an understatement when describing Whitney. Her job title may be “Sales and Marketing Director,” but you’ll find her working beyond her job description. Hairdresser, maintenance worker are just a…
Read MorePhilanthropy Day and You. Get Involved!
Happy National Philanthropy Day! “It is at times like this that we understand the full measure of the sacredness and impact of the work we do every day.” – Adriene Iverson, President & CEO, Elder Care Alliance On November 15, each year, Americans celebrate the charitable work so many do to make a difference and…
Read MoreA Year After Disaster: Ruth and Maggie Thriving at AlmaVia of Camarillo
Ruth Cook was an unlikely celebrity. Before the Woolsey fire, she had lived quietly in her Seminole Springs home for more than 40 years. Her daily companion was her beloved dog, Maggie. The fire changed everything. Rescued by two off-duty sheriff’s deputies, Ruth was evacuated with Maggie but had trouble finding a shelter that would…
Read MoreMeet associate Veronica Verduzco
Meet Veronica Verduzco, a med-tech on AlmaVia of Camarillo’s Memory Care team. Veronica loves spending time with residents and enjoys getting to know what makes every one special. Her organizational skills ensure that each resident gets the right meds at the right time and that records are accurate and complete. She finds great satisfaction in…
Read MoreMeet Diego Sanchez: AVC Employee of the Month
AlmaVia of Camarillo’s daytime chef Diego Sanchez is an ultimate example of our core values in action and a well-deserved recipient of our Employee of the Month honor. Diego strives for excellence in preparing food for our residents and loves to put on a show and make special meals for residents and guests. He collaborates…
Read MoreEmployee of the Month: Melissa Camarillo
When you enter the lobby of AlmaVia of Camarillo, you can expect to be greeted by a smiling face. Melissa Camarillo is our community’s head receptionist, and visitors have the opportunity to speak with her Monday through Friday if they come into the lobby or call. Melissa is much more than a greeter. She also…
Read MoreMeet Ashley Fajardo: AVC Employee of the Month
Moving is never easy, but when residents make AlmaVia of Camarillo their new home, Marketing Coordinator Ashley Fajardo works to make the experience and the transition as smooth and comfortable as possible. Her great creative and organizational skills, as well as her warm, positive attitude, make her a wonderful part of our team and well-deserved…
Read MoreTeam Member Spotlight on Nurse Sarah Nili
Each person who works at Elder Care Alliance (“ECA”) helps to create communities where people are empowered and engaged, providing environments that foster independence and joy. Advanced graphic design students from the TBD* in-house design studio at California College of the Arts created a Celebrating Elder Caregivers campaign. The student project helps celebrate and honor…
Read MoreOlder Americans Month: Engage at Every Age
Aging isn’t what it used to be. Life expectancy continues to increase among Americans, but aging may be changing in another profound way. Slower aging — actual alterations to the rate at which people age biologically — may play a significant role in lifespan, research indicates. May is Older Americans Month, an ideal time to…
Read MoreDementia caregiver class focuses on safety, care planning, financial, legal matters
The California Central Chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association is offering a free “Care Planning, Financial and Legal Matters, Safety Issues and Driving” workshop on April 17 at AlmaVia of Camarillo. The workshop is part of the association’s Confident Caregiver Series for family caregivers of people living with dementia. Attendees will hear from those directly affected…
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