E201: Host: Ray Loewe

Guests: Deborah Greggs and Nathaniel Rivera

This podcast features host Ray Loewe interviewing Deborah Greggs and Nathaniel Rivera, two Willow Valley team members who recently received educational scholarships. Deborah is an LPN in resident nursing who is pursuing her RN degree to eventually become a nurse practitioner, motivated by her mother’s memory and her desire to provide bilingual care. Nathaniel currently works in culinary services but is utilizing his scholarship to study psychology and nursing, aiming for a future career as a psychiatric nurse. The discussion highlights their personal backgrounds, including Deborah’s experience raising four children and Nathaniel’s family history of working at the Willow Valley community. Ultimately, the source illustrates how Willow Valley residents support staff development through financial aid, allowing employees to advance their careers while continuing to serve the senior living community.