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What makes long-term care more than just a job?
In this episode of Hearts of Excellence, host Chelsey Gheyara and Majestic Care CEO Paul Pruitt sit down with two leaders in the senior living industry, Shannon Ammerman and Sarah Davis. With decades of combined experience in long-term care, Shannon and Sarah share their insights into the rewarding yet challenging work of supporting seniors and their families. Shannon, Vice President of Senior Living at Majestic Care, started her career as a CNA, while Sarah has spent over 13 years shaping high-performing sales teams and helping families navigate life-changing decisions.
Together, they discuss the importance of creating meaningful experiences for seniors, building connections with residents and care teams, and overcoming the emotional hurdles of working in this field. Their stories showcase the heart behind the work and remind us why senior care is more than just a job, it’s a calling.
This conversation offers a deep dive into leadership, empathy, and the unique rewards of senior living care.
In this episode, you’ll hear:
- The impact of strong relationships in senior living communities
- How to support families through tough transitions
- Why long-term care is more than just providing care
Highlights:
(01:50) The emotional impact of working in senior care
(04:00) How working with seniors filled Shannon’s life
(07:00) The challenges and rewards of leading in senior living
(10:00) The importance of having strong support systems
(12:30) Stepping into leadership roles with confidence
(14:00) Navigating daily challenges in senior care
(17:00) Advocating for seniors and creating lasting connections
(20:00) The role of relationships in successful senior living communities
(22:30) Why senior living can be misunderstood
(24:00) Advocating for keeping families together
(27:30) Creating vibrant and personalized activities for seniors
(30:00) The importance of finding purpose in senior living
(32:30) Advice for those entering the senior care field
(35:00) Defining excellence in senior living care
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What makes long-term care more than just a job?
In this episode of Hearts of Excellence, host Chelsey Gheyara and Majestic Care CEO Paul Pruitt sit down with two leaders in the senior living industry, Shannon Ammerman and Sarah Davis. With decades of combined experience in long-term care, Shannon and Sarah share their insights into the rewarding yet challenging work of supporting seniors and their families. Shannon, Vice President of Senior Living at Majestic Care, started her career as a CNA, while Sarah has spent over 13 years shaping high-performing sales teams and helping families navigate life-changing decisions.
Together, they discuss the importance of creating meaningful experiences for seniors, building connections with residents and care teams, and overcoming the emotional hurdles of working in this field. Their stories showcase the heart behind the work and remind us why senior care is more than just a job, it’s a calling.
This conversation offers a deep dive into leadership, empathy, and the unique rewards of senior living care.
In this episode, you’ll hear:
- The impact of strong relationships in senior living communities
- How to support families through tough transitions
- Why long-term care is more than just providing care
Highlights:
(01:50) The emotional impact of working in senior care
(04:00) How working with seniors filled Shannon’s life
(07:00) The challenges and rewards of leading in senior living
(10:00) The importance of having strong support systems
(12:30) Stepping into leadership roles with confidence
(14:00) Navigating daily challenges in senior care
(17:00) Advocating for seniors and creating lasting connections
(20:00) The role of relationships in successful senior living communities
(22:30) Why senior living can be misunderstood
(24:00) Advocating for keeping families together
(27:30) Creating vibrant and personalized activities for seniors
(30:00) The importance of finding purpose in senior living
(32:30) Advice for those entering the senior care field
(35:00) Defining excellence in senior living care