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Avita Memory Care Program Director Spotlight – Rita Kuczorski

Meet Rita Kuczorski, Avita Memory Care Program Director, whose passion for connection and compassionate care has helped create a warm and engaging environment at Skybrooke at Simsbury. In this Q&A, Rita shares her journey into memory care, the importance of creating meaningful “Peacock Moments,” and how building trust, comfort, and joy helps residents and families feel truly supported.

Avita Memory Care Program Director Spotlight – Heather LaFramboise

Meet Heather LaFramboise, whose passion for memory care and meaningful connection has shaped her 15-year career in senior living at Avita of Brunswick. In this Q&A, Heather shares what inspired her journey into memory care, the joy she finds in building relationships with residents, and how compassion, creativity, and teamwork help create a supportive and engaging community for families and residents alike.

Avita Memory Care Program Director Spotlight – Kelly Gould

Meet Kelly Gould, Avita Memory Care Program Director, whose passion for connection, creativity, and compassionate memory care has shaped her nearly eight-year journey in senior living at Avita of Newburyport. In this Q&A, Kelly shares how meaningful relationships, thoughtful programs, and everyday moments of laughter and comfort help create a supportive memory care environment for residents, families, and associates alike.

Culinary Director Spotlight – Pat Armstrong

Meet Pat Armstrong, Culinary Director at Avita of Stroudwater, whose journey from the restaurant industry to senior living is rooted in a desire to make a meaningful, daily impact. Discover how his passion for food, connection, and comfort comes to life through meals that bring joy and familiarity to residents.

Culinary Director Spotlight – Eric Bright

Meet Eric Bright, Culinary Director at Laurentide at Mashpee Commons, whose 27-year career in senior living is rooted in dedication, consistency, and a passion for creating meaningful dining experiences. Discover how his commitment to quality and connection comes to life in every dish he prepares for residents.

Culinary Director Spotlight – Guilio Fulgenzi

Meet Guilio Fulgenzi, Executive Director at Carriage House at Lee’s Farm, whose journey from the kitchen to leadership is rooted in connection, purpose, and care. Discover how his passion for food and people creates meaningful moments for residents, where every meal becomes part of a larger story of comfort and belonging.