Sarah Searles, Regional Director of Operations, has stepped up to the plate with every challenge that faces her. She is fearless, and truly EXCEPTIONAL!

Her nominator stated, “It was a tough week losing someone in Kenosha, but it seems like Sarah didn’t miss a beat, jumping right in and working with the team and families. The support team said that Sarah reached out to them to ensure that everything was still being completed daily as needed. Families were happy, and everything was completed to the highest standard.”

We truly appreciate all that you do for the Azura team, Sarah! Thank you for being EXCEPTIONAL!

Rym Soltani, HR Generalist at the Support Center, has been absolutely exceptional at helping recruit and RETAIN the finest, especially when other HR team members have been out. Rym has filled those gaps flawlessly.

Her nominators stated, “She took initiative on all projects, covered recruiting, new hires, unemployment, anything HR – you name it, she did it. I was in a  meeting all day yesterday and unable to help, and Rym didn’t have to be asked. She has taken on a lot, and has done it all with a great attitude and a smile.”

We so appreciate all that you do, Rym! We have truly RETAINed the finest in you, and are very lucky to have you on our team!!

Marissa Luettgen, Homemaker at Azura Memory Care of Oak Creek, is “kind and
respectful of everyone and does a great job helping residents RECOVER!”
Her nominator stated, “Marissa is a new homemaker, but you would never know she’s
new. She engages the residents in activities and is already assisting with QOL activities after her
homemaker duties are completed. Marissa is kind and respectful to everyone she meets and helps
out in any way that she is needed. She is creative and shares her compassion and joy with all of
the residents to ensure they, too, experience joy for themselves.”
Thank you, Marissa, for the multitude of ways you engage with our residents to aid in
their RECOVERy! You are appreciated!!

John Zey, Maintenance Lead at Azura Memory Care of Eau Claire, is extremely
INNOVATIVE and is always looking for ways to enhance the life of residents.
His nominator said, “When visiting Eau Claire, I noticed John with a group of residents
at the dining room table having a snack and leading a discussion. I thought it was remarkable that
the maintenance lead took time out of his day to create a moment of joy for all the residents. Just
watching John interact with the residents, you can tell that he truly cares about them!”
Thank you, John, for going above and beyond and finding INNOVATIVE ways to make
residents feel like they are home. Your heart and compassion are truly one of a kind!

Jake Smith, Team Lead at Azura Memory Care of Eau Claire, has been an amazing help
to the success of the Eau Claire team!
His nominator stated, “Due to the transition between RN’s, there was quite a backlog of
medications that needed to be destroyed. When I saw this, I felt like it was going to be an
overwhelming task to complete. With Jake’s help, and the help of a couple more amazing people,
we were able to make quick work of it. By completing the task, we were able to allow the new
RN to start with one less task that needed to be caught up on.”
“By helping me, Jake treated me with RESPECT even though he had never met me
before. This allowed me to recover mentally from what I had pictured in my mind as
overwhelming and daunting. He is truly exceptional! Thank you, Jake, and keep up the great
work! Azura of Eau Claire is lucky to have you!”

Kaylin Shremp, Caregiver at Azura Memory Care of Stoughton, “has been a consistent
and reliable employee since before I was hired.” Kaylin’s positive attitude and kind demeanor
makes her very easy to get along with and helps RETAIN the finest Azura team members!
Her nominator stated, “She is always easy to work with, often helping with extensive
caregiving responsibilities in addition to her med passing duties. She is a vital component of our
team!”
Thank you, Kaylin, for your compassion towards everyone you interact with at Azura!
We have RETAINed the finest in you!!

Kristin Yang, House Manager at Azura Memory Care of Oconomowoc, truly puts
everyone ahead of herself and goes out of her way to ensure Azura RETAINs the finest team
members!
Her nominator said, “We had a new hire orientation today for 10 new hires and had some
scheduling conflicts. Kristin came to Brookfield with about an hour and a half notice to do the
new hire orientation so one of our other team members could cover the floor. This was huge as
the show needed to go on to get our new team members on board and we needed to make sure
the residents were taken care of!”
Thank you, Kristin, for being a huge asset to our Azura family! We are confident that we
have RETAINed the best in you!!

Mai See Vang, Caregiver at Azura Memory Care of Wausau, “has been a wonderful
addition to the Azura team and always helps out whenever and wherever she is needed. She is
absolutely exceptional!” her nominator stated.
“I had asked Mai See to come in on a Saturday to help with the cooking. She accepted
without hesitation and came in and worked her shift. When I came in on Monday, I found out
that I had not scheduled a Med Passer that same Saturday that I asked Mai See to help out. Turns
out, she cooked, passed meds and helped with resident cares all morning. When I asked her why
she didn’t give me a call and tell me they needed help, she responded, “You already have so
much going on. I was there and knew the team needed my help to be successful.”
Mai See, we have retained the finest in you and cannot thank you enough for your
EXCEPTIONAL care and compassion towards everyone at Azura!!

Nicole Weber, Executive Director at Azura Memory Care of Eau Claire, “demonstrates
the love and care that are so needed for our residents at the Eau Claire home and does it with a
smile! Nicole is EXCEPTIONAL!”
Her nominator stated, “Nicole is a wonderful role model for her team – you can see the
positive impact she has had on the community the minute you enter the home or interact with
anyone on the team here. I commend her for her ongoing efforts to provide a fun, loving and
positive environment for those who live and work at Azura Memory Care of Eau Claire.
Thank you, Nicole, for continuing to go above and beyond for our residents, team and
families and being the true definition of EXCEPTIONAL!

According to her nominator, Sumiko Hattori, Housekeeper at Azura Memory Care of
Oak Creek, she “is always going above and beyond her housekeeping responsibilities and finding
INNOVATIVE ways to interact with residents.”
“Sumiko does a wonderful job of keeping our homes spotless,” stated her nominator.
“She is so kind to residents, and today, she put down her broom and danced with some of the
ladies while we had live entertainment in the home. It was so sweet to see, and Sumi is such a
joy to work with.”
Thank you, Sumiko, for your INNOVATIVE approaches and doing what you can to bring
our residents joy every day!