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Marcia Azar brings her specialized knowledge and background into the position of the senior Administrator, first, as a geriatric registered nurse, and Director of Nursing for McKnight Place Extended Care. She was then selected as the new administrator for McKnight Place Assisted Living when they opened their doors in 2002, and she then moved to Parc Provence in July of 2005. Marcia received her education from Maryville University. She has worked for the owners for over 14 years, and her work with senior adults has spanned nearly 16 years.
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Jessica has a Master’s degree in Health Administration, and a Master of Science degree in Gerontology from the University of Southern California in Los Angeles. From there, she lived in Eugene, Oregon where she worked as an assistant administrator in an assisted living community, followed by her position as an administrator for a residential care facility for individuals with Alzheimer’s and dementia. Jessica moved back to her home town of St. Louis in 2004 when she assumed the position of Resident Care Director at Parc Provence. Her new position of Assistant Administrator took effect in April of 2006.
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Karen comes to Parc Provence after spending over 20 years in arts management, including the many facets of marketing, public relations and development; administration, production, and facility management. Her credentials also include a Bachelor of Arts degree in Communications, Marketing and Business Management from Maryville University and Master’s certification in International Studies from the University of Missouri-St. Louis. She completed her master’s work in Europe in 1998, followed by six years of executive and sales positions in Arkansas, Illinois and Michigan. She returned to St. Louis to be with her family and assumed her new position with Parc Provence in September of 2005. She also represents Parc Provence through the COCMA marketing professionals association.
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Dr. Carr is a respected Washington University physician, an expert in geriatric dementia and memory loss problems in senior adults, and an educator. He also continues to work with the Memory and Aging Project at Washington University, and the Division of Geriatrics and Nutritional Science. At Parc Provence, Dr. Carr is responsible for the oversight of the medical program and it is his primary mission to help residents to live a better and more fulfilled life through the ground breaking approach that is offered here. In addition, Dr. Carr continually makes recommendations to improve medical processes and systems.
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Kathy comes to Parc Provence with a wealth of knowledge and experience spanning almost 25 years in both Virginia and Missouri. She holds a nursing degree from Missouri Baptist School of Nursing and business management training from Bluefield College in Virginia. She has held a variety of positions including Charge Nurse, Unit Manager, Quality Assurance Coordinator, Case Manager and Director of Nursing for numerous senior, rehabilitation, and medical facilities. This past experience serves her well as she oversees the entire caregiving staff and the medical records and supplies departments. Kathy returned to the St. Louis area with her husband in 2004.
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Angela earned a Master’s degree in Social Work from Washington University in 1998. After graduation, she spent five years at the Alzheimer’s Association National Headquarters in Chicago, IL. As their Safety Services Specialist, she developed training and education programs for healthcare professionals and shared these programs at numerous national conferences on aging. Here at Parc Provence, Angela again puts her experience and education to work as she trains our staff on the Forget-Me-Not model of memory care to facilitate the highest degree of functioning in our residents. She is also responsible for tracking cognitive levels and addressing problematic behaviors for our residents. Angie also volunteers for the local Alzheimer’s Association as a support group leader and speaker’s bureau presenter.
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Shelly has a Bachelor of Science degree in Recreation and has worked in long term care as an activities director for eight years. In 2001, she was awarded the Activity Director of the year for the Missouri and Indiana region through her work with the NHC Healthcare Company. As the Director of Activities for Parc Provence, Shelly trains the activity staff, and guides them through adapting the various activities for each household. Since each resident has their own personal activity calendar, Shelly works to customize their day with activities that meet their cognitive needs as well as accommodate their interests and create a spark of joy in each possible moment. In addition to her work with Parc Provence, she has been through the process of certification by the ADAM and NAAP organizations.
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Mary Ann has been a nurse for almost 35 years, specializing in geriatric care. She graduated from Mineral Area College as an LPN, and went on to receive the Ombudsman Caregiver Award in 1994 and the Missouri League for Nursing, Outstanding Service and Merit Award in 1995. She has additional specialized training in wound care, acute care, gerontology, and dementia. Mary Ann has also been appointed to train the caregiving staff members on numerous occasions and at various facilities in the areas of behavior and communication skills relating to Alzheimer’s and dementia patients. Her expertise and experience are perfect for the additional role as Assistant Director of Nursing here at Parc Provence.
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Carolyn Reagan is a Licensed Practical Nurse. She truly enjoys working with the people who live here at Parc Provence. Initially, as the charge nurse in the Rose Garden household, Carolyn demonstrated her commitment to bringing well being to our residents at every stage of their day. In 2005, Carolyn was appointed the resident Care Director of Rose Garden and expanded her role as the coordinator of families, residents and staff, guiding them towards an optimal experience in every way. Her new position as Resident Care Director for Sundial, Parkview and Windchime was effective in April 2006.
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he unique approach to care at Parc Provence begins with the most comprehensive, qualified and professional staff. Our staff is extensively trained in geriatric rehabilitation, cognitive and restorative therapies, and above all, they demonstrate care and concern for each resident.