Proud of our nominees
At Mission Health Communities, excellence is a daily commitment, lived out in every community, by every team member. We’re proud to recognize a group of outstanding individuals who embody what our organization stands for.
Our CARES Award nominees represent the heart of Mission Health
Character, Attitude, Respect, Excellence, and Service.
Our Mission Experience Award nominees have driven meaningful results across our organization raising quality, meeting goals, and leading with impact. Together, these honorees remind us that what we do matters.
How we do it matters even more.
Congratulations to all of our 2025 nominees.
CARES Award nominees
Hover over the nominee to see why they were nominated.
Vicky Coffey
Wellington
Care and Rehab
NOMINATOR SAYS:
Vicky Coffey is a 30-year employee of Wellington Health and Rehab, which of itself speaks volumes to her commitment to our residents and the organization. Vicky’s work ethic is exemplary. She is a friend to many and an awesome asset to Wellington Health and Rehab.
—Darlene Cooney
Darienne Collins
Lansing
Care and Rehabilitation:
NOMINATOR SAYS:
Darienne is a teacher & cheerleader to co-workers, helping hand to supervisors, the gal you call when you need someone to count on, and a trusted friend and employee to many at Lansing Care & Rehab.
—Glenda Crellin
Brittany Payne
Chase County
Care and Rehab
NOMINATOR SAYS:
Social Services Designees do it all. Brittany’s light shines in any room she is in. Her presence alone is enough to brighten spirits, warm hearts, and foster deep connections.
—Mary Montgomery
Saphyre McCartney
Peabody
Health and Rehab
NOMINATOR SAYS:
Saphyre is an over-achieving, smile inducing, rock star who makes every day better for her residents and co-workers.
—KS Central Regional Team
Manuel
Solis-Mendez
Parkway
Care and Rehab
NOMINATOR SAYS:
Manny is our transportation driver. We know if we call Manny and ask for help, he will always say yes. Always
—Alison De Jong
Amy Becker
Downs
Care and Rehab
NOMINATOR SAYS:
Amy is a team worker and an approachable leader. She is always willing to jump in and help when someone asks.
—Tonia Middleton
William Wilson
Jesup
Health and Rehab
NOMINATOR SAYS:
Will has a calming and friendly demeanor to those he comes in contact with. He exhibits professionalism and is a great example of how we want our team members to be.
—Cassie Stephens
Kristeena Sisk
Providence
Living Center
NOMINATOR SAYS:
Kristeena consistently demonstrates the CARES values through her dependability and willingness to help across various departments
—Shannon Martinez
Valorie Larson
The Residence
at North Ridge
NOMINATOR SAYS:
You’ll never meet a harder working housekeeping manager than Val.
—Cindy Heigel
Tommy Bailey
The Residence
at North Ridge
NOMINATOR SAYS:
Tommy has a can-do attitude. “What do you need and how can I help?”
—Staff
Eunice Haskell
The Residence
at North Ridge
NOMINATOR SAYS:
Eunice keeps a smile on her face all day and always knows how to make sure everyone has a laugh; she holds herself to a high standard.
—Ally Brynteson
Sharelle Melius
Lansing
Care and Rehab
NOMINATOR SAYS:
Sharelle’s warm smile and friendly demeanor make her a joy to be around, and her enthusiasm is contagious.
—Carla Royer
Cindy Heigel
The Residence
at North Ridge
NOMINATOR SAYS:
I nominated Cindy because she truly embodies the values of CARES. Her positive and uplifting demeanor create a welcoming environment. She never fails to acknowledge and appreciate others.
—Shirley Kamara
Desiray Mccrary
Arrowhead
Health and Rehab
NOMINATOR SAYS:
Desiray exemplifies unwavering service to Arrowhead’s residents, staff, and family members. She is willing to assist any department at any time without hesitation.
—Tabbitha Cook
Angel Hairston
Oswego
Health and Rehab
NOMINATOR SAYS:
Angel is such an amazing asset to the team at Oswego, and to our region
—Emily Sevy
Andrea Henson
Gallaway
Health and Rehab
NOMINATOR SAYS:
Andrea is organized, approachable, and detailed-oriented, which makes her the backbone of the office.
—Jeff Smith
Lisa Walton
Yates Center
Health & Rehab
NOMINATOR SAYS:
Lisa is always there to lend a hand. When she agrees to take on an additional task, I know that it will get done.
—Debi Davis
Gervice "Scotty" Milner
Fort Gaines
Health and Rehab
NOMINATOR SAYS:
Scotty’s hard work, dedication, and outstanding performance has significantly impacted our staff, residents, and campus. He exemplifies what teamwork really means.
—Ciara Brown
Tiffany Johnson
Wakefield
Care and Rehab
NOMINATOR SAYS:
A great team member. Tiffany is a great listener, and is a person people confide in. She is a great mediator for residents, families and staff.
—Chris Scott
Pamella Ma Nsume
North Ridge
Health & Rehab
NOMINATOR SAYS:
Pamella is a reliable employee in word, action and efficiency. She is eager to help co-workers when needed.
—Cindy Nelson
Tim Dunn
Gallaway
Health and Rehab
NOMINATOR SAYS:
Everyone loves Tim. When you need something done, call Tim. If it needs to be fixed, call Tim. Tim always asks if there is something else we need.
—Chuck Hess
Denise Dunivan
Wakefield
Care and Rehabilitation
NOMINATOR SAYS:
Denise is a TEAM player. She is admired and looked upon by our new hires for a wealth of knowledge during her 30 plus years in this industry.
—Amber Sorell
Kim Merrifield
Bainbridge Health and Rehab
NOMINATOR SAYS:
Kim Merrifield, RN, is an extraordinary Unit Manager whose dedication and resilience shine through in every aspect of her work.
—Holly Greer
Deshundra Smith
Bainbridge
Health and Rehab
NOMINATOR SAYS:
Deshundra Smith, affectionately known as “Miss Dee,” is an exceptional LPN who embodies the true spirit of caregiving.
—Holly Greer
Tabitha Phillips
Neodesha Care & Rehab
NOMINATOR SAYS:
The kindness Tabitha shows to all she encounters is what makes her so special
—Brandi Dixon
Krista Burmeister
Tampa Home Office
NOMINATOR SAYS:
Krista goes above and beyond the highest standards of character, conduct, and professionalism.
—Michelle Barnes
Francis Sheriff
The Residence
at North Ridge
NOMINATOR SAYS:
Francis show amazing excellence in his work ethic. No job was off the table for him.
—Catrisse Alvord
Christie Laster
Neodesha
Care & Rehab
NOMINATOR SAYS:
Christie’s character is next level. Christie finds a way to help everyone who needs it.
—Brandi Dixon
Trisha Struckhoff
Smith Center
Health and Rehab
NOMINATOR SAYS:
Trisha has been a part of this family for almost 30 years. She is always willing to go the extra mile to improve our residents stay with us. She is dependable, kind, compassionate, and always willing to lend a hand.
—Staff
Martha Negrete
Haviland Care Center
NOMINATOR SAYS:
I know that I can ask Negrete at a moment’s notice to help and she will step in immediately with a smile.
—Staff
Angie Williams
Bainbridge
Health and Rehab
NOMINATOR SAYS:
Angie is an exceptional caregiver who demonstrates unwavering commitment to her residents and team.
—Holly Greer
LuAnn Dixon
Hutchinson
Health and Rehab
NOMINATOR SAYS:
LuAnn is sassy, fun, and sweet. She goes out of her way to make sure everyone is being treated kindly.
—Lisa Schwebe
Constance (Connie) Brown
from Meadowbrook
Health and Rehab
NOMINATOR SAYS:
Connie is referred to as the “glue” at Meadowbrook. She is dependable and can always be counted on the help out in a crisis.
—Amy Johnson
Marites Labasug
Columbus
Health and Rehab
NOMINATOR SAYS:
Tess is always stepping forward to assist her peers in any way she can without being asked to, such as answering call lights on any hall.
—Staff