Michael comes from a very diverse background. Michael had the privilege of serving his country during the Persian Gulf war in the United States Navy. His educational accomplishments include a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration and Accounting. Additionally, he completed a Master of Business Administration and Master of Science in Leadership. Michael has made an impact at several different facilities. As the Executive Director at Avita Rolling Hills, he led an award-winning team. Some of the awards were the Best of Wichita 2022 Gold Winner for Assisted Living, 2022 Best of Wichita 2022 Gold Winner for Memory Care, and the first Assisted Living facility in Kansas to be awarded the Silver Achievement in Quality by the American Health Care Association and National Center for Assisted Living (AHCA/NCAL) in 2023. Michael is a father of four. He is also a die-hard fan of the Kansas City Chiefs and Oklahoma Sooners.

Kimmie has been a nurse for over 20 years, primarily serving the elderly. From a young age, Kimmie has felt a deep respect and a desire to care for the elderly in our community. Her clinical expertise and experience in medical-surgical and wound care nursing, coupled with her interest in serving the most vulnerable, make her an exceptional Director of Nursing. Kimmie worked at Lakepoint of Wichita years ago and is proud to return to ensure the residents and patients are receiving exceptional care.

Laurie has been a nurse for over 10 years; her journey in healthcare began at Lakepoint Wichita in 2012 serving as a CMA. The experience solidified her love of nursing and her first position after completing her RN was at Lakepoint. Laurie’s favorite quote from Mother Theresa summarizes her nursing motto: “It is not how much we do, but how much love we put in the doing. It is not how much we give, but how much love is put in the giving.” Laurie enjoys spending time with her adorable family and being outdoors. She enjoys hunting and spending time renovating an old farmhouse with her husband.

“I earned my undergraduate degree in English from Wichita State University and a graduate degree from Friends University in Healthcare Leadership. Working with the senior population feels like where I am called to be; it also proves to be a constant source of entertainment. Seniors truly have the best stories and the best senses of humor. They teach me not to take myself too seriously and to care for my body and live my life fully. As an equestrian and rock climber, I deeply value these lessons.”

Chris has worked in the senior health care setting for a little over 10 years now; he started his career as a CNA and quickly transitioned to the role of Activities Director. He eventually found his passion in staff engagement in Human Resources. Chris’s goal is to recruit and hire the best candidate for the role who will fit the team and the culture of the community seamlessly. Chris enjoys fishing, traveling, cooking and playing with his adorable golden toy poodle puppy.

As a Certified Dietary Manager and Certified Food Protection Professional, have over 30 years of experience in the food industry serving in various senior facilities. I take pleasure in serving the senior population; my desire is always to make sure those of us in Dining Services produce high quality food in a safe manner. I love taking drives and enjoy reading books, particularly books that help in certain areas and situations in life. I like to work on my character to be able to display integrity in all that I do and say.

I am one of the nurse managers as well as the Medical Records Director. I work in senior care nursing to ensure every patient is provided with outstanding care and comfort. I love spending my downtime with my daughter and listening to R&B music.

Paul holds a builder’s license and a variety of technical certifications. He has been doing work at retirement communities for the past 30 years, and we call on him to give advice or to repair everything from a broken gutter to electrical problems. In his spare time, he builds and repairs homes, barns, and other buildings. He says he loves serving the senior population because they are a wealth of knowledge; “If you just listen you will learn. They are such a great resource. It is like getting a college education for free!”

I have a Bachelor of Fine Arts in dance performance and a master’s degree in education. While in college, I worked as a juvenile officer. I taught college for 18 years and worked most of my life in the theater. I really love the residents at Lakepoint and think of them as my family. I hope they think of me as family too.

Lauren has worked in social services for a little over 3 years now. She loves helping families navigate the often-overwhelming tasks involved in discharge planning and helping to find the right resources and communities for their loved one’s specific needs. Outside of work, Lauren enjoys being outdoors, hanging out with her family and riding 4-wheelers.

I have over 30 years of experience caring for the elderly. Working with the senior population was a choice for me. The best experiences in life are the unexpected ones and this generation has taught me to enjoy every moment in life. Live, smile, laugh and say hello to everyone.

With over three decades of experience in elderly care, this individual consciously chose to dedicate their career to working with the senior population. They have learned from their years of service that life's greatest joys often stem from the unexpected moments, a lesson imparted by the generation they serve. Embracing this philosophy, they approach each day with a zest for life, encouraging others to live fully, smile freely, laugh often, and greet everyone with warmth and kindness.

I have worked in nursing for over 20 years now, primarily serving the senior population. I feel compelled to work with the elderly to make sure they are heard and have access to high quality health care. The most vulnerable among us need others to listen and advocate for them and deserve access to care. This is simply where I am called to be. My free time is spent with my family attending all their sporting events and activities.

I became a nurse to make a difference in the lives of others. My grandmother was a nurse and I am proud to follow in her footsteps. Geriatrics specifically called to me as it is an opportunity to care for those who once cared for us. I enjoy spending my free time making memories with my family.

I have worked in accounting for 40+ years. The residents and patients at Lakepoint Wichita are such a special group of people; they are why I am here. I want to be a part of their world to give them someone to talk to or just to give them a hug when needed. My favorite way to spend time is chilling with my family.