Testimonials:
My brother loved his stay at the Health Center and came to think of the staff as his friends. You are amazing caregivers and give loving care! – Family of Steve Madsen
Even though out mom was not there very long, we soon learned of the caring and sincere staff. –family of Ruth Lauridsen
Our Staff
Melessia has been the Health Center’s licensed nursing home administrator since 1995. She holds a master’s degree in health care administration from Des Moines University and a bachelor’s degree in public administration from Drake University. She also holds a specialist’s certificate in long term care management from Des Moines Area Community College. In addition to managing the facility, Melessia teaches classes in long term care and social gerontology at Des Moines University. Melessia’s college career was writing for the Des Moines Register.
Nancy Lemker began her career as a kindergarten teacher, but switched professions from working with children to working with the elderly. Nancy began as a certified nursing assistant at the Carroll Health Center in 1991 and has a special knack for dementia programming. She took over as activity director in 2004.
Laurie is the facility’s housekeeping and laundry supervisor. She is responsible for facility and personal laundry, as well as the cleanliness of the facility.
Miranda’s high school job was as a dietary aide in the Health Center’s kitchen and later worked in the activity department. Miranda completed her bachelor’s degree in Human Services at Buena Vista University. Miranda manages payroll, new hire orientation and background checks, benefits and clerical functions for the facility.
A graduate of Buena Vista University, Mindi is the facility’s social worker since 2005. She assists residents and their families with admissions and discharges, as well as providing counseling and support.
