10/23/2025
A big welcome to Shanena Smith, Life Enrichment Director at The Huntington Assisted Living!
Shanena proudly served our residents at York Post Acute prior to her journey to assisted living. She shared, “I’ve been with Virginia Health Services for nearly 2 years. Throughout my time here, I’ve found a deep sense of purpose in serving our residents, community, and being part of such a compassionate organization."
She values our core values of and most importantly . As a Director of Life Enrichment, passion is at the very heart of what she does. It’s what fuels creativity, compassion, and the drive to create moments that bring joy, comfort, and purpose to our residents’ lives.
She expressed, "To me, passion means showing up with genuine care and energy every day... celebrating birthdays, holding a resident’s hand when they need comfort, or bringing happiness into a room. It’s in the details: planning programs that honor our residents’ individuality, listening to their stories, and finding new ways to make each day brighter."
Shanena joins the phenomenal team, supported by Stephen Berczek, LNHA, Stephanie Johnston, Regional Director of Sales and Operations, Ricky Ricardo Peña, VP of Life Enrichment, Ace LiPuma, Regional Director of Life Enrichment.
2025, here she grows! ☀️
To learn about ways to join the Huntington AL team, visit our careers page at: https://ow.ly/olcg50XfJux
