Community Eldercare Services

04/04/2026

Great team to work with.

Celebrating 26 years of Making Connections and serving our communities. Happy Birthday, CES! 🎉

04/01/2026

⭐Employee Spotlight: Bridget Lopez⭐

We are proud to recognize Bridget Lopez, Longwood Community Living Center's Life Connections Coordinator, for her outstanding dedication and compassion toward our residents. Bridget consistently goes above and beyond to ensure the physical and emotional well-being of those in our skilled nursing facility. Her ability to build meaningful, trusting relationships with residents truly sets her apart and reflects the heart of our mission.

Recently, a resident experiencing dementia was undergoing medication changes and became extremely agitated and distressed. Knowing the strong bond Bridget had formed with this resident, our Director of Nursing reached out to her after hours for assistance. Without hesitation, Bridget left her home—where she had been preparing dinner for her family—and came to the facility. Through her calm presence, patience, and genuine love, Bridget was able to comfort and soothe the resident. She remained by the resident’s side until they were peacefully asleep, ensuring they felt safe and supported before quietly returning home.

This selfless act is a true example of Bridget’s character and commitment. She doesn’t just do her job—she makes a difference in the lives of our residents and their families every single day.

Because of individuals like Bridget, Longwood is more than a place of care—it is a place of compassion, dignity, and heart.

Thank you, Bridget, for your extraordinary dedication and for the difference you make every day!

04/01/2026

Celebrating 26 years of Making Connections and serving our communities. Happy Birthday, CES! 🎉

03/20/2026

Another successful round of job fairs in the books! 🙌 We had a great time connecting with so many talented college students and future professionals. We’re excited about the opportunities ahead—stay tuned!

02/26/2026

What a great turnout at today’s Job Fair! 🙌

We had the chance to meet so many motivated candidates and talk about exciting opportunities. Thank you to everyone who came out and connected with us — we’re looking forward to what’s ahead!

If you didn’t get a chance to attend, it’s not too late — message us to learn about our current openings! Visit our website to apply and view openings near you: https://www.cesltc.com/employment

01/30/2026

Please join us in celebrating Tammy Griffin, Life Connections Coordinator (LCC) at Bruce CLC!

Tammy is the proud mother of three wonderful daughters—Mandi, Nicole, and Noelle—and a devoted Mamaw to seven grandchildren, plus a Grandma to five “greatest” great-grandbabies. Family truly means everything to her, and that same love and devotion carries over into her work each day.

Tammy has been a valued member of the Bruce CLC family for 27 years, serving in several roles throughout her career. She began in the laundry department in 1997, was promoted to Laundry/Housekeeping Supervisor in 2004, and in 2010 achieved her dream role as Life Connections Coordinator. In 2015, she further expanded her skill set by becoming a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA).
Her dedication to both the facility and the community has not gone unnoticed. Tammy was honored with the Citizen of the Year Award from the Bruce Chamber of Commerce in 2018 and the CEDA Mayor’s Award in 2019.

Today, as Life Connections Coordinator, Tammy is deeply committed to creating meaningful, engaging experiences that enhance the quality of life for our residents. Many of those she serves are lifelong members of the community, and she considers it a true privilege to walk alongside them in this season of life. Tammy also takes great pride in working with a compassionate, dedicated team she considers an extension of her own family.

Thank you, Tammy, for 27 years of heart, service, and dedication—you truly make a difference every day! 💙

01/30/2026

Oakwood is proud to recognize Allyson Alley, our incredible Life Connections Coordinator!

A native of Dyer County, Allyson’s deep family roots in the community allow her to build strong, meaningful connections both inside and outside our walls. She is a graduate of the University of Memphis with a degree in Psychology and brings a thoughtful, compassionate approach to everything she does.
When she’s not brightening the days of our residents, Allyson enjoys coffee dates and running her own personal pet rescue with her boyfriend, Patrick. Fun fact — she’s the proud caretaker of 11 cats and 10 dogs! 🐾

Allyson’s outstanding dedication and compassion never go unnoticed. Her strong background in customer service truly shines as she creates engaging, meaningful conversations with residents and families, making everyone feel valued, heard, and respected.

Allyson loves being a Life Connections Coordinator because she enjoys developing relationships with residents and families and helping reconnect residents to life through purposeful activities.

🦸‍♀️ Superhero Name: Django Green

Thank you, Allyson, for all you do to make Oakwood a better place every day! 💚

01/30/2026

As we continue celebrating Activity Professionals Week, we are proud to recognize another dedicated member of our Life Connections team — Lawanda Darby!

Lawanda has devoted an incredible 31 years to the healthcare field, bringing compassion, experience, and heart into everything she does. She spent three years serving as an Assistant Activity Director in Greenwood before beginning her journey at Vaiden Community Living Center as the Life Connections Coordinator. With training and support from CES and fellow staff members, Lawanda embraced this new and exciting environment with enthusiasm and passion.

Lawanda truly loves what she does, and the residents and families she serves bring her immense joy. One of her most meaningful early experiences was forming a special bond with a resident who deeply touched her heart. Though that resident has since passed, Lawanda carries those memories with her — a reminder of both the beauty and the challenges of working in healthcare.

Outside of work, Lawanda enjoys spending quality time with her family, especially her first-born grandchild, who was born in 2022. Recently diagnosed with autism and non-verbal, he continues to inspire her daily with his ability to express his needs and emotions in his own unique ways. During her quiet moments, Lawanda enjoys watching horror and suspense movies, the ID Channel, and cheering on her favorite NFL team as a proud, die-hard Dallas Cowboys fan.

We are so thankful for Lawanda’s dedication, compassion, and the meaningful connections she creates every day. 💙 Thank you, Lawanda, for being an Everyday Hero and for going Beyond the Ordinary!

01/29/2026

01/29/2026

💛✨ As we continue celebrating Activity Professionals Week, we are excited to recognize another amazing member of our Life Connections team — Chana “CJ” Johnson! ✨💛

CJ has been part of the Pleasant Hills family for 6 years and 5 months. She began her journey with us as a CNA, dedicating five years to hands-on care before being promoted to Life Connections Assistant nearly two years ago. Her growth, commitment, and heart for our residents have been truly inspiring.

In her role as Life Connections Assistant, CJ accomplished something incredibly powerful — she overcame her fear of public speaking. Through that growth, she has opened herself up even more to our residents, forming meaningful personal and spiritual connections that extend to her coworkers as well. This is one of the aspects of her role she loves most, and it shines through in everything she does.
CJ is fun-loving, compassionate, and deeply
devoted to our residents. Her laughter, positive energy, and genuine kindness make Pleasant Hills a brighter place.

With her heart, courage, and joyful spirit, CJ proudly earns her superhero name: Yugo red. 🦸‍♀️

Thank you, CJ, for going beyond the ordinary and for being an everyday superhero to our residents and team. We appreciate you more than words can say!

01/29/2026

💜⭐ It’s Activity Professionals Week, and today we are proud to celebrate one of our very own Life Connections superheroes — LaTarsha Wash! ⭐💜

LaTarsha has been part of the Pleasant Hills family for 8 years and 8 months, and her journey is nothing short of inspiring. She began her career with us as a CNA, transitioned to Receptionist just eight months later, and after only one month was promoted to Life Connections Assistant. Within a few short months, LaTarsha stepped into her current role as Life Connections Coordinator — and she has been making a powerful impact ever since.

LaTarsha shows us every day what it truly means to care for the elderly. She brings compassion, dedication, and a welcoming burst of energy that brightens the lives of residents, families, and coworkers alike. Her passion for creating meaningful connections truly goes Beyond the Ordinary.
With her positivity, creativity, and heart for service, LaTarsha proudly earns her superhero name: Starrpurple. 🦸‍♀️💜

Thank you, LaTarsha, for being an everyday superhero and for all that you do as part of our Life Connections team. We appreciate you today and always!