Lions Gate CCRC Director Of Nursing Wins Excellence Award

Press release from Kris Parsons, The Creative Print Group.

Jan. 31, 2023

This category celebrates individuals who have assumed progressive leadership responsibilities within a LeadingAge New Jersey & Delaware member organization, and have worked to build a shared vision, develop robust relationships, and enhance organizational capacity.

Tatina Carr began her career in 1993 as a Nurse Assistant and quickly moved up the ranks, earning her RN, then serving as a critical care nurse in a hospital, to the title of Unit Manager of a skilled nursing dementia unit, all while running a household and raising a family. She joined Lion's Gate in 2012 and today is a highly accomplished Director of Nursing, maintaining the highest standards of care for all residents. The community remains close to 100 percent occupied every single day due to the reputation she has built. Ms. Carr has led the way through the darkest days of COVID, caring for residents and staff alike. From humble beginnings and a drive to excel, Carr has achieved incredible professional growth. Her award is among 16 other prestigious awards that will be given to individuals and member organizations throughout two states in various categories. https://leadingagenjde.org/2023-annual-awards-ceremony/

"By 2030, 3.5 million workers will be needed to care for our ever-growing senior population," notes LeadingAge NJ & DEL's CEO Jim McCracken. "Tatina Carr has dedicated her entire life to healthcare and improving the lives of seniors. It’s a tough job. Burnout is high and we need to do everything we can to recognize the incredible contributions made by her and others."

Since 1931, LeadingAge New Jersey has represented mission driven nursing homes, assisted living residences, residential health care centers, independent senior housing, affordable senior housing, and life plan communities throughout the entire state. In 2020, they expanded to include Delaware and now Leading Age NJ & DE serve over 140 provider and community-based members, who in turn serve thousands of senior citizens every year. In support of its mission, LeadingAge NJ & DE encourages collaboration with businesses, communities, state and local government, and other citizens every year. In support of its mission, LeadingAge NJ & DE encourages collaboration with businesses, communities, state and local government, and other public and private entities also committed to enhancing the quality of life for the senior citizens in those states. LeadingAge New Jersey & Delaware is a state affiliate of LeadingAge.

Affiliated with the Jewish Federation of Southern New Jersey, Lions Gate Life Plan Community is a not for profit, full-service continuing care retirement community of more than 300 residents. Our senior living options ranging from Independent Living to a full continuum of on-site care such as Assisted Living, Skilled Nursing and Long-Term Care, Short-Term and Outpatient Rehabilitation and Memory Care. An active art studio, full length, indoor heated pool, fitness center, musical & theater events, chef’s table, monthly excursions are among the many activities provided to residents. Lions Gate University offers continuing education and lifelong learning classes. Lions Gate offers 100% kosher dining and is situated on 50 beautiful acres in Voorhees, NJ just off Haddonfield-Berlin Road. Visit www.lionsgateccrc.org.

This press release was produced by Kris Parsons, The Creative Print Group. The views expressed here are the author's own.