Panayota “Penny” Giannulis Named Director of Wellness at Juniper Village at South Hills

Pittsburgh, PA – Juniper Village at South Hills is proud to announce the appointment of Panayota “Penny” Giannulis as its new Director of Wellness. With over a decade of nursing experience and a deep commitment to holistic, person-centered care, Penny brings both professional strength and personal warmth to her leadership role within the community.

Originally from Greece, Penny moved to the U.S. as a teenager and now lives in Beaver County. She is a graduate of Mars High School and earned her nursing credentials from Lawrence County Vocational School through Jameson Hospital, becoming a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN). Her healthcare journey began at just 18 years old, first working as a resident assistant and CNA, and eventually taking on nursing roles across home health, long-term care, hospice, and substance use treatment.

Before joining Juniper in April 2025, Penny served as Director of Nursing at Holy Family Manor. After that community closed, she was drawn to Juniper Village at South Hills by its positive culture and the vibrancy of its residents and team.

“From the moment I walked into Juniper, I was struck by how happy the residents looked and how welcoming the staff were,” said Penny. “The more I learned about Juniper’s mission and innovation in senior care, the more I knew I wanted to be part of it.”

Her passion for resident care and her desire to continually grow in her profession have made Penny a strong advocate for wellness-centered leadership.

Outside of work, Penny enjoys crafting, baking, traveling, and trying new things. She lives by the motto: “Never allow fear of something new control you, because you might miss out on something great.”

The team at Juniper Village at South Hills is excited to welcome Penny into this key leadership role. Her extensive background, compassionate outlook, and enthusiasm for enriching the lives of older adults make her a perfect fit for the community.

Located at 1320 Greentree Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15220, Juniper Village at South Hills provides personalized, life-affirming senior living options. For more information, please call (412) 844-2482 or visit www.junipercommunities.com.

About Juniper Communities

Juniper Communities, a leader in quality, value, and innovation, operates senior living communities in Colorado, Delaware, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Texas that emphasize residents’ well-being, interaction, and security. Our communities and approach to housing and care offer residents the opportunity to live a full life, regardless of age or health. Juniper’s innovative Connect4Life program has been proven to improve residents’ care by decreasing hospitalizations, re-hospitalizations, and urgent care visits, while offering potential cost savings to public programs such as Medicare. To learn more about the many ways Juniper Communities innovates in support of our residents, visit www.junipercommunities.com.