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There might be no one equipped to handle a global pandemic better than Tammy Thompson. Serving as the director of nursing in Health Care since January of last year, you might say Tammy has health care in her blood.

There are some people who are always content with the way things are, who never take on a challenge and who see every potential obstacle as a roadblock.

“My mom was a nurse and she always had to take care of my grandma and grandpa. She was hard working and loved her job. I just sort of took after her,” Kathleen said. “My mom had two handicapped children—my sister had polio when she was 16 and was in a wheelchair. One of my brothers was born with cerebral palsy. We took care of them at home, and it just sort of fell into place.”

John Van Hook, a senior living administrator with more than 30 years of experience, joined the Manor of the Plains staff as the new executive director on October 16.“I am very eager to use my experience and skills in optimizing resident care and building positive employee relations at Manor of the Plains,” John said

Robyn Pike has been taking care of the residents at Manor of the Plains for more than 20 years. Marketing Director Kurt Lampe sat down with Robyn to inquire what she could offer about staying in one place for 20 years, and absolutely loving her job.