Community Leadership

Advena Living at Fountainview celebrates the importance of ethics, compassion and commitment in the healthcare profession as we honor our nurses, volunteers and staff, who demonstrate such passion and dedication to our community members every day.

Our staff works side-by-side with families and physicians to ensure our community members are in the most appropriate care setting, customized for their needs and preferences. Our licensed professionals are available to answer questions and address any concerns you or your family may have.

Please feel free to contact our key staff members about our services.

Shellie Weilert, Senior Business Office Manager

bomFV@advenagroup.com

Thirty years ago, I went looking for a job. Not knowing what I was getting into, I took a Certified Nursing Assistant class. I was not sure I would be able to do the job, but I fell in love with it. I worked in home health and later decided to go into long-term care. I have been at this building for 20 years and have worked many positions. Each department has challenged me to do better. I enjoy getting to know the community members and their families, and learning all about their life. When I found out my grandmother had dementia, it inspired me to learn more and become certified in dementia. My love for my residents, and getting to see them smile daily, makes doing all I can for them worth it.

Liberty LeGrand, Director of Marketing and Admissions

marketingFV@advenagroup.com

I got into this industry in 2002 and have had a variety of jobs in senior living before becoming the Marketing Director. I first started in the dietary department, then was a CNA for 14 years and an Activity Director for six years. I have been at our other location, Advena Living of Clearwater for eight years and recently joined the Advena Living at Fountainview team in early 2022.

As a marketer, I get the best of both worlds. I get to be in the building and spend time with the residents, as well as out in the community connecting with the people and local businesses of Rose Hill.

Tennille Williams, Director of Activities

activitiesFV@advenagroup.com

I first started off as a CNA because I was good at caring for people and it came naturally to me. I started off working in home health and quickly realized how emotionally connected I became to the people I served. Working in long-term care was more of a fit for me, so I joined Advena Living at Fountainview.

I recently switched roles from CNA to Activities Director to provide support to residents in a different way. Now I get to schedule activities, socialize and have fun with them. My favorite activity is arts and crafts. You get to laugh and create something new together.

Sara James, Director of Therapy

Sara.James@Fountainviewliving.org

Helping others is my passion, and skilled nursing is my where my heart is. I began my career as a certified nurses’ assistant when I was 19 years old with the intention of becoming a registered nurse. As time passed and I continued my work with the elderly population, I eventually changed my career path to occupational therapy. Everyone who goes into the healthcare field wants to help others, but what sets OT apart is that we help patients regain their independence. Occupational therapy lies between physical therapy and speech therapy. We use a patient-centered approach to help individuals regain their independence in anything that is meaningful to them. From walking the dog to preparing a meal, if it’s meaningful to the patient, it’s what we help them to do. As an OTA, the skilled nursing setting is where I feel like I belong. Helping the elderly population relearn and retain their independence is so meaningful to me. Over the years, I have had the opportunity to meet and help some of the coolest people I’ve known. I love having the chance to make a positive difference in someone’s life, and I look forward to many more years in my profession.

Barry Farley, Director of Environmental Services

maintenance@Fountainviewliving.org

I was raised in a small town in Barber County, Kan. My family moved to Wichita, where I graduated from Northwest High School. I worked in service stations, went to school as an automotive mechanic, worked in construction, and spent 20 years at Bombardier (Learjet) in the engineering and I.T. departments. I started part time at Fountainview before becoming full time, and then Director of Maintenance. I enjoy the satisfaction of repairing things that do not work and making them usable or improving their appearance. I like the facility because of the community members’ appreciation of my work, and it feels like a small community.