Over a century of experience in the care of our seniors.
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MIKE ADAMS
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Mike joined Crestview in 1994 as the activity director. In 2003, he received his Administrator’s License and was promoted to Admissions Director. In 2004, he was promoted to Administrator. Prior to joining Crestview, Mike worked with cerebral palsy patients providing rehabilitative therapy at the C.P. Rehab Center in Beaumont, Texas. Mr. Adams graduated from Lamar University in Beaumont, Texas with a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology, and received his Certified Aging Services Professional certification in 2012 from the University of North Texas.
DAVID SIMS
Healthcare Administrator
Joining the team in 2021, David brought a wealth of experience, both as an Administrator and Executive Director, to the position. He graduated from UT Arlington where he obtained a degree in business administration. While he is originally from Waco, he comes to the Bryan-College Station area from a senior community in Longview, where he held a similar position. He is passionate about serving elders and equipping staff to excel in their role.
KARA BAYER
ASSISTED LIVING DIRECTOR
Kara Bayer joined Crestview in 2022 as the Assisted Living Director. She graduated from Sam Houston State with a BS in Kinesiology, and made her way back home to College Station, where she served as the Assisted Living Director at The Langford. Kara received her Administrator’s License in 2018 and most recently became a Certified Dementia Practitioner Trainer. Every day she comes to work striving to better the lives of the elders at Crestview. When she is not working, you can find Kara spending time spending time with her family and friends.
JENNY PETTIT
Human Resources Coordinator
Jenny is a Bryan girl through and through; she was born and raised here. She spent most of her life working in the family business until she was led to Crestview in 2014. “Working here has truly been a blessing to me. When I walk through the front doors, I immediately feel the love from all of my Crestview family”. Jenny and her husband John enjoy taking spontaneous road trips and love spending time with their two grandsons.
ASHLYN CASSIDY
SENIOR LIVING COUNSELOR
Ashlyn Cassidy joined our MRC Crestview team as a Senior Living Counselor in September of 2022. However, she is no stranger to the MRC Organization. Ashlyn took a large promotion from our Creekside Community in Huntsville, TX where she started as a CNA, and moved up into the Concierge position. As she considers Huntsville her home; she enjoys spending time with her parents, 6lb dog Princess, and advocating for children through a special organization she and her family serve. She currently is attending Sam Houston State University and is due to graduate in 2024 with a BS in Psychology and a minor in victim studies. Ashlyn feels it is a privilege that she is able to live out her passion of serving others in our Sales Counselor role.
REV. GARY ADAMS
CHAPLAIN
Gary has served as chaplain at Crestview since 2007. He was ordained as a minister with the Assemblies of God in 1979. Gary has pastored several churches in Texas since 1982 and was the founding pastor of Cross Mountain Church in San Antonio, Texas, in 1997. Gary retired from active pastoral ministry and moved to Bryan in 2007. His work experience also includes a 27-year career as a certified registered nurse anesthetist. He obtained his license as a registered nurse in 1964.
LESLIE LAMKIN
LIFESTYLE DIRECTOR
ELIZABETH WISHERT
SOCIAL WORKER
MIKE RICHARDS
DIRECTOR OF MAINTENANCE
Mike joined Crestview in 1997. His work in facility maintenance spans a total of 25 years. As Director of Maintenance, Mike is responsible for the operation, security and maintenance of all campus buildings, equipment and grounds. He also focuses on preventive maintenance to ensure the integrity of Crestview facilities. He is highly skilled in building maintenance, grounds maintenance, plumbing, heating, air conditioning, machinery and equipment. MRC enjoys being able to draw on Mike’s expertise for new construction and existing community renovations.
CHAD HOJNOSKI
DIRECTOR OF DINING SERVICES
Chad Hojnoski is the Director of Dining Services here at Crestview. Chad’s areas of focus are that of healthcare and hospitality.
Chad has 35+years in the university, healthcare, and hospitality fields. His training background is that of OSHA 10 certification, Serv Safe Manager certification, TABC, fine dining etiquette and wine service, and currently working towards his CDM. He has also spent numerous years working for corporations such as Disney, Corning Inc., Aramark, as well as many hospitals and university settings.
In Chad’s spare time he enjoys soccer, golf, football, basketball, tennis, and spending time with his family; especially his 2 year old twin grandkids.
STACIE CHILDRESS
EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT/BILLING SPECIALIST
Stacie joined MRC in 2015 initially serving as Billing Specialist, then received a promotion to HUD Accountant and most recently Executive Assistant. Stacie feels privileged to serve our beloved seniors, never allowing her title to limit or minimize how she serves them and our mission. She deeply believes in our mission and is committed to ensuring our seniors, as well as their loved ones, have peace of mind knowing that choosing Crestview to be their forever home was the best, right decision. When not at work she can be found spending quality time with her beloved family, which consists of an adoring husband of 20 years, two sons, and one daughter.
