Harbor Campus

Maria takes pride in helping people and making them feel welcome in the community. Although she never envisioned herself in this role, she enjoys the opportunity to assist others in a different way. One person Maria admires most is her mother, Jackie, who instilled in her the value of compassion and community support. Maria is known for her organizational skills and has a hidden talent for singing, when she was 10 years old she aspired to be a singer. Maria describes herself as short, loud, and fun, and her colleagues see her as a source of energy and enjoyment. 

When not at Harbor, you can find Maria meticulously organizing her planner, caring for her pet lizard, and spending quality time with her family. Her personal motto is to do what brings happiness and trust that everything happens for a reason. If Maria could share one lesson with a resident, it would be to embrace mistakes as learning opportunities and never stop smiling.

Dawn is a dedicated and passionate individual who takes pride in providing new experiences for residents. With a degree as an OTA, her journey began unexpectedly when she discovered the impact staff can have on the lives of seniors during a fieldwork placement. For the past 24 years, she has been building meaningful relationships with residents, and cherishing the positive influence they’ve had on her life. Dawn admires her mother, who instilled in her the value of taking life one day at a time. Caring, funny, and active, Dawn’s colleagues see her as a patient listener who spreads kindness to people of all abilities. Her best skills include organization, creativity, and a strong team ethic, making her an essential asset to her job. When she’s not working, Dawn enjoys spending time with her family, especially in the great outdoors, going for walks, and watching movies. Dawn’s personal motto, inspired by her mother, remains, “Take one day at a time.”

Meet Pam, a compassionate team member whose role brings her immense pride through the residents she serves. She always saw herself in this position, bringing her natural skills of respect, empathy, and humor to the job. Her colleagues describe her as helpful and kind. Outside of work, Pam finds happiness in spending time outdoors, enjoying bonfires, family gatherings, and tending to her garden. Her personal motto is “Let Go Let God,” and she believes in living her best life. One important lesson she’s learned from the residents is grace.

Kathy joined Habor in November of 2015. Kathy immediately demonstrated the unique ability to make a difference through connection and purpose for residents and their families in Harbor Campus’s Blu Grotto Memory Care neighborhood. Kathy would stay after her shift to play the piano with a Blu Grotto resident or chat with other residents in the neighborhood. In 2019, because of her creativity and her ability to connect with others, she accepted the responsibility and role of Memory Care Coordinator.

Kathy completed the Dementia Specialist Certificate program at University of Wisconsin – Oshkosh and is a Dementia Live coach. She enthusiastically provides Dementia Live training to new staff members, families, and the community. Kathy represents Harbor Campus on the Ozaukee County Dementia Friendly Committee.

“I’m proud when I see residents experience moments of joy,” said Kathy. “Piano lessons, Field to Fare kitchen time, horse races, and games are some of my most popular and well-attended programs.” When she’s not working, Kathy enjoys making scrapbooks, exploring her love for acting, and spending time in nature. Her motto in life is to treat others with kindness and show them the same respect she expects. Kathy is truly dedicated to making a positive impact and being remembered as a kind, caring, and loving person.

Meet Jen, a compassionate and energetic individual who has always been drawn to the elderly population, especially those with dementia. In her role, Jen brings an open mind, empathy, and compassion, which she believes are her best skills. She strives to be remembered as a good person who helped others whenever she could. Jen takes great pride in her kids and admires both for their ambition and fearlessness in pursuing their dreams. Outside of work, she finds happiness in spending quality time with her family, hiking, and exercising.