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Happy 2025 Long-Term Care Administrator Week: Meet our Administrators!

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March 10 -14, 2025 is Long-Term Care Administrator's Week.
March 10 -14, 2025 is Long-Term Care Administrator's Week.

This week is Long-Term Care Administrators Week! A big mahalo to our amazing Administrators on Oʻahu, Maui, Kauaʻi, and Hawaiʻi Island for all that you do for your facility, kūpuna, and staff! Administrators have various responsibilities, including to ensure compliance with laws and regulatory requirements, maintaining and improving departments, fostering a positive work environment, manage daily operations, budgets to ensure efficient operation at a nursing home. Our Administrators help to ensure that our kūpuna continue to receive quality care and that their safety and health are top priority.  


Andrew Lore, Executive VP of Operations at Ohana Pacific Health, who oversees the Administrators across the Ohana Pacific Health family, shared some words of appreciation to our Administrators. 



Dusty Davis 

Executive Director, The Villas and Hale O Meleana

“Dusty is an incredible leader and has made so many positive changes at The Villas. She was able to increase her staff while the healthcare industry has been faced with staffing shortages. She also played a critical role in the development and implementation of a successful Stroke Pathway Program with Queen’s Medical Center so we can help provide the best care options for stroke patients in our community. Mahalo, Dusty for all that you do!” 



 

Jonathan Shiraki  

Administrator, Hale O Meleana

“Jon just started with us a few months ago and has been doing a wonderful job leading the team and ensuring our residents receive quality care. We look forward to seeing all the incredible things he has in store for Hale O Meleana. Mahalo, Jon, for all that you do!” 


 


 

Becky Canon-Fratis  

Administrator, Ann Pearl 

“Becky does a fantastic job leading her team and ensuring that her residents receive the best care. Her kindness and approachability make her such a wonderful Administrator, and her residents and their families adore her. Mahalo, Becky for all your hard work and dedication to our kūpuna!” 



 

Shona Garduque 

Administrator, Puʻuwai O Makaha 

“Shona is really shining in her role as Administrator at Puʻuwai O Makaha. She gets to know her residents and their families, and ensures our kūpuna receive the best care and support. Mahalo, Shona and keep up the great work you're doing!” 


 



 

Cheree Wee  

Administrator, Daniel Kahikina Akaka State Veterans Home

“Cheree has been doing such an amazing job preparing for the opening of the new Daniel Kahikina Akaka State Veterans Home that OPH is responsible for operating. She is organized, hardworking, and her down-to-earth nature makes her a pleasure to work with. Mahalo, Cheree! We are so fortunate to have you as a part of our ohana!” 


 

Teana Kaho’ohanohano 

Administrator, Hale Makua Kahului 

“Teana is full of tenacity and works hard to ensure that her residents receive the best care. She also listens to the needs of the staff and put together an Employee Engagement Committee that provides opportunities for staff to be recognized and appreciated. Mahalo, Teana for all you do for your staff and residents!” 


 

Mattfeld, Paul 

Administrator, Hale Makua Wailuku 

“Paul is a wonderful Administrator. He is fun-loving, kindhearted, and is loved by his residents and staff. Wailuku has made great strides under Paul’s leadership. Great things are happening at our Wailuku facility, and I appreciate Paul for all that he does!” 



 

Bronson Ho 

Administrator, Garden Isle Rehab & Nursing

“Bronson is an amazing leader. He is the go-to person for many things, and until recently he was even the “IT guy” at the facility helping to problem solve tech issues. This goes to show that he is willing to do whatever it takes to support his team and ensure his residents receive the best care. Mahalo, Bronson for all that you do!”

 

Natalie Kekuewa 

Administrator, Garden Isle Rehab & Nursing

“Natalie does a fantastic job at Hale Kūpuna! Her calm demeanor makes her easily approachable and loved by both her residents and staff. She has a deep compassion for her residents, always checking on them to make sure they’re comfortable and happy. You will always find Natalie out on the floor helping out the staff. Mahalo, Natalie, for all that you do!”

 

Kerry Pitcher 

Administrator, Legacy Hilo 

“Kerry is a true go getter. She builds great relationships with our partners, works hard to support the residents and staff, and really ensures that Legacy Hilo provides the best care for its residents. Under Kerry’s leadership, Legacy Hilo has done many great things. Mahalo, Kerry for your hard work and all the positive changes you have made for Legacy Hilo!” 

 


Learn more about Legacy Hilo >


 
 
 

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