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Engaged Living

For Alzheimer's and Dementia

Santa Rosa (707) 578.8360

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At Primrose, we are sensitive to the fact that this is a new and emotional experience for you. Undoubtedly, you will encounter situations about which you will want to ask questions, make suggestions, or voice concerns. We recognize that good communication is a key component of providing quality services and encourage it. To assist in the communication process, we’ve provided a list of the management team at Primrose. The brief descriptions of our duties will assist you in determining from whom you might best obtain an answer to your particular question(s). For those who find it more convenient to communicate by email, we have included our email addresses. Please never hesitate to contact us with your questions or concerns. The more we both know about each other, the better we can do for you.

Santa Rosa Staff

Executive DirectorJOHN WOTRING, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR Email John coordinates all departments to insure each department is in alignment with goals, budget guidelines, and resident needs.  He is responsible for the day-to-day operations of Primrose.  John is also available to discuss any issues or questions you may have concerning the operation of Primrose,  during business hours 8:30a.m-5:00p.m. Wellness DirectorDAN OBRIEN, RN WELLNESS DIRECTOR Email Dan is the direct supervisor of our Resident Assistants, who provide daily care (baths, meals, etc) to residents. He coordinates the nursing and medical aspects of resident care by working with all of the Primrose departments and the medical community. Dan works hand-in-hand with the Program Director to assure that the total needs of our residents are being met. Dan works Monday to Friday 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. COMMUNITY RELATIONS DIRECTORLISSA HART, COMMUNITY RELATIONS DIRECTOR Email Lissa represents Primrose to the regional network of dementia services, agencies and providers. Lissa assists families through the complete move-in process, beginning with inquiry and ending with move-in. Lissa’s hours are Monday through Thursday 8:30-5:00. Plant Operations ManagerNICK MEYER, PLANT OPERATIONS DIRECTOR Nick is responsible for keeping Primrose beautiful and functional. He takes great pride in maintaining the picturesque garden setting and spacious courtyard surroundings at Primrose. In addition to the grounds, Nick directs the maintenance and housekeeping teams. His hours are from Tuesday – Friday approximately from 5:00 am to 2:00 pm. Food Service DirectorMARIELA AMEZCUA, FOOD SERVICE DIRECTOR Email Mariela is responsible for the food service program and the catering services at Primrose. She heads the team of chefs that produce the meals for the residents and visitors. She also coordinates the staff to produce a pleasant dining experience. Ask her about nutrition, dining, and dietary concerns. Her hours are from Tuesday – Friday approximately from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm. CYNTHIA TILKER, DAY CLUB DIRECTOR Email Cynthia is responsible for the daily management of the Primrose Day Club, an adult day service for persons experiencing memory loss. She provides quality programming to persons with dementia in order to extend their independence and quality of life, as well as to give family care-givers a break from their overwhelming responsibilities. Cynthia’s hours are from Tuesday – Friday, from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. KARINA CLIMACO, ACTIVITIES DIRECTOR Email Karina coordinates and leads our Activity Program including outings and holiday celebrations. She creates our monthly calendar of events and makes sure that all of our clients are engaged in our daily activities program. She also supervises the Music and Memory Program and creates individual playlists for our clients. Karina’s hours are Sunday through Thursday 9:00 – 5:30

They treated my mother like family

For anyone considering Primrose for your loved one, I would like to share my experience. My mother lived at Primrose for about 2 years before she passed.
Primrose was a godsend for her and us, her family. After about a month of adjusting, Primrose became home. Primrose allows so much freedom and independence for people like my mother who have progressive memory issues as well as behavioral issues, but still have so much life in them and ability to do many things. I saw that many people at Primrose needed more extensive care and were not as aware as my mother was. The beauty of Primrose is that each person is treated as an individual and receives personalized care and attention. There is structure and flexibility, beautiful grounds and kind, well-trained staff. They treated my mother like family and she could feel that.