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Julie  Dudley

Julie Dudley

Chicopee,MA

Summary

Accomplished Regional Director of Memory Care & Activities at The Arbors & Ivy Assisted Living Communities, demonstrating expertise in staff training and development along with performance reporting. Successfully led teams to achieve high satisfaction levels through innovative care strategies, including a Montessori approach that significantly enhanced resident well-being and staff capabilities. Proven ability to foster strong relationships and implement effective programs that elevate care standards. Committed to advancing quality of life for residents while driving operational excellence.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Regional Director of Memory Care & Activities

The Arbors & Ivy Assisted Living Communities
Chicopee, MA
01.2020 - Current
  • Lead a team of managers, providing coaching and development to achieve exemplary performance.
  • Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
  • Analyzed team performance on a monthly basis through audits.
  • Montessori approach training.
  • Orientation and dementia training.

Reflections Memory Care Director

The Arbors & Ivy Assisted Living Communities
Chicopee, MA
01.2004 - 01.2020
  • Developed and implemented policies and procedures to ensure the safety, health and well-being of Memory Care residents.
  • Created strategies for staff training and development related to memory care services.
  • Coordinated with outside vendors for activities, events, entertainment, and other programming for Memory Care residents.
  • Provided guidance and support to families of Memory Care residents.
  • Established relationships with local organizations that support individuals living with dementia or Alzheimer's disease.
  • Provided leadership in developing innovative programs that meet the physical, social and emotional needs of Memory Care residents.
  • Participated in public relations activities including speaking engagements at conferences or other events related to memory care topics.
  • Delivered continuous quality service, resulting in high satisfaction levels from families and residents.
  • Provided onboarding and coaching to new hires to help each feel comfortable in job positions and prepared to handle various responsibilities.

Education

High School Diploma -

Chicopee Comprehensive High School
Chicopee, MA
06-1986

Skills

  • Meetings and presentations
  • Performance reporting
  • Staff training and development
  • Team evaluation
  • Relationship building

Certification

  • Montessori Approach
  • Alzheimer's Association -Train the Trainer
  • Certified Dementia Practitioners
  • Certified Nursing Assistant

Timeline

Regional Director of Memory Care & Activities

The Arbors & Ivy Assisted Living Communities
01.2020 - Current

Reflections Memory Care Director

The Arbors & Ivy Assisted Living Communities
01.2004 - 01.2020
  • Montessori Approach
  • Alzheimer's Association -Train the Trainer
  • Certified Dementia Practitioners
  • Certified Nursing Assistant

High School Diploma -

Chicopee Comprehensive High School
Julie Dudley