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ALF BOSS Podcast


Jan 20, 2025

This week, we're thrilled to feature Dawn Grady, Executive Director of The Cottages at Belleair, a unique memory care community in Clearwater, Florida. With over 22 years of experience in the assisted living industry, Dawn shares her incredible journey from skilled nursing to leading one of Florida's most innovative memory care facilities.

We discuss:
✅ The concept of cottage-style memory care.
✅ Challenges in staffing and how she maintains a 1:7 resident-to-staff ratio.
✅ Her insights on changes in the industry over the years, including the impact of COVID.
✅ Why enhanced training for dementia care and med techs is critical for the future.

Get inspired by Dawn's passion for treating residents like family and her dedication to improving care standards. Whether you're an ALF operator, staff member, or someone curious about assisted living, this episode is packed with actionable insights and heartwarming stories.

📍 Tune in now to learn how Dawn creates a caring and thriving environment at The Cottages at Belleair! 🌟