At every level, The Mooring team reflects a unique, resident-centered philosophy dedicated to the distinctive residential needs of individuals facing progressive memory loss. With deep experience in clinical care, facility management and memory care consulting, we’re committed to identifying and employing those practices that help our residents to live comfortable, fulfilling, dignified lives.
Meet The Mooring Team
Lynn Peel
President
CSA (Certified Senior Advisor), CDCP (Certified Dementia Care Practitioner) and Certified PAC Approved Trainer (Positive Approach to Care) Through the course of her career, Lynn has gained deep firsthand experience as both a caregiver and administrator in assisted living and dementia care settings. During that time, Lynn developed a clear sense of best practices, and founded Beach Glass Transitions to help guide families in their efforts to find appropriate elder care solutions for aging loved ones. With The Mooring, Lynn has realized her dream: a tailor-made memory care facility that provides personalized care in a familiar, home environment – while leveraging practices proven to preserve the individuality, autonomy and dignity of every resident.
Rebecca Dillon
Architect, Gawron Turgeon
Gawron Turgeon has earned special distinction for its work in the design and development of senior housing. The Mooring is the result of their unique ability to achieve residential familiarity – with state-of-the-art features that afford all the safety and support normally associated with clinical care environments.
“From a design perspective, one of The Mooring’s big differentiators is its size. Typically, assisted living and memory care facilities are scaled for much larger populations. Designing a twelve-bed facility was really gratifying – more like designing a home than an institution.”
Brittany
Administrator
With 15 years of experience in providing, navigating, and administering care for individuals living with dementia, Brittany is a dedicated and compassionate memory care administrator who has become a multifaceted leader in the field.
Holding a degree in Human Development with a minor in Gerontology from Oswego University, she is a certified trainer in the Positive Approach to Care by Teepa Snow, trained by Teepa herself. Her expertise stems from both academic knowledge and hands-on experience, ensuring a holistic and empathetic approach to care for those living with dementia.
In addition to her extensive work in memory care, Brittany has three years of experience in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), where she worked with children on the autism spectrum. By implementing individualized care plans, she helped transform behaviors including physical aggression, self injurious behaviors, stereotopy into pro-social behaviors, enabling children and their families to thrive in their communities despite their diagnoses. This experience further solidified her belief that every behavior is a form of communication and that understanding the function of behavior is key to providing dignified, supportive care.
Brittany’s career in senior care extends beyond dementia care. With 10 years of experience as a senior care advisor, she has guided families and individuals through the complexities of the senior care industry. By offering tailored support and advocacy, she has helped her clients access care options in their homes and transition to communities that enhance quality of life, often securing solutions that would otherwise be out of reach. Her nuanced understanding of the medical, social, and financial factors at play allows her to identify the best care matches for each individual’s unique needs.
A lifelong passion for dementia care was sparked at a young age by personal experience. Her grandfather lived with frontotemporal dementia and Alzheimer’s for nearly 15 years, and was non-verbal for the final five years. This personal journey inspired Brittany to develop innovative approaches to communication and care, ensuring her Grandfather felt safe, supported, and dignified during his battle with these conditions. This passion has driven her to foster a culture where individuals living with dementia can retain their autonomy, feel included, and be respected for who they are right now, as well as in their past.
At the heart of Brittany’s philosophy is a belief that dementia does not rob individuals of their dignity—our response to their changing brains does. By fostering dementia awareness and focusing on the individual behind the diagnosis, she is committed to ensuring that those living with dementia receive care that prioritizes respect, understanding, and compassion.
Vicky
House Captain
I’m Vicky, the House Captain at the Mooring on Foreside. I joined this amazing team in August 2020 as the Program Director and have enjoyed wearing many hats along the way. I’ve been fortunate to help care for wonderful individuals and connect with their families, all of which have greatly influenced both my professional and personal life.
One of the most rewarding aspects of my work is seeing the genuine care and kindness our team shows to our housemates each day. We recognize that entrusting someone with the care of your loved ones is a big deal, and we approach this with seriousness and respect.
In my free time, I’m a proud grandma to eight grandchildren and have four children of my own. I love being creative and have a variety of hobbies—my family often jokes that I have too many!
My goal moving forward is to be an inspiration and leader for my piers and always show love and grace to our housemates.
Chantal
Director of Environmental Standards
I’m Chantal. My role at the Mooring is Director of Environmental Standards. I get the pleasure of making sure everything is clean and running smoothly. I’ve been bringing my spunk and dedication to the geriatric community for a decade. What brought me to the Mooring is their values that they uphold. Specifically, for me it was the quality not quantity. All their housemates and staff are always individually prioritized. The Mooring always strives to make the housemate feel as if they were at home. I can attest that myself and co-workers feel the kindness and warmth as well! When I’m away from the Mooring I enjoy spending time with my two children. And trying new restaurants.
Sharon
Dining Director
Deke
Mooring Dog
Deke is 1- and 1/2-year-old lab who has been working at The Mooring since he was 12 weeks old. Deke had major paws to fill as Mick, our first Mooring Dog was among the best. Deke only recently moved to full time; however, he has made a very large impact on the team already. His gentle energy, patience for ball toss and passion for pup cups keeps everyone smiling.
Careers at The Mooring
Carefully selected for their commitment to the unique needs of residents afflicted with progressive memory loss, our staff members often earn extended family status. And because continuity is vital for our housemates’ peace of mind, we make every effort to retain high quality staff for the long term. As a result, you’ll have easy access to caregivers who know your loved one well. At The Mooring, you’ll see familiar faces every time you visit.
We’re also firm believers in the value of high quality training. That’s why each staff member at the Mooring earns full certification as a Dementia Care Practitioner. And to ensure a clear understanding and shared commitment to our care philosophy, all staff members also receive training in Teepa Snow’s revolutionary Positive Approach™ to Care curriculum, which has introduced a new person-centered paradigm to dementia care. Through the Positive Approach, caregivers develop an appreciation of each resident’s differences, and apply structured techniques to produce better care and support for those living with changing abilities.
Join Us
When career opportunities arise at the Mooring, we look for staff members who share our passion for learning, our resident-oriented philosophy – and our dedication to exceptional caregiving. To inquire about career opportunities, we encourage you to contact us.