The ALF Insider: Growth, Care & Community

Your weekly guide to building, growing, and thriving in the Assisted Living & Caregiving world. Packed with strategies, inspiration, and resources to help you succeed.

Learning to Work, Live, and Explore — All at the Same Time

A New Kind of Balance in 2026 In 2026, I’m being very intentional about what work–life balance looks like for me. I want to see the world.I want to be present with my family.And I also want to continue serving my clients with excellence. Right now, I’m in a different phase of business. I’ve buil...

Jan 18, 2026

Service, Family, and the Power of Building Together

Systems Create Freedom, and People Make It Meaningful This month has been about two things that matter deeply to me:serving our clients well and honoring my family fully. I’ve been spending a lot of time building systems and strengthening my team. When done right, systems don’t create distance, ...

Jan 11, 2026

Slowing Down to Move Forward — Welcome to 2026

A Gentle Start to a Powerful Year The first week of 2026 has been about slowing down — not because there’s nothing to do, but because clarity requires space. This year, I’m learning to say more no’s.No to overcrowded schedules.No to distractions.No to anything that pulls me away from who I’m cal...

Jan 04, 2026

One Decision Can Change Everything

Entering a New Season With Intention As the year comes to a close, I’ve been slowing down to review what truly matters — priorities, rhythms, and the kind of life I want to live while serving at a higher level. Right now, I’m planning family trips, refining our family routines, and being intenti...

Dec 28, 2025

Gratitude, Legacy, and There’s Still Time

Watching Them Watch You This week touched my heart in a very special way. I spent a lot of time on podcasts and interviews on other people’s platforms, and once again, my daughter was right there with me. She loves to go, to watch, to sit quietly and observe what I do. And as I watched her watch...

Dec 21, 2025

Closing the Year With Intention, Clarity, and Focus

This Is the Season to Review, Not Rush As the year winds down, I’ve been very intentional about slowing myself down — not to stop, but to review. This week, I found myself reflecting on the year as a whole.What worked.What stretched me.What needs refinement before I step into the next season. En...

Dec 14, 2025

Growing in Purpose, Elevating in Leadership

This week has been one of those beautiful confirmations that when you stay aligned with your purpose, God continues opening doors — for your growth, your clients, and the people you’re called to serve. I spent time finalizing my 2026 education plan. I invested in new mentors — leaders who have b...

Dec 07, 2025

Gratitude, Growth, and the Gift of Flexibility

Thanksgiving reminded me of something we often forget when life gets busy — how important it is to slow down and truly spend time with the people we love. I had the chance to reconnect with family members I hadn’t seen in a long time. We shared laughter, hugs, food, and real conversations — the ...

Nov 30, 2025

The Power of Serving Well — and Growing With Intention

This week reminded me of something beautiful: when you live a life of service, your impact reaches further than you can ever see. I had the honor of moderating my Aunt Dieuzina’s 75th birthday celebration, and it was more than a party — it was a testimony. Person after person stood up, crying as...

Nov 23, 2025

Stepping Into New Opportunities With Confidence and Clarity

One thing I’ve learned along this journey is that growth doesn’t always happen in the big, loud moments. Most of the time, it happens quietly — in the small choices, the daily commitments, the steady yes to the vision even when life is full. This past week reminded me again that preparation and ...

Nov 16, 2025

Peace, Progress, and Purpose — One Step at a Time

Some weeks are about pushing forward. Others are about slowing down to catch your breath. This season, I’ve been reminded that true success isn’t just about how fast we move — it’s also about the peace we carry while we move. There’s a balance between momentum and mindfulness. Between building s...

Nov 09, 2025

Grace for the Busy Seasons — and Growth in the Process

Sometimes Life Moves Fast — and That’s Okay We meant to send this newsletter out last week, but between family, clients, and new projects, life moved faster than the schedule. And honestly, that’s part of the journey too. There are seasons where we move at full speed — where business is growing,...

Nov 04, 2025

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