The Laurels of Hudsonville Staff
What differentiates one skilled nursing & rehabilitation center from another? The answer is... the people who work and reside there! The people set the tone, the atmosphere, and the expectations. At The Laurels of Hudsonville, we take great pride in ensuring that everyone feels like part of our family, and that they are treated as special "guests" in our home.
The Laurels of Hudsonville employs a team of highly qualified medical professionals, including a Medical Director, Registered Nurses, Restorative Care Nurses, a Wound Care Nurse, state tested Certified Nursing Assistants, Physical Therapists, Occupational Therapists, and a Speech Therapist. Our on-site Rehab, Dietary, Social Work, and Activities departments provide personalized and compassionate care to each guest. From the moment you walk through the front doors, the warmth and caring of the staff will begin to gain your trust and confidence, as they strive to exceed your expectations.
Unlike other facilities that use "contracted" staff members, each member of the team at The Laurels of Hudsonville is directly employed, not "contracted". Each Team Member takes great pride in portraying "The Laurel Way of Caring", as they strive for excellence in providing only the highest standard of care and services to every guest, and to every family member and visitor. Come on in! Visit a while! Let us show you our very best... let us show you The Laurel Way.
Thomas E. Dula III, Administrator
Tom has been part of The Laurel family since 2004. He is licensed with both Michigan and Ohio Boards of Nursing Home Administrators. Tom has been in the healthcare field since 1993 and has a Bachelors Degree in Interdisciplinary Social Science from The University of South Florida. Tom has been a board member of the Healthcare Association of Michigan since 2008 and is the Region 4 Chairperson. Tom is also active with The Grandville Rotary Club, serving as President in 2008-2009. Tom was also appointed to the President's Council with The Laurel Health Care Company.
Jennifer Baxendale, Director of Nursing
Jennifer Baxendale arrived in 2003 to be the Director of Nursing at The Laurels of Hudsonville. Jennifer has been in the healthcare field since 1992. During that time, Jen has primarily been a Director of Nursing, but also held other positions including MDS Coordinator, Staff Development Coordinator, Infection Control Supervisor, Instructor for Nurse Aide classes, and Assistant Director of Nursing. Jennifer is licensed with both Michigan and Ohio boards of nursing. Jennifer also is a member of the The Laurel Health Care Company DON Council.
Cheryl Szczytko, Director of Marketing
Cheryl has been at The Laurels of Hudsonville since 2005. In her 19 years of health care experience, Cheryl's primary experience is in Marketing and Admissions. Her background also includes Administrator of an Assisted Living facility.
Eva Aniola, Rehabilitation Services Director
Eva graduated from Baker College as a Physical Therapy Assistant and then later received a Bachelors in Health Services Administration. Before accepting the position as RSD at The Laurels of Hudsonville in 2005, Eva was team leader at another Nursing Center with Agility Rehab Services.