(Atlantic) The Atlantic Chamber Ambassadors were introduced to new staff members of Allen Place at the Rock Island Depot on Thursday.
The Ambassadors met the new Executive Director, Doug Hanigar, who was born in Texas and raised in Oklahoma. He and his wife and children moved to Atlantic in late December 2021. Doug was previously working in administration at a 320-bed facility in Oklahoma and has enjoyed working with staff and residents in a small, more personal setting.
Melinda Hunnicutt was born and raised in Audubon, Iowa and has worked in long term care since she was 14 years old. Melinda has worked in many positions within the long-term care communities such as an Environment Aid, CNA, and Kitchen Aid. At 32 years old, Melinda decided to go back to school to become a nurse. Melinda has been a nurse for 10 years and has recently celebrated her one year of employment at Allen Place.
Allen Place provides services such as housekeeping, laundry, meal service, and activities in a vibrant community for residents on a short or long-term basis. Allen Place prides themselves on 24/7 care specific to the needs of each resident while providing a secure, comforting, and fun environment.
