Jen

Jen has a passion for serving seniors and their families, and is thrilled to be the Executive Director at Cherrywood Pointe of Forest Lake. Jen has served in many different settings for Assisted Living, Memory Care and Skilled Nursing Administration. Jen has a double major Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources Management and Business Administration earned from Metropolitan State University, and is currently working towards her Master’s Degree in Human Resources at the University of Minnesota.

Jen grew up in the north Metro area and currently lives in Andover with her husband Josh and daughter Nora. When she’s not at work she enjoys fun things with Nora and all friends and family, cooking new recipes from scratch and getting outdoors as much as possible, preferably at the lake.

Miriam

Miriam has more than 18 years’ experience in the Senior Living industry, including Assisted Living, Memory Care and serving as Outreach and Sales Director. “At the core of my experience is my enjoyment of working with seniors. I understand the types of changes seniors and their families are faced with. I know how overwhelming and stressful the process of finding the right living situation for loved ones can be in these situations. I am humbled to help them make one of the most important decisions at such a critical time in their lives,” Miriam says.

Miriam enjoys spending time with her husband, friends and family, especially grandson, Miles and granddaughter, Madi. She enjoys sailing with her husband Eric, and loves spending weekends on Lake Pepin with their dog, Bella. She also enjoys photography, cultural events and outdoor activities, such as cross country skiing and biking.

Michelle

Michelle grew up in Vadnais Heights, Minnesota and graduated from Minnesota State University, Mankato with a degree in Therapeutic Recreation. Michelle always had an interest in brightening the lives of older adults. She began working in the field when she was 16 years old. In Michelle’s free time she enjoys spending time with her family and friends, traveling, skiing, and baking.

Karen

Karen has cooked professionally for over 35 years, 21 of which have been for seniors. She enjoys preparing quality meals for residents. “I really enjoy my interactions with seniors. They are always honest and have a great outlook on life.  I enjoy being critiqued by them and receiving feedback positive or otherwise to make sure their dining experience is the best it can be!” When she’s not in the Cherrywood Pointe kitchen, Karen enjoys spending time with her husband, four kids and seven grandkids, two dogs and Brick, her cat. Her hobbies include gardening, wine making, fishing, rock tumbling and baking.