The Laurels of Bedford 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 Bedford, 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 Bedford 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 Bedford 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.
Don Macleay, Administrator
Don has been an employee of Laurel Health Care Company since 1996. He began his career working as a dietary employee and continued to grow within the company. He received his Dietary Management Degree from Auburn University in 2001 and proceeded to Michigan State University where he added an Administration degree in 2007. Don accepted the Administrator position at The Laurels of Bedford in September of 2008.
Annette Hatfield, Director of Nursing
Annette joined The Laurels of Bedford in January 2008. She has over 15 years of experience and leadership as a Director of Nursing. Annette is a graduate of Bronson School of Nursing as an RN-BC, she also is Board Certified in Gerontological Nursing.
Teri Ziegler, Director of Marketing
Teri came to The Laurels of Bedford in October, 2007 as the Marketing and Admissions Director. She is a Michigan native and has spent most of her time in the local area. She earned her degree in Business Management from Davenport University.
Rachel Pallett, Rehabilitation Services Director
Rachel is a licensed/registered occupational therapist (OTR/L) in the state of MI and is currently the Rehab Services Director at The Laurels of Bedford. She graduated from Western Michigan University with a Bachelors of Science in Occupational Therapy in June 1998. A member of The Laurel Health Care Company staff for 8 years, Rachel has worked in geriatrics for over 10 years and has been in rehab management in skilled nursing facilities since 2000.