Maple Ridge Senior Living
Our Team

Emily joined our team in 2020, spending three years as our Community Relations Director before transitioning to our communities Administrator in the fall of 2023. She has been a fixture and familiar face to our residents and families with her strong interpersonal skills, desire to understand our residents needs and a big smile that is hard to miss.

Like many of our Residents, Emily relocated to Southern Oregon. Originally from Buffalo, New York, she moved to the Rogue Valley in 2017 after accepting a previous career opportunity. Since then, she has established roots in Southern Oregon, including welcoming her daughter Gwendolyn in the spring of 2023. She enjoys our warmer climate and beautiful views.

When Emily is not at work, you’ll catch her watching football (she is a huge Buffalo Bills fan), relaxing with friends and family, or playing with her boisterous cat Barrett.

Meet Nichole Davis, our Community Relations Director. A Southern Oregon native, Nichole finds joy in exploring the great outdoors and cherishing moments with loved ones. Her deep-rooted connection to senior living stems from her cherished relationship with her grandparents, inspiring her dedication to fostering meaningful connections and creating a vibrant community where everyone feels valued. With Nichole as our CRD, Maple Ridge Senior Living is more than just a residence; it's a nurturing environment where warmth and enriching experiences abound.

Noah, a native Oregonian from Grants Pass, earned his Bachelor's degree from Western Oregon University and his Master's degree from Oregon State University. He worked in collegiate housing for over two decades. However, after experiencing several assisted living communities for his late father, Noah felt called to work with a senior population. With extensive experience in providing exceptional housing, maintaining facilities, and ensuring superb dining for college students, he hoped these skills would be easily transferable to his work at Maple Ridge. Noah is excited to be part of the incredible team here! He enjoys a happy (and busy) home life with his wonderful wife and two young daughters.

Isabel, who we affectionately call Izzy, joined the team at Maple Ridge in the Spring of 2023. Originally from Puerto Rico, she lived in Jacksonville, Florida for 20 years prior to moving to Southern Oregon to be closer to family.

Izzy brings to Maple Ridge over 20 years of experience in senior living at all positions including serving as an Administrator in a Memory Care community. Izzy is married with two adult sons and a fur baby addition, Benny, a Yorkie.

On her free time, she enjoys going to the lake, river, beach, including spending time with friends and family.

Kellie our RN at Maple Ridge, brings a heartfelt dedication to her role, rooted deeply in her Southern Oregon upbringing. Born and raised in Ashland, Oregon, Kellie has nurtured her nursing career, with a strong focus on cardiology since 2004. Her journey as a nurse has been marked by compassion and a relentless drive to provide the best care for her patients.

For three years, Kellie embraced the challenges and rewards of being a travel nurse, specializing in memory care and assisted living. This experience not only broadened her skills but also deepened her understanding of the unique needs of seniors. Outside of her professional life, Kellie finds joy in the simple pleasures of life, especially traveling. She's been happily married since 2004 and is a proud mother to four wonderful kids. Her life is a beautiful blend of work and family, filled with busy days of being a dedicated mom and enjoying sports with her children. In her downtime, she loves to unwind with a good movie, savoring those moments of relaxation.

Ben's restaurant career began at the young age of 14, bussing tables and hosting at a local eatery called Andres, now known as Puerto Mazatlan. In 1993, with the opening of The Black Sheep, Ben transitioned into the kitchen, starting as a dishwasher and prep cook. His passion and dedication to the culinary arts quickly advanced him through the ranks, eventually earning him the position of executive chef.

In 1999, Ben pursued formal culinary training in Portland, Oregon, graduating with honors in January 2000. Most recently, he served as a sauté chef at the Rogue Valley Country Club in Medford, a position he held for three years. With over two decades of experience in both the front and back of the house, Ben is committed to providing high-quality, nutritious meals for our community.

Susan is a compassionate Life Enrichment Director with extensive experience in senior care and office management. With over four years in Portland and a year at Maple Ridge, she's gained valuable insights into creating engaging experiences for seniors. Prior to this, Susan spent 13 years as an office manager, honing her organizational skills and ensuring efficiency.

Returning to Maple Ridge in 2024, Susan is eager to continue enriching seniors' lives. In her role, she develops comprehensive activities programs catering to residents' diverse needs and fosters a sense of community. Beyond work, Susan cherishes family time and enjoys hobbies like cross-stitching, gardening, and swimming, emphasizing the importance of work-life balance while making a positive impact in senior care.

Haley first joined the community in 2022 and has rejoined our Life Enrichment program. She graduated from Southern Oregon University with a Bachelor of Fine Arts and is now working towards becoming an LMT. Haley is constantly inspired by our residents, including her beloved grandfather. She is always learning from the community and their collective experiences. When Haley is not at work, she loves being involved in the performing arts and caring for her two rat girlies, Razzle and Dazzle!

She comes to Maple Ridge after a long career in caregiving for young children. She is grateful for the opportunity to get to know, care for, and help to enrich the lives of residents entering their senior years. Tess brings a gentle and caring approach to her work, as well as creativity, joy, empathy, and respect for the dignity and life experience of every resident.

Tess has lived in the Pacific Northwest for most of her life, except for a stint in Minnesota where she met her husband. She is the proud parent of a rising college senior and has a couple of fur babies at home. She is an avid supporter of women’s professional sports, particularly basketball and soccer.