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Our professional and friendly staff members are a big part of what makes Villa Bella such a remarkable retirement living community. Stroll through Villa Bella and you'll immediately notice a mutual respect between our residents and our staff members.

That's because we go to great lengths to hire only those individuals who are truly committed to making a difference in the lives of our residents. From our General Manager to our dining room servers, each staff member is highly motivated and shares a common willingness to take the extra steps necessary to make your retirement experience as enjoyable as can be.

Julie Wilson, General Manager

It is a pleasure to be part of this wonderful community called Villa Bella. I have over a decade of experience in Senior Retirement Living. I have worn many hats during that time and gained the most valuable of assets through working with Senior Citizens.

I can honestly say it is a great feeling to come to work everyday knowing that we have such a great team of professionals in our midst here at Villa Bella to make our community unique in the senior living experience. I look forward to meeting you upon your arrival at Villa Bella, which is truly an experience you will want to be a part of for years to come.

Karen Moreland, Assistant General Manager

I became part of this amazing community in the fall of 2009. I hold a Bachelor of Science degree with minor in Marketing from Eastern Michigan University. I bring over 19 years of experience as a director in the hospitality field, planning events for both the private and public sector. Working at Villa Bella has truly been a blessing. Being part of this wonderful team of people and going home each night knowing that I have somehow touch someone’s life with a smile, laugh or hug and that they have touched mine in the same way.

Karen Gross, Activities Director

I was a quality engineer for 17 years. My career had to be put on hold to care for my grandparents and mother-in-law with Alzheimer’s and dementia. After returning to work I found a job in assisted living doing activities, and found this was my true passion. Also, I worked in an memory care unit to develop activity schedules and train employees.

I believe these are their golden years, and I’m looking forward to having fun and putting smiles on all the residents faces every day. I truly believe that “When you smile at people they smile back upon you!”

Knowing that I can truly make someone’s life happy makes me happy!
Knowing that I can make a difference in someone’s life truly inspires me!

I feel honored to work at Villa Bella. What a beautiful place to come to work every day.

Kim Trapani, Community Liaison

I was honored to become part of Villa Bella’s family in January 2010. I bring over 10 years of senior care experience as an Office Administrator, Leasing Agent, Marketing and Activity Director and now Community Liaison. I am also honored to be working with my daughter Shelly, Head-Receptionist who has been a part of Villa Bella since the opening in 2005. My favorite part of the day is getting to know and love all of the residents, their families and the new faces that walk into our doors every day. I am a “people person” who loves to show you the beautiful community of Villa Bella.

Dee Repokis, Executive Chef

With over two decades of experience preparing food for seniors. I was honored to become part of the Villa Bella team in the fall of 2009. I have a wide range of certificates and awards in the field of Culinary Arts, and most recently, I received the prestige award from the Festa Italiana 2010 “Best Meatballs.” Along with preparing traditional entrees, I am always researching new and exciting recipes, to give the residents and their guests the fine dining atmosphere they deserve.

Natasha Sutherland, Head of Housekeeping

I was born on a small island called Trinidad in the Caribbean. I grew up there and obtained my college degree. I migrated to the United States in 2002 and am a United States Citizen. I graduated from Dorsey Business School as a Certified Medical Assistant. I was employed by Villa Bella in July 2005 as the housekeeping supervisor. I enjoy my job and look forward to meeting and greeting the residents and employees every day. I have a great personality and very flexible to work with. “My number one goal at Villa Bella is to make the residents comfortable and putting a smile on their faces every day”.

Debbie Hurst, Bus Driver

I’ve worked for Villa Bella for three years. I have been around elderly people my whole working life. I drove a school bus for two months then decided to drive for seniors. I have a CDL certificate, a massage therapist certificate and am working on a life certificate. “I love my job and enjoy my residents.

Interested in Joining the Team?
Villa Bella's outstanding service is entirely based on our ability to recruit the outstanding talent required to deliver it. Our team members are our greatest asset, and we pride ourselves on both customer and employee satisfaction.

Villa Bella maintains equal employment opportunities for all qualified candidates. It is our policy to recruit and hire the best talent, with no regard given to race, color, age, sex, religion, national origin, disability and veteran’s status.

If you are interested in joining our team, please complete the employee application, if a position is open that meets your qualifications a representative will contact you.

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