Celebrating Excellence: Lutheran SeniorLife Team Members Honored at Armstrong County Health Care Recognition Event

Compassion, dedication, and excellence in care define Lutheran SeniorLife, and those qualities begin with the extraordinary team members who bring them to life every day. This commitment was recognized as several employees were honored at the Armstrong County Health Care Consortium’s 22nd Annual Health Care Recognition Event, held at the 10th Street Station in Ford City.

Presented in collaboration with the Tri-County Workforce Investment Board, the annual event celebrates health care professionals who go above and beyond in their service to others, whose expertise and empathy leave a lasting impact throughout Armstrong County.

Representing Lutheran SeniorLife’s Visiting Nurses Association (VNA), Western Pennsylvania were:

  • Penelope Diehm, Hospice RN
  • Amanda Brletrick, Home Health LPN

Representing LIFE Armstrong County were:

  • Jody Brocious, Transportation Supervisor
  • Stephanie Chuhra, Staffing Coordinator & Certified Nursing Assistant
  • Lesley McGregor, Center Director
  • Ashley Shaffer, Certified Nursing Assistant
  • Michelene Stein, Certified Nursing Assistant

The VNA, Western Pennsylvania provides skilled home health and hospice care, offering comfort, dignity, and clinical expertise to patients and families in the place they feel most at ease, their home. LIFE Armstrong County, part of Lutheran SeniorLife’s LIFE Programs (Living Independence for the Elderly), supports older adults in maintaining their independence by providing coordinated medical, rehabilitation, and social services, all under one program of care.

“Each of these team members represents shining examples of who we are at Lutheran SeniorLife,” said David Fenoglietto, President and CEO of Lutheran SeniorLife. “Their dedication to compassionate, person-centered care is what allows our mission to thrive every day.”

Their recognition by the Armstrong County Health Care Consortium reflects both their professional excellence and the vital role they play in the health and well-being of our communities.

“As an organization, we could not be prouder of these individuals,” Fenoglietto added. “They exemplify what it means to live an Abundant Life® for themselves, for their colleagues, and for those who trust us with their care.”