Rick Edwards: Keeping Senior Care Personal

In this episode of the Senior Care Unscripted podcast, hosts Craig Heatherly and Sara Johnson speak with Rick Edwards, President and CEO of The Villas Senior Center, about the unique aspects of Villa Healthcare, including their skilled facility, Villa Total Rehab, and Villa West, which offers 24-hour nursing care. Rick shares his journey from the banking industry to senior living, emphasizing the value of listening to experts and trusting his team. The conversation covers staffing challenges post-COVID, innovative staffing strategies such as open interviews and recruiting, and the crucial role of government funding. Rick also highlights the importance of being present and treating residents like family.