We are committed

At Juniper we are committed to nurturing the spirit of life in each individual we serve so that they may live fully throughout all seasons of life. To us this means understanding an individual, not only their needs but their desires and responding with programs and services which provide for the highest quality of life possible. Our Alive in All Seasons program of activities is designed to foster healthy bodies, enriched minds and fulfilled spirits. These pictures and stories are living proof that we at Juniper are dedicated to walking our talk!



Tuesday, January 26, 2016

The Juniper Spirit Award


Latasha “Tasha” Alexander 

Soars above all others.

Tasha embodies the values of compassion, attentiveness, and responsiveness, that we hold dear. Each and every day she demonstrates her competence and caring for everyone at Juniper Village at The Spearly Center. She embodies our mission by nurturing the spirit of life in each individual whose life she touches.

About Latasha Alexander

Tasha has been employed at The Spearly Center for six years! She initially began her career at The Spearly Center as a CNA, and was promoted to Social Worker and now serves as lead Social Worker for our community.

We admire Tasha’s intuitive and compassionate approach to all situations. She consistently demonstrates a willingness to provide assistance where needed and has the tenacity to resolve even the most complex issues that arise. Tasha makes everyone feel welcome with her friendly demeanor, amazing smile and quick wit. She possesses an innate ability to provide psychosocial services to all in need.

Tasha was born in Peoria, Illinois and was raised in Miami, Florida. When she is not at work, Tasha enjoys her five children, ages 16, 15, 9, 7 and 3 years of age. She has been married for 11 years and owns a mixed breed dog. She loves chicken and fried fish and used to be a track star. Tasha’s original inspiration for working in long term care came from caring for her grandmother who had Alzheimer’s disease. She also helped the elders at her church and knew from a young age that it was her calling to care for others. Tasha is advancing her education through current coursework in criminal justice.

Juniper Village- The Spearly Center is honored and proud to have Latasha Alexander as an integral team member.  

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