A Note from our New CEO – Marianne Klein

July 20, 2023,

Dear Shalom Village Community,

I am deeply grateful for the incredibly warm welcome I have received this week as the new CEO of Shalom Village. From the moment I stepped through the doors, I was overwhelmed by the kindness, support, and genuine warmth extended to me by every one of you.

I would like to express my heartfelt appreciation to the residents, staff, participants, visitors, families, and Board Members of Shalom Village. Your warm reception and willingness to embrace me into this wonderful community has made a lasting impression. I am truly honored and humbled to serve as your CEO and be a part of such a compassionate and vibrant environment. We also wish to share that we are in the process of recruiting an Administrator for the Long-Term Care Home, until one is hired, I will assume the Acting Administrator role and look forward to supporting the team.

In just a few short days, I have had the pleasure of engaging with many of you, and I am impressed by the sense of unity, care, and dedication present at Shalom Village. The genuine camaraderie and support that the staff, residents, and families share is evident and inspiring. It is this sense of community that makes Shalom Village a truly special place. Our AT HOME values are seen and felt at every level of this organization.

I would like to extend a special thank you to the residents and participants for your warm smiles, open conversations, and the stories you have so graciously shared with me. Your wisdom, experiences, and vibrant personalities create the heart and soul of this community, and I am committed to ensuring that your needs, preferences, and aspirations remain at the forefront of every decision made.

To the Shalom Team, I am grateful for your hard work, compassion, and dedication to providing exceptional care and support to our residents and participants. Your commitment to their wellbeing is truly remarkable, and I am honored to work alongside such a talented and caring team. I look forward to collaborating with each of you as we continue to create an environment where everyone thrives and teels AI HOME

To the families of our residents, thank you for entrusting us with the care of your loved ones. Your support, trust, and engagement in the community play an integral role in ensuring a fulfilling and enriching experience for our residents. I greatly appreciate your active involvement and am committed to maintaining open lines of communication with you.

To our Shalom Village and Foundation Boards of Directors, I thank you for your continued leadership at Shalom Village and look forward to continuing the incredible legacy at Shalom alongside you.

As we embark on this journey together, I am filled with enthusiasm and optimism for what lies ahead. With your continued support, dedication, and partnership, I am confident that we can enhance the lives of everyone at Shalom Village and contribute to Making Moments that Matter for everyone.

Again, thank you for the warm welcome. I am truly honored to be a part of the Shalom Village family. Together, we will continue to create a caring, vibrant, and welcoming community that every individual can call home.

With heartfelt gratitude,

Marianne Klein

CEO, Shalom Village