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Seven Lakes



Meet Our Team

Our compassionate team is dedicated to creating a warm, supportive environment where residents feel at home everyday.


My passion is helping others and providing quality patient care services.

Shaneshia Dawkins

Executive Director

I have an extensive background in the healthcare industry. I have a degree in medical office administration. I am a LPN and Certified Dementia Practitioner. I enjoy traveling and spending time with my family. My passion is helping others and providing quality patient care services.

I am passionate about providing compassionate, person-centered care

Ursala Bowden

Memory Care Director

My name is Ursala Bowden, and I am the Memory Care Director. I have more than 10 years of experience in assisted living and memory care. I am passionate about providing compassionate, person-centered care and am dedicated to ensuring that every resident feels safe, respected, valued, and truly at home. I take pride in supporting residents, their families, and our team while creating a warm, caring environment where each individual can thrive.

I bring a diverse range of experience to my role as Business Office Manager

Bethany Ellzy

Business Office Coordinator

With an extensive background in financial and healthcare services, I bring a diverse range of experience to my role as Business Office Manager. My professional background includes experience as a legal assistant, along with certifications as a Medication Technician, Nursing Assistant II, and Phlebotomist. I also have experience in banking, portfolio management, and estate planning. Outside of work, I enjoy traveling and spending time with my family.

I enjoy preparing nutritious, delicious meals for our residents

Beverly Chambers

Dietary Manager

My name is Beverly Chambers, and I am the Dietary Manager. I enjoy preparing nutritious, delicious meals for our residents and take pride in creating a positive dining experience. Seeing the smiles on our residents’ faces and knowing they enjoy the meals we serve is one of the most rewarding parts of my job.

I love working in the nursing community

Latishia Ellis

Resident Care Coordinator

Hello, my name is Latishia C. Ellis. I love working in the nursing community. I have worked in the nursing field for 26 years as a CNA, a med tech, and now a pharmacy technician. I am currently in school for a medical office administrator.

I truly enjoy my job and am grateful for the opportunities I have had to grow

Pamela Bruton

Lead Housekeeper

My name is Pamela Bruton, and I have proudly worked at Seven Lakes Assisted Living since 2017 During my time there, I transferred from housekeeping to working on the floor to gain more experience caring for residents. After that, I returned to the housekeeping department and was promoted to Lead Housekeeper because of my hard work, dedication, and leadership. I take pride in maintaining a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for our residents, staff, and visitors. I truly enjoy my job and am grateful for the opportunities I have had to grow and advance within the company.

My passion is helping others and providing quality patient care services

Sandra Oyegoke

Dietary Manager

I have an extensive background in the healthcare industry. I have a degree in medical office administration. I am a LPN and Certified Dementia Practitioner. I enjoy traveling and spending time with my family. My passion is helping others and providing quality patient care services.

Tracy’s mission is to inspire others, strengthen communities, and create meaningful outcomes through integrity, collaboration, and a genuine passion for senior living.

Tracy Smith

Regional Vice President of Sales

Tracy Smith is a passionate healthcare executive with more than 30 years of experience in the healthcare field across a wide range of leadership roles. As a Licensed Assisted Living Administrator for 17 years and a Certified Dementia Practitioner, she has built a career centered on compassionate leadership, operational excellence, and exceptional resident care. Tracy now serves as Vice President of Sales, where she partners with communities and their sales team’s to drive occupancy growth and lasting relationships throughout the healthcare industry. Tracy’s mission is to inspire others, strengthen communities, and create meaningful outcomes through integrity, collaboration, and a genuine passion for senior living.

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