March 31, 2023
National Mom and Pop Small Business Owner Day celebrates small business owners every year on March 29th. Our economy couldn’t run without small, locally owned mom and pop businesses. Not only do they provide jobs, but they also create economic growth, have positive influences on local communities, and make our communities diverse and vibrant.
Here at Kentridge Senior Living, we understand these businesses spend countless hours nurturing and growing their enterprise but, all in all, they love what they do, just like we love what we do in healthcare. To celebrate National Mom and Pop Day, we had our department heads choose a small business of their liking and celebrate the day with them. They celebrated by leaving Google reviews, posting about them on social media, and doing what we call a CFU, a Creative Follow Up. We are thankful for each of them and loved celebrating their day with them.
| List of Department Heads | List of their small business |
| Kellie McElhiney, Executive Director | Guido’s Pizza & Catering |
| Carla Russell, Business Office Director | Rooted Oaks Gift Shop |
| Staci Hardin, Care Coordinator | Sunshine Cupcakes |
| Lisa Arbogast, Resident Services Director | Flury’s Café |
| Gabby Osterfeld, Senior Living Director Interim | Funky Truckeria |
| Will Verna, Culinary Director | Brimfield Bread Oven |
| Jim Sharlow, Plant Operations Director | Milan Key Shop |
| Kara Wilhelm, Director of Wellness | Asian Garden |
| Lisa Moore, Memory Care Director | Therapy Coffee & Ice Cream |
If you’re in the neighborhood, take a minute to check these businesses out! Our community wouldn’t be what it is without them, and we are so grateful they’re here!
The KentRidge Senior Living in Kent, OH offers independent senior apartments, assisted living, and memory care with a variety of services and a range of floor plan options. Amenities include restaurant dining, 24-hour bistro, concierge service, housekeeping, events and entertainment, personal care, transportation services, and more. Centrally located near University Hospital Portage Medical Center with convenient access to major shopping centers and attractions, including Sunny Hill Golf & Recreation Inc, Stow-Kent Shopping Center, Kent State Univeristy Museum, The Portage Hike & Bike Trail, and Mad Cap Brewing Company.
