WINCHESTER TERRACE - Key Persons
In 1967, the Levering's opened Marion Manor Nursing Home in Marion. That was the year William Dunn, the Levering's longtime friend, joined the company. Dunn was the Administrator at Marion Manor until he retired, at which time his daughter Linn Wade assumed the Administrator position. In 1974, Levering Management opened Country Court Nursing Center on Coshocton Avenue, and in 1978, the company purchased Morrow Manor Nursing Home in Chesterville. That was the year Bill joined the company, shortly after he graduated from Ashland University. In July 1985, the Levering's opened the Delaware Court Healthcare Center in Delaware. The Living Center in Mount Vernon was opened in February 1986 in the previous Martin Memorial Hospital building as a senior retirement community with 48 apartments.
Bill Levering said the company's skilled nursing facilities are for individuals who have been discharged from the hospital and require some form of physical, occupational, respiratory or speech therapy service; assisted living centers are designed for people who have had a serious health event but still need assistance; and a retirement living center is a setting for seniors wanting a more independent life style in a secured environment where Social Programs are included.
Bill Levering said the company places great importance on community involvement. The Living Center is the host site for judging of the Junior Miss Scholarship Program, and also the location of the Dan Emmett Music & Arts Festival's flower show. All of the facilities have Trick-or-Treat night for children. He said children and seniors bond as though they were grandchildren and grandparents. Local school classes also come in to The Living Center to celebrate the holidays.
Levering said former Ohio State football players visit and interact with residents every summer. Players who have visited in the past include Steve Bellisari and Craig Krenzel.
Debra is a New Washington native. She attended school in Marion, Ohio, and has worked in healthcare for over 30 years! She started her career as a nurse's aide, became an LPN, and eventually became an RN. Debra enjoys quilting, wool applique, gardening, and spending time with her 7 grandchildren outside of work. She also loves going to flea markets and auctions in her free time.
Debra enjoys the family atmosphere, the encouragement, and the growth opportunities. "We have a great team here at Winchester, and I am excited to be a part of the team!"