WHISPERING PINES REHABILITATION AND NURSING CENTER - Key Persons


Carol Longo

is an HR and Payroll Professional with over 30 years of experience implementing, managing and administering HR, Payroll and Benefits for various companies. Carol Longo began her career in the accounting field and transitioned to HR and Payroll. Carol Longo has also been a foster parent for the last 12 years to many young and older children.

Chris Oksanen

Job Titles:
  • Director of Social Services
graduated from the University of KY in 1997 with an MSPT in physical therapy. He has worked in a variety of settings, including hospitals, outpatient centers, and skilled nursing facilities. Chris has held the role of rehabilitation director in skilled nursing facilities for the past 15 years and joined the team at Whispering Pines four years ago. "It is satisfying to be part of an organization that genuinely cares about the welfare of residents and staff. I enjoy the challenges of helping my patients maximize their functional mobility and achieve their goals toward independence. It's not always easy, but I have found that kindness, humor, and frequent encouragement bring out the best in rehab patients. We have a wonderful skilled and caring physical, occupational, and speech therapy staff and we have enjoyed many success stories."

Helen Byron

, licensed nursing home administrator has been working in long term care for over 20 years. She graduated from SUNY at Buffalo, NY with a Masters degree in Social Work and worked in hospitals prior to receiving her nursing home administrator certificate from UCONN. Helen has 3 grown sons and 1 granddaughter and her hobbies include gardening and skiing. Helen enjoys serving the employees, residents, and families of Whispering Pines Rehabilitation and Nursing Center and looks forward to meeting you when you visit.