Michelle Wheeland – Healthcare Team
Start Date: June 2020
Born: Mansfield, Ohio
Raised: Haskell, Oklahoma
Wanted to be as a Kid: Nurse or Special Ed. Teacher
Favorite Sport: Street Football
One Meal Forever: Chicken Strips
Described by Friends: Loving, Funny and Honest
Hobbies: Reading and Singing
First Job: Nursing Home CNA
Favorite Quote: God never puts more on your plate than
he knows you can handle.
Family Recipe: Pumpkin Bread
Favorite Movie: Bed of Roses
Favorite Book: Charlotte’s Web by E.B. White
Collects: Books
Family: Married with Three Children
What her supervisor says: “Michelle’s incredibly caring heart and consistently dedicated spirit make her an invaluable and cherished member of the Trinity Woods team. The positive feedback we receive from families and residents speaks volumes about her impact. Her willingness to work wherever she is needed and her view of all residents as her own exemplifies our mission.” – Emilie Creswell, VP of Health Services
Category: STRAS Employee of the month
April STARS Employee of the Month
April STARS Employee of the Month
Latasha Grundy – Dining Team
Start Date: February 2014
Born and Raised: Tulsa, Oklahoma
Education: Tulsa Central High School
Favorite Sport: Track & Field
One Meal Forever: Seafood
Hobbies: Reading and Exercising
First Job: Warehouse Market
Favorite Holiday: Thanksgiving
First Car: Chevy Cavalier
Favorite Book: Battlefield of the Mind by Joyce Meyers
Free Time: Spending Time with Children
Family: Mother of Four Children
What her supervisor says: “Lastasha is a very kind and caring individual. She goes out of her way to
provide exceptional service.” – Richard Applegate, Food Service Director
March STARS Employee of the Month
Malik Meyers – Housekeeping Team
Malik Meyers
Start Date: March 2024
Born and Raised: Tulsa, OK
Wanted to be as a Kid: NBA Player
Favorite Sport: Basketball
One Meal Forever: BBQ
Described by Friends: Uplifting, Fearless, My Parent’s Favorite
Hobbies: Enjoys Exercising, and Playing Basketball and Video Games
First Job: Walmart
Favorite Holiday: Halloween
First Car: Chevy Suburban
Favorite Movie: Halloween 1, 2, and 3
Collects: Shoes
Motivated By: My Family
Free Time: Plays Video Games
Fun Fact: He is a Good Dancer
What his supervisor says: “Malik comes in every day with a smile on his face. No matter what we ask him to do he always answers ‘okie dokie’ and gets it done. He’s a good person who is polite and nice to everyone.” – Cathy Green, Housekeeping Manager
March STARS Employee of the Month
Aaron Farr – Security Team
Start Date: August 2020
Born and Raised: Parishville, NY
Hobbies: Hunting, Fishing and Reading
Favorite Holiday: Christmas
Favorite Quote: Be of service to others and yourself in balance.
Family Recipe: Grandmother’s Burger Bean Cups
Collects: High End Model Cars and Farm Equipment Toys
Free Time: Enjoys Japanese Rom-Com videos
Fun Fact: Raised and Trained Horses and was an Adirondack Guide
What his supervisor says: “Aaron is an experienced officer and understands well, the role that Security plays in serving the needs of our residents. Our department very much appreciates the effort he puts in on a daily basis.” – Ron Brown, Security Supervisor
February STARS Employees of the Month
Rayo Ladapo, CMA – Holliman Center
Start Date: October 2022
Born and Raised: Lagos, Nigeria
Education: College in Nigeria
Described by Friends: Cautious and Principled
Hobbies: Shopping and Cooking
First Job: Pharmacist Intern
Favorite Holiday: New Year
Favorite Quote: Thankful people are happy people.
Family Recipe: Jollof Rice and Chicken
Favorite Movie: Message and The Messenger
Favorite Book: Lineage of Grace by Francine Rivers
Free Time: Helping Others and Watching Movies
Family: Married with two children
What her supervisor says: “Rayo consistently goes above and beyond to ensure the comfort and well-being of our residents during the quiet hours of the night. Her commitment to excellence makes a lasting impact on both the residents and her teammates. She is a shining example of what it means to serve in the spirit of Christ.” Britani Chappell, Director of Assisted Living
Join Our Team!
Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of others? Do you enjoy driving and have a friendly, caring attitude? We’re looking for a dependable and compassionate Driver to join our team at Trinity Woods!
About Us
At Trinity Woods, we pride ourselves on creating a warm, vibrant community where seniors can thrive. Our team works together to ensure residents feel supported, safe, and valued every day. As a driver, you’ll play a key role in maintaining this sense of community by helping our residents stay connected to the world around them.
What You’ll Do
As our driver, you’ll be responsible for:
- Coordinates daily transportation schedules with the Transportation Supervisor.
- Helps members to and from bus, van or car and into the destination place if needed.
- Maintains all medical or healthcare information pertaining to members as confidential.
- Reports any transportation problems with members to Transportation Supervisor or Director of Member Services.
- Inspects interior/exterior of transportation vehicles for vacuuming and washing, installation of fuel, etc. on a daily basis.
- Monitors basic maintenance requirements of transportation vehicles and coordinates with Transportation Supervisor.
- Provides backup coverage for front Receptionist/Concierge desk as needed
- Deliver community information to TW members around campus
- Other duties as assigned
What We’re Looking For
To succeed in this role, you should have:
- High school graduate or GED.
- Must have a valid Oklahoma Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with a passenger endorsement.
- Minimum of one year of experience in a similar transportation position desired.
- Strong interpersonal relationship skills and supervisory skills.
- Must maintain exemplary driving record.
- Ability to work weekends occasionally
- Basic computer skills.
How to Apply – https://bit.ly/TWDriver
If you’re ready to join a team that values compassion, community, and connection, we’d love to hear from you! Apply today by visiting link above or contacting us at 918-743-2565.
Come be a part of something special at Trinity Woods where every drive makes a difference!
January STARS Employee of the Month
Abigail Craig, CNA, Memory Care Assisted Living
Start Date: April 2024
Born: Dallas, TX
Raised: Greenville, TX
Wanted to be as a Kid: Nurse
Favorite Sport: Volleyball
One Meal Forever: Enchiladas
Described by Friends: Fun, caring and loveable
Hobbies: Puzzles
Favorite Bible Verse: “For God so loved the world that he gave his only begotten Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish but have everlasting life” – John 3:16
Favorite Movie: Yours, Mine and Ours with Lucille Ball
Favorite Book: I Love You Forever by Robert Munsch
Fun Fact: ”I never give up. If at first, I don’t succeed I try again.”
What her supervisor says: “Abigail exhibits unwavering dedication, kindness, and exceptional care, making her a light in the Barnes House. She brings comfort and joy to the lives of our residents every day, and her heart for service shines brighter than ever. She is a true STAR!” – Britani Chappell, Director of Assisted Living
January STARS Employee of the Month
Micah White, LPN, Health Center
Start Date: August 2018
Born: Tulsa , OK
Raised: ATA College, Tulsa, OK
Wanted to be as a Kid: Fireman
Favorite Sport: Swimming and Soccer
One Meal Forever: Chicken Alfredo with Salad
Described by Friends: Sweet and Kind-Hearted
Hobbies: Crafting, Camping and Fishing
Favorite Quote: Treat others the way you want to be treated and never end a day being mad.
Family Recipe: Mom’s Lasagna
Favorite Movie: The Notebook
Favorite Book: Eat, Pray, Love by Elizabeth Gilbert
Collects: Antique Lamps
Family: Married for 15 years with Four Children
What her supervisor says: “Micah is very loving and very caring. Our residents and their families truly appreciate her kindness and how she approaches her daily tasks.” – Harriet Zavala, Household Manager
December STARS Employees of the Month
Jacob Dill, Maintenance
Start Date: March 2019
Born and Raised: Sapulpa, OK
Education: Sapulpa High School
Wanted to be as a Kid: Fisherman
Favorite Sport: College Football
One Meal Forever: Steak
Described by Friends: Funny and Caring
Hobbies: Hunting, Fishing and Camping
Favorite Holiday: Thanksgiving
Favorite Quote: “Courage is being scared to death but saddling up anyway.”
Family Recipe: Cherry Blob
Favorite Movie: The Great Outdoors
Collects: Rocks
Motivated By: My Family
Family: Married for 2.5 Years
What his supervisor says: “Jacob came to Trinity Woods shortly after graduating high school. It has been
awesome to see him mature into a young man who has a true passion for taking care of the members here.” – Ty Westlake, Facilities Manager
November STARS Employee of the Month
Rhoda Robinson, CNA – Health Center
Start Date: March 2019
Born: Tulsa, OK
Raised: Porter, OK
Education: TulsaTech
Wanted to be as a Kid: Dance Coordinator
One Meal Forever: Anything Seafood
Described by Friends: Strong, Independent and Kind
First Job: Luby’s Cafeteria
Favorite Holiday: New Year’s Day
Favorite Quote or Bible Verse: “do to others what you would have them do to you” – Matthew 7:12
Family Recipe: Grandma’s Cornbread Dressing
Favorite Movie: The Color Purple
Favorite Book: The Battlefield of the Mind by Joyce Meyers
Collects: Antiques
Free Time: Riding my Bike
Fun Fact: Loves the Water but Cannot Swim
What her supervisor says: “Rhoda shows extreme dedication to our elders, always with a bright shining
smile. Our elders love her, and we are lucky to have her on our team.” – Rachel Shepherd, Household Manager
November STARS Employee of the Month
Dwayne Crawley, Housekeeping Team
Start Date: April 2024
Born: Mississippi
Raised: Tulsa, OK
Education: McClain High School and Newburgh Seminary
Wanted to be as a Kid: Radio DJ
Favorite Sport: Loves to Watch Wrestling and Boxing
One Meal Forever: Hamburger
Described by Friends: Joyful
Hobbies: Reading, Music and Movies
First Job: Bus Boy at the Camelot Hotel
Favorite Holiday: Mother’s Day
Favorite Quote: “Lord, make me an instrument of your peace.”
Family Recipe: Red Beans and Rice
Collects: Prince Albums
Fun Fact: He was an award nominated country music DJ for eight years.
What his supervisor says: “Dwayne always has a kind word to say, a hand to help and a big smile for
everyone. His work ethic and dedication to his job speaks for itself. We all need a Dwayne on our
team!” – Cathy Green, Housekeeping Manager
October STARS Employee of the Month
Kristi Hinesley, Sales Team
Start Date: December 2021
Born and Raised: Broken Arrow, OK
Education: Oklahoma State University
Wanted to be as a Kid: Writer
Favorite Sports: Basketball, Golf and Football
One Meal Forever: Enchiladas
Described by Friends: Quirky, Loyal and Competitive
Hobbies: Running, Cooking, Reading and Golf
First Job: Babysitting
Bible Verse: “For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life” John 3:16
Family Recipe: Chocolate Gravy and Biscuits
Favorite Movie: Wizard of Oz
Collects: Hello Kitty
Fun Fact: She has never lost a game of skee ball – ever!
Family: Married with four children
What her supervisor says: “Kristi has a positive attitude and has so much compassion for the people
she meets and works with. She truly wants each person to find the right place for them during the sales process. Trinity Woods is lucky to have her on the sales team.” – Bonnie Polak, VP of Philanthropy and Community Relations
October STARS Employee of the Month
Amber Crabtree, Housekeeping
Start Date: August 2022
Born and Raised: Tulsa, OK
Wanted to be as a Kid: Photographer
Favorite Sports: Football and Basketball
One Meal Forever: Street Tacos
Described by Friends: Loving and Caring
Hobbies: Spending Time with Family
First Job: McDonalds
Favorite Holiday: Halloween
Family Recipe: Homemade Dinner Rolls
First Car: Kia Optima
Collects: Angels and Crosses
Motivated By: My kids
Free Time: Swimming, Bowling, and Camping
What her supervisor says: “Amber comes in everyday with a big smile on her face. She is always willing to help wherever she is needed without hesitation. We get many compliments from the members she serves. She genuinely enjoys her job and is an asset to the housekeeping team.” – Cathy Green, Housekeeping Manager
September STARS Employee of the Month
Adrienne Rider, Weekend Concierge
» Start Date: February 2024
» Born: Purcell, OK
» Raised: Oklahoma and Texas
» Education: San Angelo, TX
» Wanted to be as a Kid: A Teacher
» Favorite Sport: Softball
» One Meal Forever: Steak and Potatoes
» Described by Friends: Outgoing, Friendly, Helpful and Direct
» Hobbies: Reading!
» First Job: Babysitting
» Favorite Holiday: Thanksgiving
» Favorite Quote: This too shall pass.
» Family Car: 1976 Pinto – Orange and White
» Family Recipe: Mom’s Chocolate Cake
» Favorite Book: Goodnight Moon
» Free Time: Reading and playing with granddaughter
» Family: Two-time Cancer Survivor of 20 years!
» What her supervisor says: “Adrienne is a fantastic employee who not only shows up but also steps
up, solving problems with creativity, kindness, and dedication. She is a blessing to everyone she comes
in contact with, including our Members, visitors to campus and employees.” – Carri Matheson, Director of
Member Services
August STAR Employee of the Month
Cynthia Pettigrew, CNA
Health Center
» Start Date: February 2016
» Born and Raised: Tulsa, Oklahoma
» Education: Nathan Hale High School
» Wanted to be as a Kid: Dentist
» One Meal Forever: Chicken
» Described by Friends: Caring and Fun
» Hobbies: Reading Magazines and Spending Time with Grandchildren
» First Job: Braums
» Favorite Bible Verse: “He gives strength to the weary and increases the power of the weak.” Isiah 40:29 NIV
» First Car: Trans Am
» Family Recipe: Sweet Potato Pie
» Favorite Movie: The Help
» Collects: Candles
» Family: Married with four Children
» What her supervisor says: “Cynthia is loved by elders and family and puts forward her best everyday.” –
Harriet Zavala, Household Manager
July STARS Employee of the Month

Sarah Shotwell,
Dining Team Independent Living
» Start Date: November 2023
» Born and Raised: Eufaula, OK
» Wanted to be as a Kid: Osteopathic Doctor
» Favorite Sport: Baseball
» One Meal Forever: Fettuccine Alfredo
» Described by Friends: Happy and Encouraging
» Hobbies: Reading and Being in Nature
» First Job: CNA
» Favorite Quote: Courage is what it takes to stand up and speak. Courage is also what it takes to sit down and listen.
» Family Recipe: Brownies
» Favorite Book: If You Give a Mouse a Cookie by Laura Numeroff
» Free Time: Spending time with Friends
» Fun Fact: Very Spiritual Person
» What her supervisor says: “Sarah has been a good addition to the Charter Oak team. She is very kind
and funny. She has been a delight to work with and I am looking forward to all she will bring to the team
and Trinity Woods.” – Stacy Pine
July STARS Employee of the Month

Nick Terrell, Dining Team Health Center
» Start Date: September 2020
» Born and Raised: Tulsa, OK
» Wanted to be as a Kid: Storm Chaser
» One Meal Forever: Red Hot Applesauce
» Described by Friends: Sensitive and Caring
» Hobbies: Crafts, Painting, Sewing and Embroidery
» First Job: Clerk for Reasor’s
» Favorite Quote: “Smile for the people in the grocery store.” – Allie Jensen
» First Car: 2008 Jeep Wagoner
» Favorite Movie: The Whale
» Favorite Book: Billions & Billions by Carl Sagan
» Collects: Uranium Glass
» Free Time: Hiking and Spending time with Family
» Fun Fact: Parents were professional clowns.
» What his supervisor says: “Nick is a pleasure to work with. He is very kind and compassionate when
dealing with the members. He always goes out of his way to make sure they have what they need.” – Liz
Misak, Dietary Manager
June STARS Employee of the Month
Leslie Sones, CMA, Health Center
Start Date: July 2022
Education: Edison High School and Tulsa Community College
Wanted to be as a Kid: Nurse
Favorite Sport: Football
One Meal Forever: Tacos!
Described by Friends: That she looks serious but is funny.
Hobbies: Reading and Writing Poetry
First Job: Kentucky Fried Chicken
Favorite Holiday: Christmas
Favorite Bible Verse: “When a man’s ways please the
LORD, he makes even his enemies to be at peace with him.” Proverbs 16:7
Family Recipe: Sweet Potato Pie
Favorite Movie: Waiting to Exhale
Favorite Book: The Babysitters Club series by Ann M. Martin
Collects: Coffee Mugs
Free Time: Spending time with grandkids
Fun Fact: She has a fear of mermaids
Family: Mother of four children
What her supervisor says: “Lesile is very caring to elders and staff. Is always willing to help out.” – Harriett Zavala, Household Manager
May STARS Employee of the Month
Sandra Price – Dietary Aide
Start Date: December 2010
Born and Raised: Tulsa, OK
Wanted to be as a Kid: Fire Fighter
Favorite Sport: Hopscotch
One Meal Forever: Pork Chops and Cabbage
Described by Friends: Nice, Kind and Giving
Hobbies: Watching Movies
Favorite Holiday: Thanksgiving
Favorite Bible Verse: “Honor your mother and father.”
Family Recipe: Sweet Potato Pie
Favorite Book: Bible
Collects: Old Coins
Free Time: Watching grandkids.
Fun Fact: I like to have fun and play jokes!
What her supervisor says: “Sandra is always kind and compassionate with the members. She is willing to help staff and members daily. She is a pleasure to have on the Dietary Team and dependable.” – Liz Misak, Dietary Manager
April STARS Employee of the Month
Cecelia Moti, LPN, Health Center
Start Date: June 2022
Born and Raised: The countryside of Kenya
Wanted to be as a Kid: Police Officer
Favorite Sport: Field Hockey
One Meal Forever: Corn and Beans and Mashed Potatoes
Described by Friends: A good storyteller.
First Job: Teacher
Motivation: My 3 a.m. calls with my mother who reassures me that I’m at the right place, at the right time, with the right people, and to always pray.
Favorite Movie: Gran Torino
Favorite Book: The River and the Source by Grace Ogolla
Free Time: Play acoustic guitar.
Fun Fact: She is a minimalist and never celebrates birthdays.
Favorite Bible Verse: Be still and know that I am God: I will be exalted among the heathen, I will be exalted in the earth. Psalms 46:10
What her supervisor says: “Compassion, professionalism, and exceptional care – Cecilia embodies the true essence of a caregiver who goes above and beyond for the well-being of our elders here at Trinity Woods.” – Anderson Bambokile, Priddy Harbor Household Manager