Life Care Excellence: Whatever It Takes Winners for April 2026

Our Whatever It Takes Champions program honors associates who go beyond their job descriptions in caring for our patients, residents, and families. Here are four recent winners and their inspiring stories. We are proud to have associates like these who define what it means to be Champions of Care!

Willie Martin, Floor Tech at Life Care Center of Punta Gorda

One of Willie’s colleagues overheard an exchange between Willie and a therapy patient’s husband. The husband, very near tears, expressed his deep gratitude for Willie and how he treats everyone around him, saying, “You make this place happier.”

Though he is not a direct caregiver, Willie brings charm, compassion, humor, and joy to his role every day!

Beverly Williams, CNA at Life Care Center of East Ridge

This is the note one of Beverly’s patients included in their nomination of her for the April 2026 Whatever It Takes award:

“Beverly Williams truly has whatever it takes and then some to perform her duties as a CNA. She has taken care of me and my seriously broken leg since February 2026. Every morning, she arrives with the breakfast tray and a cheerful “good morning!” Her gentle care during this recovery time has been professional, with a wonderful human touch of kindness. She listened to my fears about my recovery. Her practical advice was very hopeful and encouraging.

She is poised and professional in all her duties, even when times were tough. Her sense of humor would always make me laugh. Beverly has touched my life and my heart on this bumpy path to recovery.”

Jamie Chasteen, RN Supervisor at Life Care Center of Gwinnett

On two separate occasions, Jamie drove to the homes of recently discharged short-term therapy patients to deliver items they accidentally left at the facility!

Sara Costantino, Unit Nurse at Life Care Center of Medina

Sara’s nomination comes from someone with the perspective of both colleague and patient family member. Here is what they had to say about Sara:

“I have had the pleasure of working with Sara in two different capacities. First, when I was the marketing director at Life Care of Medina and now as the sister of a patient. When I was the marketing director, Sara went above and beyond to help me with prospective families. She always patiently answered any questions that they had and helped me in any way she could. I could reach out to her at any time and receive her help. Now, with my sister as a patient in the building, her help has been incredible.

“This has been a very trying time for my family. But knowing that I can also reach out to Sara and receive the support I need is so comforting. No matter what is going on, she always takes the time to help my family and answer any questions that we may have.”