There was no doubt in her mind where that would take place. So, after nearly two years as an employee at the building, La-Crisha became a resident so the team at Barberton could help her get back on her feet. 

La-Crisha Is Admired by Staff & Residents

From Administrator Kelly Aneshansel: “La-Crisha started her career as a State Tested Nursing Assistant 15 years ago. She worked as an STNA while raising a family of eight children.

In 2021, she decided that she wanted to be an inspiration to her children and show them that your dreams are possible. She went to school part-time to complete her bachelor’s degree so she could then pursue her dream of being a Long-Term Care Administrator.

I met La-Crisha in January of 2024 when she was seeking a preceptor for her nine-month LNHA internship in Ohio. I admired her drive, intelligence, compassion for seniors and her positive/fun energy.

La-Crisha was in the middle of her internship when our facility was purchased by PACS. Upon completing her internship and receiving her LNHA license, she agreed to step into the role of Admissions Coordinator in part because she was impressed by PACS and wanted to continue to learn PACS ways.

Barberton Post Acute is a 50-year-old facility, and La-Crisha has been an integral part in infusing new energy into our community.  When she told the staff that she chose to come to Barberton PA for her care and therapy because she had faith in all of them – the staff’s pride was shining through.” 

Positive Reviews for Her Care at Barberton Post Acute

Following her therapy, La-Crisha offered a glowing review of the care provided by the Barberton team: “As the Admissions Director at Barberton Post Acute, I recently had the unique experience of also being a patient here for nearly three weeks after breaking my ankle in three places.

Due to my injury, returning home safely was not an option at the time. The hospital initially recommended an inpatient rehabilitation facility because, at 36 years old, they did not feel a skilled nursing facility would be the best fit.

However, I confidently chose Barberton Post Acute because I already knew the quality of care our team provides. I knew the nursing staff would take excellent care of me, therapy would help me regain my strength and mobility, and our residents would make me feel welcome.

From the moment I arrived, that is exactly what happened. Although I was in significant pain, I immediately felt the warmth, compassion, and support of everyone around me. The environment was incredibly welcoming and made a difficult situation much easier to navigate.

A special thank you to Grace, our Resident Vice President, and the activities department for making sure I was always included and engaged. Grace quickly became my “wheelchair buddy” and is truly one of the most welcoming residents you could ever meet.

The nursing staff consistently went above and beyond. They were always available when I needed assistance, and many team members stopped by just to check on me and see how I was doing. Their kindness and genuine concern meant so much during my recovery.

The therapy team was outstanding. They challenged me every day while keeping me focused on my ultimate goal—returning home safely. One of my biggest fears was navigating stairs. I worried that one wrong move could result in another injury or even additional surgery.

Through their encouragement, expertise, and patience, they helped me build the confidence I needed. Before I knew it, I was successfully completing 20 stairs—something I never thought I could do when I first arrived.

Experiencing Barberton Post Acute as both an employee and a patient gave me an even greater appreciation for the exceptional care provided here every day. I am incredibly grateful to the entire team for helping me recover and regain my independence.

I highly recommend Barberton Post Acute to anyone in need of skilled nursing care or rehabilitation services. Thank you all for everything you do. ❤️”

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