Meet Our Team

Krista Ruiz serves as the Executive Director at Glenncrest at Siegen. Originally from Covington, Louisiana, she has called Lafayette home for over a decade. Krista brings a unique and diverse background to her role, blending experience in business, education, construction, and senior living.

She attended Southeastern Louisiana State University, where she studied Music Education, and is also licensed with the Louisiana State Board of Contractors, with specialties in commercial drywall and masonry. Her professional journey includes 10 years at an investment firm, 2 years as a Pre-K teacher, and 13 years as a stay-at-home mom while helping grow her family’s construction business to include commercial projects. For the past 7.5 years, Krista has been devoted to senior living—a field she considers her true calling.

Krista finds deep fulfillment in serving seniors. She believes there's nothing more rewarding than bringing joy and comfort to residents during this meaningful stage of life, and she values the wisdom and stories they share.

What she appreciates most about being part of QSLM is hard to narrow down. From the company’s mission of “We Serve Others” to the supportive team culture and opportunities for growth, Krista is proud to be part of an organization that truly lives its values.

Kelsi Brady is the Director of Sales at Glenncrest at Siegen. She is from a small town south of Baton Rouge called St. Amant. Kelsi studied at River Parishes Community College, where she earned two associate's degrees, Associate of Science Louisiana Transfer (ALST) and Associate of General Studies, Social Behavior Science. She then attended Southeastern Louisiana University and received a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology and Health Studies.

Kelsi built a diverse background that blends clinical and administrative experience. She began with internships in cardiac rehab and perfusion during college, then worked at Pennington Biomedical Research Center as a Clinical Research Coordinator. Afterward, she held roles in hospice as an Admissions Coordinator and Hospice Liaison, developing a passion for guiding patients and families through important care decisions. Today, she uses her clinical knowledge and relationship-building skills to create an environment where care meets comfort.

Kelsi’s favorite part of working with seniors is helping improve their quality of life and hearing their stories. She enjoys making seniors feel seen and heard. Working with QSLM gives Kelsi continual support and helps create a positive, collaborative environment focused on providing the best experience for residents and their families.

Outside of work, Kelsi has strong interests in health and wellness, spending her time researching nutrition, supplements, and holistic health, and being with her Beagle, Miller.

Ella Chevis is the Director of Wellness at Glenncrest at Siegen. She is from New Orleans, Louisiana, and is a Licensed Practical Nurse with a Bachelor of Science degree in Health Care Administration from Independence University, earned in 2020. With over 20 years of experience in management and leadership roles, she brings a wealth of knowledge to her position. She enjoys listening to seniors’ stories and learning from their pasts, which helps her personalize their care and build trusting relationships. What she values most about working at Glenncrest at Siegen is the opportunity for growth.

Kim Bunch is the Director of Activities at Glenncrest at Siegen. She is from Baton Rouge, Louisiana, and has earned several certifications focused on Alzheimer’s care through ongoing education, conferences, and workshops. Her training covers dementia care best practices, behavioral approaches for memory loss, and effective communication techniques for individuals living with Alzheimer’s. Before joining Glenncrest, she spent 12 years working in the East Baton Rouge Parish School System, teaching grades 3 through 5, including children with learning disabilities who needed one-on-one instruction. She values the connections she shares with seniors through stories, laughter, and life experiences, and finds joy in being part of their lives. She is excited about this new chapter at Glenncrest and appreciates the welcoming and supportive team. Outside of work, she enjoys sports, especially LSU football and baseball, as well as NASCAR. She also loves going to church, cooking for her family, and entertaining loved ones. She has a special love for animals and currently shares her home with a cat named Jazz.

Alethia is the Assistant Director of Wellness at The Glenncrest at Siegen. From New Orleans, she has an LPN license and a background in Home Health, Hospice, Alzheimer’s Dementia, and Special Needs Adult care.

Alethia’s favorite part of working with seniors is that the care the community provides makes work feel rewarding in a way that’s different from working with other age groups. She appreciates the connections made with residents and their families. Alethia is appreciative of the leadership and team members at QSLM who stay dedicated to their residents wholeheartedly.

When she’s not working, Alethia likes to fish, spend time in her garden, and work on puzzles.

Tawanda is the Reunion Program Coordinator in Memory Care at the Glenncrest at Siegen. She was promoted to this role from Lead PCA, having nearly 10 years of experience in senior living care. Originally from Canton, Mississippi, Tawanda has called Baton Rouge home for 21 years. Her favorite part of working with seniors is building meaningful relationships and being able to bring joy to their day. She believes that QSLM has allowed her to grow and succeed, and provides a team built on support and compassion. Outside of work, Tawanda can be found traveling and spending time with family. She is passionate about Memory Care and looks forward to continuing to serve with purpose.