Jennifer Mitchell Potier serves as the Executive Director of The Blake at Lafayette, where she brings over a decade of experience in senior care and a deep passion for enhancing the lives of older adults. A native of Lafayette, Louisiana, Jennifer earned her Bachelor of Arts in Public Relations from the University of Louisiana at Lafayette in 2002, with a double minor in Business and English. She is also a Certified Dementia Practitioner.
Jennifer’s career in senior care began in 2012 following the loss of her grandmother to Alzheimer’s disease. That personal experience inspired her to dedicate her life to making a meaningful difference for seniors and their families. Her professional background includes three years as a Sales Manager in Assisted Living and eight years in Home Health, where she held roles as a Territory Manager and Director of Sales.
Her favorite part of working with seniors is helping families navigate the transitions that come with aging, ensuring residents receive an exceptional quality of life each day. She takes great pride in creating a supportive, engaging, and compassionate environment for residents and staff alike.
Jennifer is proud to be part of QSLM, a company whose core values closely align with her own. She feels truly supported and valued in her role and is committed to making a difference every day.
Outside of work, Jennifer enjoys spending quality time with her husband Mark, their two sons, and their dog Jojo. She also loves attending community events and volunteering with nonprofit organizations.
Meet Our Team
The Blake at Lafayette’s management team is made up of industry professionals with years of experience providing exceptional senior services and care. We are committed to raising the bar on quality living for seniors, and we’re proud of the work we do every day.
Jennifer Mitchell Potier
Executive Director
Kim St Blanc
Director of Sales
Kim St. Blanc brings energy, warmth, and over a decade of experience to her role as Director of Sales at The Blake at Lafayette. Born in Kansas, Kim has lived in several states, but she’s proud to call Lafayette home since middle school.
With a Bachelor’s Degree in Healthcare Administration from both the University of Louisiana and the University of Phoenix, Kim blends her academic foundation with years of hands-on experience in territory sales and senior living. For the past 10 years, she’s been a dedicated part of The Blake at Lafayette, guiding families through the process of finding a new home for their loved ones.
Kim’s favorite part of working with seniors? “They are SO much fun! I also love their wisdom and kindness,” she shares. She treasures the relationships built through her work and the sense of extended family within The Blake community.
Outside of work, Kim enjoys traveling and exploring new places with her family, jet skiing on the weekends, and embracing new adventures. Her life mantra—“Be the Light”—inspires her to shine brightly every day and make a positive impact on those around her.
Jaleesa Haney
Director of Wellness
Jaleesa Haney is the Director of Wellness at The Blake at Lafayette. She is originally from Jeanerette, Louisiana, also known as Sugar City. She is a Licensed Practical Nurse (2014
Graduate from SLCC) and a Certified Dementia Practitioner, and also has an associates degree in general studies. She worked long term acute care for 5 plus years before coming to The Blake and also has a background in rehab, geriatrics, and home health.
Jaleesa' favorite part of working with seniors is hearing their life stories and the knowledge they have. She got into nursing while taking care of her grandmother who was diagnosed with breast cancer. "Working with seniors gives me that feeling of when I would spend time with her," she says. "It makes me appreciate what I do that much more." Her favorite part about working at a QSLM community is the opportunity to advance her career and the team work at her community. "We are like a big extended family," she explains.
When she's not working, she likes to spend time with family, attending get-togethers with loved ones, and trying out different restaurants. She especially loves family game nights.
Kelli LeJeune
Director of Business Operations
Kelli LeJeune serves as the Director of Business Operations at The Blake at Lafayette, bringing a wealth of knowledge, leadership, and heart to her role. A native of Golden Meadow, Louisiana, Kelli holds a Bachelor of Interdisciplinary Studies from Nicholls State University, a Master of Health Administration, and a Certificate in Human Resource Management from Louisiana State University.
Kelli began her career in health care over 25 years ago. In her previous role, she was responsible for maintaining the quality of care for seniors and leading multidisciplinary process improvement projects. Her commitment to excellence and passion for enhancing the lives of older adults laid a strong foundation for her leadership in the senior living sector.
Her favorite part of working with seniors is the opportunity to make meaningful connections and positively impact their daily lives. She finds deep inspiration in their wisdom, humor, and gratitude, and values the lessons she learns through each interaction.
At QSLM, Kelli is drawn to the organization's emphasis on joy and excellence—two values she believes create a culture where both residents and team members thrive. Outside of work, Kelli enjoys traveling and cherishing time with her family, especially her beloved grandson, Baylor.
LaShonda Mouton-Jean Batiste
Assistant Director of Wellness
LaShonda was born and raised in Church Point, LA, where she graduated from Church Point High School. From a young age, she was passionate about nursing, particularly inspired by her experiences visiting her mother, Sybil, at work at the Acadia St. Landry Guest Home while participating in school activities. While pursuing her nursing education, she worked as a Certified Nursing Assistant.
With over 24 years of nursing and management experience, she is a Licensed Practical Nurse, a Licensed Nursing Home Administrator, and a Licensed Insurance Sales Agent. LaShonda holds a degree in Management with a Concentration in Health Care, along with a certification in Human Resources. LaShonda has a strong background in the Assisted Living Industry, having served as the Assisted Wellness Director, Wellness Director, and Executive Director. Her teams have achieved remarkable success, breaking excellence barriers and reaching unprecedented goals for the company.
LaShonda has been married to her husband, Alex, for 21 years. Together, they have two daughters, a son, and four grandkids who affectionately call her "LeeLee." She is dedicated to supporting the Nursing Department in providing exceptional care to residents. In her free time, you can find her on the golf course cheering for her daughter, reading, spending time with family, and helping elderly community members access resources to enhance their quality of life.
Shannon W. Biggs
Director of Activities
Shannon Biggs is the Director of Activities at The Blake at Lafayette, where she brings energy, creativity, and heart to every day. A proud Lafayette native, Shannon has worked in the assisted living industry for the past six years in a variety of roles, building meaningful connections with residents and families alike.
She holds Bachelor of Arts degrees in Mass Communications and Elementary Education, along with a certification in Library Science. Before transitioning into senior living, Shannon spent nearly 20 years as an educator, a background that shines through in her thoughtful programming and passion for enriching lives.
For Shannon, the best part of working with seniors is seeing them smile, laugh, and fully enjoy life—it’s what makes her role so fulfilling. She values being part of the QSLM team, where everyone shares a commitment to delivering outstanding service to residents and their families.
Outside of work, Shannon enjoys gardening, hiking, spending time with her loved ones, and playing with her dog, Sammy.
Chante Chevalier-Helire
Reunion Program Coordinator
Chante Chevalier-Helire is the Reunion Program Coordinator at The Blake at Lafayette. Chante was born and raised In St. Martinville, Louisiana. She is a Certified Dementia Practitioner with NCCDP, a Louisiana Certified Nurse Assistant, and has completed the Best Practices for Memory Support Programming with NAACP. Before coming to The Blake, she served as Memory Care Coordinator and Activity Assistant at other communities, as well as a CNA. She also studied Child Development and Journalism. Her career in senior living started in 2014. "Alzheimer’s disease is personal to me," she says, referring to her own loved ones that have lived with the condition. In addition to helping our residents and their families, she is also helping to take care of her own grandmother diagnosed with early-stage dementia.
Her favorite part of working with seniors is bringing joy to them everyday with brightly-colored clothing, a warm smile, and a heart of gold. Her favorite part of working at a QSLM community is the beautiful connections she's made over the years with residents and their families. When she isn't working, she enjoys spending time with her beautiful family and friends. "My husband and I have two dogs at home that we treat just like our own kids," she says. "I’m also Nanna 'Fun Aunt' to my brother's six kids along, with being a 'bonus mom' to his teenage daughter."
Her story at The Blake is very important to her. "I started at QSLM as weekend Activity Assistant/ weekday driver," she says. "Every weekend I yearned to do more than just call Bingo. We had access to INTL system but no one at the time was maximizing potential of the system for engagement." When she started planning her own activities, she was able to shine with weekend popcorn, karaoke, theme parties, and trivia fun. After a little under two months, her hard work was recognized and she was offered opportunity of Walk with Me Coordinator, a position that truly resonated with her true passion of assisting the Memory Care Community. The daily duties resonated with her background, and she works hard to provide our memory care residents structure and routine, along with fun games and outings, every month. "Life doesn’t stop here is my slogan," she says. "I’m thankful for this opportunity to spread joy every day to our wonderful residents all while having the trust of their families knowing that their loved ones is in good hands at The Blake Lafayette."
Mike Guidry
Director of Dining Services
Mike Guidry is the Director of Dining Services at The Blake at Lafayette. He was born and raised in Lafayette, LA. He originally joined the U.S. Marine Corps right after graduation. Afterward, Mike became a chef, with 20 years of experience as a general manager and 8 years as a regional chef.
Mike's favorite part of working with seniors is making them happy and bringing a smile to their face. He appreciates their gratefulness for what he and the team does. His favorite part of working at a QSLM community is working side by side with teammates that can count on one another.
When he isn't working, mike enjoys spending time with family and playing sports, especially baseball and disc golf. Mike has 5 awesome children, with the youngest 3 all being girls. He loves being a “girl dad”!
