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Matt Arledge serves as the Executive Director / Licensed Administrator at The Barclay at Little River. Matt grew up in Greenville, SC. He has a host of credentials, including a BS in Healthcare Administration and BS in Business Admin and Management from Limestone College, as well as a Master of Business Administration (MBA) and a Graduate Certificate in Healthcare Administration from University of Cincinnati. He’s also certified as a Dual Assisted Living / Nursing Home Licensed Administrator from the South Carolina Board of Long-Term Healthcare Administrators, a Lean Six-Sigma Black Belt Professional from the Management and Strategy Institute, a Project Management Professional (PMP) from the Project Management Institute, and a Nationally Registered Emergency Medical Technician (NREMT).

Matt worked in an acute care hospital for 5 ½ years in Emergency Trauma, Oncology, and supplemental staffing. He also completed a contract at Abercrombie and Fitch's headquarters and distribution center as the Project Manager. His entire senior living career has been in CCRCs, so he is familiar with all levels of care.

One of Matt’s favorite aspects of working with seniors is the opportunity to build meaningful relationships with them. Their wealth of life experience brings unique perspectives and wisdom, and he really enjoys learning from their stories. He finds it incredibly rewarding to make a positive impact on their daily lives, whether it’s through providing care, a kind conversation, or simply making their day a little brighter.

His favorite part of working at QSLM is the sense of fulfillment that comes from being part of a team that genuinely cares about making a positive impact in the lives of seniors. The collaborative environment and shared commitment to providing high-quality care makes every day rewarding. He also appreciates the continuous opportunities for growth, both in his role and as part of a larger, supportive community.

Matt brings a strong background as a turnaround specialist and continuous improvement specialist. Over the years, he’s honed his skills in identifying areas for improvement, developing actionable strategies, and leading teams through successful transformations. He’s confident that, with this experience, and the truly amazing leadership team and fantastic employees we have serving the residents we can improve the building and ensure it reaches its full potential.

When Matt’s not working, he enjoys volunteering with animals—it’s incredibly rewarding to help out and make a difference in their lives. He also loves playing the saxophone and piano, both of which are great outlets for creativity and relaxation. Another passion of his is rock climbing; it’s a perfect way to challenge himself both physically and mentally while being outdoors. He also continues to practice as an EMT, staying involved in the field and maintaining his skills to be ready to help when needed.

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Justin Copley is the Director of Sales at The Barclay at Little River. He spent many years in New Hampshire before coming to our area. Justin has an MBA from Indiana University Northwest in Gary, Indiana, and he has extensive experience in sales, operation management, and finance.

Justin enjoys having meaningful conversations with our residents, learning life lessons, hearing their life stories, and sharing his own travel stories. He also enjoys helping families make the most informed decisions for their loved ones. Working for QSLM, he appreciates the company’s overall dedication to service and the strong leadership and opportunities provided.

When Justin isn’t working, you will find him body surfing or riding his Harley Davidson.

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Shawneequa Sumpter-Gibson serves as the Director of Wellness at The Barclay at Little River. She is from Georgetown, South Carolina. She has a Master's in Public Health Administration from Grand Canyon University, a Bachelor's in Human Services from Springfield College, and a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) diploma from Horry Georgetown Technical College. She has extensive experience in Home Health, Hospice, Skilled Nursing, Care Coordination, Community Health, and Assisted Living. She is also a United States Army Veteran.

Shawneequa has a passion for patient advocacy, and she strives to promote improved access to healthcare services for vulnerable populations, especially seniors. At QSLM, she enjoys creating meaningful connections with residents and their families, as well as working alongside her coworkers to ensure a strong commitment to service, integrity, and compassionate care. She also enjoys combining a variety of clinical expertise with the leadership team to enhance the quality of care and overall well-being of the Barclay community.

When she isn’t working, Shawneequa loves listening to music of all genres, putting together puzzles, and spending time with her family.

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Carol DeSpirito serves as the Director of Business Development at The Barclay at Little River. Carol is from Scranton, Pennsylvania, and has a Communications degree from University of Dayton, Dayton, Ohio. She has 25 years of experience working within the senior community. She has worked in non-medical care, senior psychiatric care, and senior living communities.

Carol wants to be a blessing to families that are looking for the right community for their loved one or themselves. She often wishes that she’d had assistance when she began researching communities for her own mother, so she wants to be that person for others now. Carol’s favorite part of working at QSLM is the caring, loving, and energetic group of individuals on her team. She says, “Separately they are amazing, together we are unstoppable.”

When she’s not working, Carol and her husband like to travel to visit their growing family in multiple states across the country. She also has an 80 lb. chocolate lab named RuthAnn who keeps her moving!

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Amy Gaskins is the Director of Business Operations at The Barclay at Little River. She’s originally from Elkton, Virginia. She has a strong background in accounting and business operations, developed through her education and years of hands-on experience in the field. Before moving to the Myrtle Beach area, she spent 12 years in off-campus student housing as an Assistant General Manager, where she played a key role in the day-to-day operations of the community. She was heavily involved in overseeing resident accounts, managing accounts payable, and ensuring the financial side of the property ran smoothly and accurately. Her role required strong attention to detail, problem-solving, and the ability to handle complex situations, while supporting both residents and her team. Over the years, she became a go-to resource for all things accounting and operations and helped maintain efficiency and consistency across the property.

The residents are without a doubt Amy’s favorite part of her job. She enjoys spending time with them, getting to know them and their families, and learning about where they come from and their life stories.

When she’s not working, Amy enjoys spending time with her family, her husband of 21 years, and their dogs. She has a 21-year-old son who is a computer science major and a 19-year-old daughter who is double majoring in Psychology and Criminology. Both of her kids are student-athletes, so Amy loves going to their games and cheering them on. In general, her family is big into sports, and they love watching football, baseball, softball, and basketball together. Amy has a deep love for animals, especially dogs, and is very passionate about animal rescue. She also loves to travel. Her family goes on multiple cruises a year and visits Walt Disney World whenever they can.

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Benitha George serves as the Director of Memory Care at The Barclay at Little River, where she plays an essential role in supporting residents through personalized care and meaningful engagement. A native of Tabor City, North Carolina, Benitha brings over two decades of hands-on experience in Assisted Living and Memory Care, including caregiving, medication management, and leadership.

She holds certifications for Certified Dementia Practitioner (CDP), Medication Technician, and Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA). Her career has also included leadership roles such as Lead Med Tech and Care Coordinator, giving her a well-rounded perspective on resident care and team collaboration.

Benitha enjoys building relationships and making a difference in our seniors’ lives, and she appreciates being a part of the QSLM team, which truly cares about residents. She is passionate about providing compassionate, quality memory care.

Outside of work, Benitha enjoys relaxing, traveling, shopping, and spending time with family.

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