Teamwork.

Chuck joined the MRC Mirador team in 2024 as the Executive Director. He is a familiar face around MRC as he served on the organization’s Central Support Services team, initially as the Senior Vice President of Operations, later being promoted to Chief Operating Officer. Before his work as a member of MRC’s corporate team, he served as the Executive Director at PineCrest in Lufkin. Chuck eventually left MRC to explore a completely different industry in early 2018, taking on the role of Chief Operating Officer for a manufacturing company. It wasn’t long before he realized his purpose was best fulfilled when working with seniors, which prompted him to return to senior living. Chuck brings exceptional expertise and depth of experience to the role. Chuck graduated from Stephen F. Austin with a Bachelor of Social Work and went on to receive a master’s degree in social work from the University of Houston. He is also a Licensed Nursing Home Administrator with a Long-Term Care Administration Post Masters Certificate, as well as a Licensed Social Worker.

Lisa joined MRC Mirador in 2025 serving as the Healthcare Administrator for the skilled nursing, assisted living, and memory support neighborhoods. She has been a Gerontologist for over thirty years, and is licensed as a facility administrator and certified as an assisted living manager. Lisa’s passion grew when working as an intern with Adult Protective Services,which led to a career serving seniors. Lisa has not only worked at numerous skilled and assisted living communities as an administrator and executive director, but also has served as a consultant for start-up communities through grant writing for non-profits, providing competitive analysis surveys for city-wide need market studies for nonprofit hospitals and private business owners serving seniors, and additionally been an expert witness representing law firms.  Lisa has served on many for and not-for-profit boards such as the Alzheimer’s Association, Columbia Hospital Rehab Unit, Intergenerational Studies of Texas Tech, and researcher for the Texas White House Conference on Aging.

“I feel honored being here at Mirador as the HealthcareAdministrator.  This community is a beautiful testament to aging well with all the amazing elders I have met.  Mirador is a blessing in the lives of all who live and work here and I’m so grateful to be a part of its mission.” Lisa is married to her college sweetheart, and they have three sons.  She enjoys cooking, baking and gardening.

Bob joined the MRC Mirador team in 2024 as the Director of Physical Plant. Bob’s background includes over 30 years in logistics, operations and property management along with serving 4 years in the Navy aboard a nuclear submarine stationed in Pearl Harbor Hawaii. Over the years, Bob has managed high end resort type HOA properties along the Texas Gulf coast and was deeply involved in there building of a large condominium complex in Port Aransas after hurricane Harvey in 2017.  Bob is originally from the Chicago Illinois area where he managed a major air freight company and eventually started his own freight brokerage/logistics company.  The company started in his basement and grew into two locations, one in the Chicago area and the other one south of the Minneapolis Minnesota area. Between the two locations, staff grew to over 35 individuals.  Boband his wife relocated to the Texas coast in 2008 after making a visit to N. Padre Island in 2006 and falling in love with the beach life.  In his spare time, he enjoys hanging out on the beach and taking his jeep on 4-wheel drive trips. Bob thoroughly enjoys the work he does at Mirador and appreciates all the support he and his team receive from all the residents and staff.

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Since joining the team in 2016, Trisha has been an incredible asset to the recruiting and retention efforts of the community.  She feels most satisfied in her work when she connects a team member to a career path that brings true fulfillment. She believes that work should be fun which is why you’ll often hear laughter coming from her office.  She is a source of joy for the community and an asset to our employees.

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As Sales and Marketing Director, Vanessa is likely to be one of the first people you meet when coming to Mirador.  With an extensive senior living sales background, and serving at Mirador since 2011, she serves as a tremendous resource for anyone who is actively considering community life. She guides prospective residents through the process with transparency and integrity.  Hancock explained, “Mirador is a place that feels like home to me. I am so grateful that my job is sharing Mirador with others so they can also call it home.”

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Bill Flores is a Senior Living Counselor at Mirador dedicated to assisting elders in their retirement living journey. With substantial experience, he passionately provides compassionate guidance, ensuring every step feels secure and comforting. Bill's heartfelt commitment lies in keeping families informed about the best options available as they make Mirador their new home. He strives to make this transition as seamless and welcoming as possible, offering warmth and understanding every step of the way.

Cathy joined the MRC Mirador team in 2025 as the Senior Living Counselor for Healthcare. She has been a dedicated marketing professional for over 15 years and is a proud graduate of Texas A&M- Corpus Christi. As a mom of three young men, she has learned the importance of balance, creativity, and adaptability- skills that she brings into her professional life every day. In her free time, Cathy enjoys fishing and riding out to the beach. She is passionate about serving others, dedicating her time to supporting elderly individuals and volunteering to help students with special needs. Cathy is excited about her role at Mirador because it allows her to combine her marketing expertise with her passion for helping others, contributing to an environment built on care, community, and compassion.

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Stephen Strealy joined the Mirador team as Pastoral Care Director in 2022. He has a Masters of Divinity and previously worked as a Chaplain in hospice settings. Stephen grew up in Corpus Christi and enjoys spending time with his lovely wife and three children.

Lacy joined the Mirador team in 2018 after working in senior living for almost 3 decades.  With early beginnings as a CNA, she learned early on that working with older adults was the perfect match for her skills and passions.  With a career path mapped out, she continued to grow professionally obtaining her LVN, then RN degree.  Now, serving as Mirador’s Director of Nursing, Lacy explains that in all of her experiences in the industry, Mirador stands alone as an extra special place, “Mirador has a deep sense of family, we genuinely care about and take care of each other.”

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Cristy joined the MRC Mirador team in 2025. She started her career as a CNA working with seniors. She fell in love with senior care and decided to further her career as an LVN in 2014. Cristy has worked in a skilled nursing home setting and as a Director for Assisted Living and Memory Support. She is very passionate about providing education and superior care for seniors. In her free time, Cristy loves to travel and enjoys outside activities with her three daughters, two dogs, and husband. She and her family have lived in many different states as her now retired husband was in the United States Coast Guard for 22yrs. They now call Corpus Christi home and love the beach vibes!  

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With more than 20 years of experience in programming and community engagement through her leadership with the YMCA, Gwen Ruppert brings a deep passion for connection, wellness, and joyful living to her role as Lifestyles and Wellness Director. Throughout her career, Gwen has led initiatives that strengthened communities, inspired active lifestyles, and created meaningful experiences—particularly for older adults.  

A proud Corpus Christi native and Carroll High School graduate, Gwen returned home in 2021 after two decades in Nebraska, where she and her husband, Fane, raised their three children. Her background includes extensive work with senior fitness and wellness programs, from land and water classes to social events that promote health, friendship, and purpose.

In addition to her professional experience, Gwen actively serves her community through her church’s Fellowship Committee, as a Vacation Bible School leader, and as a participant in the Walk to End Alzheimer’s.

 At Mirador, Gwen is excited to share her energy and creativity to uplift residents, foster engagement, and nurture a lifestyle that reflects joy, purpose, and Christ’s love.

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Jonina joined the team in 2011 initially serving as a concierge and Marketing Assistant before being promoted to Executive Assistant in 2019. Jonina has a heart for helping others which happens to be what she says is her favorite part of her job.  She explains, “I am so thankful to work at Mirador.  The residents are like family to us and we are like family to them. They welcome us into their homes and we are honored to help them in any way that we can.”

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