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Elizabeth Byrd and Milton McGowian Promoted to New Vice President Positions
We are pleased to announce that two beloved Sharon Towers staff members are taking on new roles: Elizabeth Byrd, who has been head administrator for healthcare and assisted living, is now the vice president of health services, and Milton McGowian, who has been...
U.S. News Awards Sharon Towers High Performing Status for Short-Term Rehabilitation
On Thursday, November 11, 2021 U.S. News and World Report published their National 2021-2022 Best Nursing Homes ratings. So, it is with immense pride and excitement that we share the news that Sharon Towers was named among the elite 13% that earned a rating of “High...
COVID-19 Vaccine Update #4: Answers to Questions About Boosters
COVID-19 boosters are in the news right now after approvals from the FDA and CDC. It is natural to wonder what to do next. What does the booster do? Who should get it? Which one? So, here are answers to some of the most common questions about boosters I am seeing now....
Two Sharon Towers Staff Receive Hero Award
Recently, two Sharon Towers staff members received the Hero Award from the Charlotte Mecklenburg Long-term Care Employee Recognition program. The Metrolina Community Advisory Council (CAC) sponsors the program. Honorees included Director of Talent Development &...
Leadership Transition: COO Angela Rigsbee Takes Over for Retiring CEO Anne Moffat
A seamless transition is taking place at Sharon Towers, one that keeps as our focus the well-being of those who call our community home. After 25 years at Sharon Towers, 18 of them as Chief Executive Officer, Anne Moffat is retiring on October 29th. Succeeding her as...
Sharon Towers to Sponsor the Alzheimer’s Association Walk to End Alzheimer’s™
On Saturday, October 23rd at 10 a.m., Sharon Towers will continue its longstanding tradition of sponsoring the Charlotte Alzheimer's Association Walk to End Alzheimer's™. Last year Sharon Towers was in the Top 50 Fundraising Teams; we were number 27 (in the...
Vitality and Well-Being Team Wins Excellence in Innovation Award
The Vitality and Well-Being Team has been honored for its innovative work in pursuit of a long-standing mission: Enriching the quality of life for all who call Sharon Towers home. The Excellence in Innovation Award for 2020 is presented by LeadingAge North Carolina, a...
Weisiger Health Center South Wing Opening Is Focus of “Charlotte Today”
In a recent appearance on WCNC's "Charlotte Today" program, Ann Marie Ladis, director of sales and marketing, discussed the impending opening of the south wing of the Weisiger Health Center as well as how this addition fits with the larger plan to renovate and expand...
Milton McGowian Is 2021 CDM, CFPP Spotlight Award Recipient
Like many professional organizations, the foodservice industry has many acronyms. Three of the most important are ANFP (Association of Nutrition & Foodservice Professionals), CDM (Certified Dietary Manager) and CFPP (Certified Food Protection Professional). This...
COVID-19 Vaccine Update #3: The Delta Variant and the Road Ahead
With the Delta Variant surging in many areas of the country and around the world, new questions have emerged about the vaccines, what a “breakthrough” infection is and the role of masks, among others. I wanted to provide an update to my first and second blog posts...
Sharon Towers Recognized for COVID-19 Protocol Excellence
Recently, Sharon Towers was recognized by the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS) for “outstanding infection prevention and vaccine practices” during the pandemic. Sharon Towers was one of only 19 of the over 2,300 long-term care facilities...
Uncovering Treasure in the West Tower
As construction continues on all the exciting, new additions to our SouthPark campus, we are careful not to leave behind the rich heritage that has brought us to this point and will continue to drive us forward. Residents' Suggestions Contribute to the New Floor Plan...