Marlena is the Chief Experience Officer at The Geneva Suites, a network of residential assisted livings in Minnesota. With over 12 years in senior care, she has helped families navigate the challenges of finding the right support for their loved ones. Passionate about creating environments where seniors feel safe, valued, and at home, Marlena believes in care that honors dignity and enhances quality of life. Her dedication to positivity and well-being inspired this book, encouraging mindfulness and self-care through creativity. When she’s not working, she enjoys time with her husband, five children, and their two beloved German shepherds—who now bring joy to seniors, just as her kids once did.