Susan has been the Administrator of Rockville since 2007 and loves the community’s small, intimate setting which allows her to interact daily with the residents, staff, and visitors. She can often be found walking Rocky, her Yellow Labrador, through the community greeting residents, staff & visitors!

In 1994, Susan earned her Master’s Degree with Distinction in Gerontology Administration from Hofstra University. She spent two years working as Assistant Administrator before successfully earning her Administrator’s license in 2007.

Susan has been in the long term care field for more than twenty years. After receiving her B.A. in Music Therapy from Molloy College, she started her long term care career as a Music Therapist and Recreation Leader. Shortly thereafter, she became a Recreation Director and worked in that capacity for thirteen years.

“We are proud of the care we provide, the relationships we develop and the family that is our facility. We are the small community with the Big Heart”- Susan Welge

Ruth attended VEEP-Nassau County School of Practical Nursing and attained her registered nursing license through the Helene Fuld College of Nursing. She also has a bachelor of science in nursing from Grand Canyon University. Ruth has been in health care for 13 years, beginning as a CNA. Serving others and aiding in providing optimal and exceptional nursing care brings her joy. In her free time, she consistently seeks to enrich her knowledge base.

April graduated from Molloy College with her Bachelor’s Degree, going on to receive a Master’s degree from Fordham University as a clinical social worker with a focus on hospital social work. She enjoys working with people in hospital settings as a marketer, and she appreciates the hard work that the hospital staff endures. April is always available to assist with the transferring of their patients for rehabilitation or skilled nursing at Rockville.

She feels it’s an honor to work in a community that she was born and raised in as the Director of Marketing & Community Relations. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her children, husband, and dog, and loves being in the garden, planting, and finding different beautiful things to grow.

Linda graduated from Adelphi University earning her Master’s Degree and is a Licensed Social Worker, who recently joined the Rockville Team. She brings almost 20 years of experience in working with the geriatric population and assisting residents and families in their time of need. Linda enjoys spending time with her family and making all kinds of desserts during her time off.

Pia has been a physical therapist assistant for over 20 years. She received a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology from Pace University and then went on to earn an additional associate’s degree from Nassau Community College to become a physical therapy assistant.

She is certified in soft tissue massage, myofascial release, and vestibular training. Pia is bilingual, speaking both English and Italian fluently, and can always be found smiling in the rehabilitation gym! Pia’s motto is “always treat a resident as family and as you would want to be treated.”

Christine went to New York Institute Of Technology Bachelors in Life Science 2014-2018, Doctorate in Physical Therapy 2017-2020 (3+3 Life Sciences/DPT program).Her favorite part of being a Physical Therapist at Rockville Centre is giving people confidence to do things that they used to do everyday prior to their hospitalization, and just putting a smile on residents faces when they accomplish something they had difficult performing when they first arrived. She graduated with her DPT in 2020, but has been in healthcare working as a rehabilitation aide since 2013. She played college softball from 2014-2018 and had numerous injuries and had great athletic trainers and Physical Therapist help her along the way to get back to doing what she loves and that’s why wanted to be able to do the same for others one day. Christine always loved fitness and promoting health to other people, and physical therapy is the perfect profession for that. She is now the head coach of a 14u softball team. She enjoys going to country concerts, going to the gym, spending time with her friends and family, spending time outdoors at the beach or going on hikes.

Kristi graduated from Queens College with a Bachelor of Science in Nutrition and Dietetics in just three years earning Cum Laude status. Kristi was eager to learn more. She decided to pursue her Master of Science in Nutrition at Lehman College, where she also completed her Dietetic Internship. She became a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) in September of 2016 and became a certified dietitian nutritionist (CDN) in December of 2016. Kristi worked as a dietitian in Queen’s nursing and rehabilitation center from July 2016 to May 2018, focusing on short-term long-term care and dementia. Her personable skills and desire to gain more knowledge earned her a position at Rockville Skilled Nursing as Chief Clinical Dietitian and Food Service Director. Her clinical skills enable her to provide each resident with the individualized nutrition plan they require to heal, and her open mind allows for changes in the menu. You can often find Kristi on the units conversing with residents about their meals or coming up with the next best food item in the kitchen!

Faeth is a Registered Dietitian and NYS Certified Dietitian-Nutritionist, who has been a part of our team since 2019. Faeth received a Bachelor of Science degree in Health Science from Stony Brook University. She spent years working in food service, medical billing, and healthcare administration, before returning to school at CUNY Queens College. There, she received her second Bachelor of Science degree, this time in Nutrition and Dietetics. She then completed her dietetic internship at CUNY Graduate School of Public Health & Health Policy, where she is currently earning a Master of Public Health degree in Public Health Nutrition.  Faeth strives to serve her community to the best of her ability, as demonstrated by her years of volunteer work with City Harvest and New York Cares. In her free time, Faeth enjoys baking, running, and playing guitar and ukulele. 

Gaspar completed his Undergraduate at Seton Hall and his Masters at Touro University and has been working in healthcare for the past year. He has always had a passion for helping people. Being an Occupational Therapist provides Gaspar with an opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of others while using a holistic approach. His favorite part of his job is developing a meaningful relationship with his colleagues and patients. In his spare time, he likes to stay active by going to the gym and playing sports.