About us
About Us
Manchester Rehab and Healthcare Center has built a reputation for providing five-star service from staff that treats you like their own. Whether you need short-term rehab, respite services, or end-of-life care, you can count on our specialists to prioritize your comfort and wellbeing at every step.
Our Mission
At Manchester Rehabilitation and Healthcare our mission is to nurture and care for our residents and their families, with the goal of optimizing independence and safeguarding dignity while providing a warm and compassionate home-like environment.
Awards and accreditations
Meeting Your Needs
We abide by comprehensive, patient-first standards to ensure the best experience possible for our residents and their families:
- Patients accepted on a 24-hours a day, seven days per week basis
- Daily briefing of physicians updates and nurses’ notes to case managers
- State of the art amenities like indoor lounges, personalized dining plans, and hotel-quality accommodations
- Participation with Medicare and many managed care organizations and HMOs
Our Team
Dalia Alberdi LNHA
Administrator
Dalia Alberdi is the Administrator for Manchester Rehabilitation and Healthcare. She started with the facility in 2016 as the Director of Admissions and Marketing. In 2020 she decided to pursue getting her Administrator’s License at the University of Connecticut when she was then promoted to Assistant Administrator and then to Administrator. Dalia has a passion for healthcare and enjoys working with the staff and residents to ensure we are meeting all their needs.
Claudia Pires
Director of Admissions
Claudia Pires is the Director of Admissions at Manchester Rehab and Healthcare. She graduated from The University of Connecticut in 2007 with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Human Development and Family Studies. She returned to school in 2008 to obtain her certificate as a Therapeutic Recreation Director from Manchester Community College. Claudia has spent her career working in skilled nursing facilities, beginning her career as a Recreation Therapist before transitioning to both a long term care and short term rehab social worker. Claudia joined the Rehab and Healthcare team in 2016 as Social Worker. She was promoted to Director of Admissions in 2020. She enjoys helping others and is committed to helping you and your family with your healthcare needs.
Emma Figueroa
Director of Administrative Services
Emma has been working in the Healthcare industry since 1993. Her experience, knowledge and love for people is what makes her a great asset to Manchester Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center team.
Emma started her career as Nursing Assistant, moving to Unit clerk, then Payroll/HR for the same company, after 18 years decided to take a position as a Business office Assistant then Business Office Manager working with residents, and all aspects of Medicaid billing. As she returned the Payroll/HR committed to assist staff to create a happy and safe place to work.
Stephanie Laflash
Director of Food Services
I have been the Food Service Director at Manchester Rehab and Healthcare for over 5 years, but have worked with the company for most of my Food Service career. I started working in the Dietary department at our sister facility, learning every position in the department. I then transferred to Rehab and Healthcare to become the full time night cook. After almost 2 years I left to take on my first management position. I later returned to become Rehab and Healthcare Food Service Director. I couldn’t be more thrilled to work with such an amazing team who take pride in what they do. I was able to use my culinary skills to incorporate more homemade dishes and baked goods. Our Dietary team goes above and beyond to ensure our patients/residents are happy with their meals. We offer a wide variety of special menu items to ensure everyone not only eats, but genuinely enjoys their food.
Lisa Moffett
Director of Recreation
Lisa attended Central Penn School of Business, studying Marketing and Mass Media and is a Graduate of the University of Maine School of Nursing specializing in Therapeutic Recreation. Lisa began her career in pediatrics. She worked as an OTA at a private psychiatric hospital then moved into government service. Lisa worked for both City and State agencies in Maine and Massachusetts before coming to Connecticut where she worked for the Department of Defense; MWR at Subase NLON. Lisa has been with Manchester Rehab and Healthcare for 23 years, starting as the Subacute Recreation Therapy Program Manager. She has been the Recreation Therapy and Volunteer Services Director for 21 years. Lisa uses her more than 30 years of management and marketing experience to bring diverse programing to the Patients and Residents.
Gary Hawes
Director of Environmental Services
Gary has worked at Manchester Rehab and Healthcare since 2018. Prior to that he worked at Seabury Meadows for 18 years, and Windsor Hall Rest Home for 6.5 years, dating back to 1993. So in total he has been in Healthcare managing maintenance and housekeeping departments for 28 years. Since 1990 Gary has held a State of Connecticut E2 Electricians License. Gary is also a CAPS (certified againg in place specialist). Gary excells at using his construction and troubleshooting experience when it comes to finding and diagnosing issues within the Physical plant. He is current with life safety regulations and interacts with staff and residents on a daily basis to keep them safe.
Jennifer Crespo
Director of Rehabilitation
Jennifer Crespo has been the Director of Rehabilitation Services at Manchester Rehab and Healthcare since 2010. Graduate from Champlain College. A caring and passionate therapist for 26 years of clinical experience well versed in a broad range of programming, treatments, and modalities for restoring function and mitigating disability. Expertise in treating adult and geriatric population. Jennifer began her career as a certified nursing ssistant, progressing to a treating therapist and then Rehab Manager within the 3rd year of her career.
Brey-anna Santana
Director of Social Services
While I am a newer addition to the Manchester Rehabilitation & Health Care Center, I aspire to invest the same longevity in the organization that many of my dedicated colleagues have. As the Director of Social Services, I take great pride in advocating for underserved and vulnerable populations. My background in positions including home health aide, recovery support staff, and patient service representative provide me with the ability to better serve our patients/residents.
Tashana Mitchell
Director of Nursing
Tashana's profound passion for ensuring compassionate and caring interactions underscores her commitment to providing exemplary healthcare services. As she steps into her new role, her continued success in upholding these principles will make a positive impact on our healthcare community. Tashana's appointment as Director of Nursing marks a significant milestone in her professional journey. Having earned her second bachelor's degree in nursing from Central Connecticut State University and gained valuable experience in psychiatric and acute care nursing, she embarked on her geriatrics journey at Manchester Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center.
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