09/03/2026
Congratulations to Valerie Makula, recipient of our 2025 In Pursuit of the Sunbeam Award! ✨
Since joining the Morningstar Living family in March 2025, Valerie has made a meaningful impact through her dedication to residents, strong leadership, and commitment to person-centered care. As RN Clinical Coordinator, she is known for her compassion, professionalism, and collaborative approach, helping residents and families feel supported while fostering teamwork and thoughtful, well-coordinated care.
Whether mentoring fellow team members, strengthening processes, or bringing positivity to celebrations and employee appreciation events, Valerie leads with empathy, enthusiasm, and a genuine desire to enrich the lives of those around her.
Outside of work, Valerie enjoys spending time with her husband, Charles, and their two children. Thank you, Valerie, for the compassion, leadership, and joy you bring to our community. Through your commitment to person-centered care, you continue to create The Moments that Matter at Morningstar Living.
As we wrap up our Awards Day Throwback Thursday series, we'd like to once again congratulate all of our 2025 award recipients. Thank you for the countless ways you inspire, support, and strengthen our community each day. Together, you continue to create The Moments that Matter at Morningstar Living. ✨