New Professionals Group
Mission Statement
To promote professional growth and development while building relationships among like-minded new professionals that support the betterment of the lives of seniors in our community through networking, mentorship, and social events.
Time Commitment
Two (2) meetings per year, plus two (2) networking events per year, taking place quarterly First meeting taking place in late October, 2023.
Inaugural Members
Shannon Braun
Shannon Braun, LISW-S is the Director of the Center for Memory Support and Inclusion with Episcopal Retirement Services. She provides education, support, and social engagement to individuals and families facing dementia, in addition to promoting dementia inclusivity to businesses and organizations in the Cincinnati area. She has over ten years of experience in aging and dementia care in a variety of settings, including hospice, long term care, and in the community. Shannon has a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Saint Louis University and a Master of Social Work from University of Cincinnati with a concentration in Health Care and Gerontology. She is a Licensed Independent Social Worker with Supervision Designation in the state of Ohio.
Email: sbraun@erslife.org
Hannah McCarren
Hannah is the Memory Support Household Coordinator at Marjorie P. Lee. She earned her Bachelors in Gerontology with a minor in Art Therapy and a Masters of Gerontological Studies, both from Miami University. Hannah manages the memory households Kirby and Luther and in her role she supports the families, residents, and staff in creating a meaningful environment for those with memory loss. Email: hmccarren@erslife.org
Brenon Russell
With a Bachelor’s Degree from Thomas More and a Juris Doctorate from The University of Louisville Brandeis School of Law, Brenon’s practice centers around estate planning. He knows that the topic can be morbid and intimidating for many individuals and families, so he brings a compassionate approach when meeting with clients, striving to bring peace of mind and a sense of security to the clients he serves. He works with clients to develop a deep understanding of their goals, and understands that each family has unique goals they seek to accomplish, as there is no one-size-fits-all plan.
Email: brussell@brickergraydon.com
Please reach out via email to any of the three inaugural members for further info.
