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Get To Know Your Life Enrichment Team
DIANA BURGE
DIRECTOR OF LIFE ENRICHMENT
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Diana Burge knows a little something about engaging an audience. With a background that includes over a decade in the hospitality industry and more than 14 years spent as an educator, she has committed her life to empowering those around her. Her unique ability to connect with others serves her well in her role as the Director of Life Enrichment. “My job is to create lasting memories. With the help of my team, I am responsible for conceptualizing and carrying out events and activities that will enrich the lives of our residents, in the hope of bringing them joy and happiness.” A proud wife and mother, Diana believes in treating others with unconditional kindness. “Confucius once said, ‘Wheresoever you go, go with all your heart.’ I am forever grateful for the opportunity to give back to others, and create experiences that will stay with them forever.”
CHI-VAS WHITE
LIFE ENRICHMENT COORDINATOR
Chi-Vas White has over 20 years experience in the hospitality & customer service industry. He served as an activity assistant at House of Welcome Adult Day Services in Northfield, IL, Director of Life Enrichment at Quail Park of Oro Valley, and as a personal and professional caregiver responsible for the care of his father. He is a professional artist, a returning college student, loving husband, and proud dog owner.
SPRING SIGNATURE MUSIC EVENTS
LISA VAN DEURZEN AND LISA OTEY
APRIL 21 @ 3 PM
International touring artists Diane Van Deurzen & Lisa Otey are a dynamic duo. They are known for creating an atmosphere of intimacy with their humor and joyful interactions with the audience.
Diane Van Deurzen and Lisa Otey have been inducted into the Arizona Blues Hall of Fame. Lisa has also been inducted into the Tucson Music Hall of Fame and appeared on the Grammy-nominated CD, “Ladies Man” with Pinetop Perkins. Recent performances include the Thredbo Blues Festival in Australia; Yoshi’s in Oakland, California; and the Lucerne Festival, Switzerland. Diane and Lisa have co-produced several CDs on their label, Owl’s Nest Productions. Mark and Arlette are high school Sweethearts who became friends quickly and soon after, fell in love. There they studied music and Arlette, a gifted soprano, competed annually at the prestigious Interlochen Music Competition in Michigan, consistently earning top scores for Solo Voice SOPRANO. She began singing at an early age and her parents encouraged her talent. She entered a number talent shows and performed at various events in Detroit by age 11. Mark’s mother, who was a classically trained soprano, was his introduction to his wife as well as to music. In his childhood home he spent many hours listening to music and developed a strong ear and a love for music.
