Mercedes Riveros

My Why: Mercedes Riveros

Mercedes Riveros Massage Therapist Mercedes Riveros was born and raised in Peru, moved to Connecticut in 2001 and them to Texas in December 2021. She began her career as a Massage Therapist in 2016 when she graduated from the Connecticut Center for Massage Therapy. She currently resides in Bandera with her husband Robert. She enjoys…

Mark Kozak

My Why: Mark Kozak

Mark Kozak Maintenance Meet Mark Kozak. Though he calls Texas home now, his roots are deeply planted in the rugged terrains of Alaska. Born and raised in a true Bush lifestyle. His professional journey is as diverse as they come, stretching from roles in the U.S. Army to expertise in CNC machining. Wherever he finds…

Kayla Davis

My Why: Kayla Davis

Kayla Davis CR My name is Kayla Davis i was raised in Bandera Tx born in Victoria Tx. I’ve been in recovery for about three years now i also have experience with PTSD throughout my family. I’m 23 years old an a mama of 3 beautiful babies My Why  My reason is because I love…

Susan Crusan

My Why: Susan Crusan

Susan Crusan RN Sarah was born and raised in rural Pennsylvania. She completed her AD in Nursing at Mount Aloysius College but not before her now husband proposed then promptly surprising her by joining the AirForce. He knew she would have opposed the idea, even though it was likely the best thing that happened to…

Gina Syslo

My Why: Gina Syslo

Gina Syslo Med Tech I was born and raised in Santa Barbara, CA, I have a daughter and a granddaughter they both live in Los Angeles, CA. I got interested in the medical field many years ago and started out with Sansum Medical Clinic as a Lab Clerk Typist data entry for 1 year, then…

Gary Weger

My Why: Gary Weger

Gary Weger CR Gary is a NATIVE TEXAN !!! Gary likes History; from The American Revolutionary War through our Civil War (War of The States) and up to present day. Gary enjoys Nature, Hiking, Art and Animals and not necessarily in that order. 😉 Gary is an Army Veteran and earned the rank of E5…

Russell Anthony

My Why: Russell Anthony

Russell Anthony Safety Officer Russell was born in San Antonio, TX. He grew up in Lakehills, where he spent his childhood years swimming in Medina Lake and running through the woods by his home. Russell graduated from Bandera High School in 2006. He has worked in various positions over the years, performing such tasks as…

Jessica Powell

My Why: Jessica Powell

Jessica Powell RN Nurse Jessica was born and raised in New Hampshire but has lived in Virginia for over 30 years. She is married to her husband Robert and has 2 sons, Jacob 23 and Robert 18. Jessica graduated from nursing school in 2005 and later obtained her BSN from WGU. She has had many…

Lorrie Wajciechowski

My Why: Lorrie Wajciechowski

Lorrie Wajciechowski CSAC Clinician My name is Rev. Lorrie Wajciechowski and I was born and raised in Henrico County, Virginia. I am married and have three adult children, and ten grandchildren. I graduated from Liberty University with a Bachelor of Science in Religion, and from Liberty University Baptist Seminary with a Master of Divinity. I…

Jackie Jerndal

My Why: Jackie Jerndal

Jackie Jerndal Yoga instructor Born and raised in South Africa Jackie found her love for helping and sharing at a young age and realized very early on that we are on this earth to help each other. Coming to the United States in the late 80’s is where she began her teaching career. Jackie has…