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Our Team

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Meet Our Caring and Experienced Team

When you choose Sunflower Springs at Homosassa, you are choosing a team of professionals who are dedicated to providing compassionate care in a welcoming and comfortable environment. We are committed to fostering a sense of community and belonging among our residents and their families, and we work hard to ensure that everyone feels at home.

Contact us today to learn more about our team and how we can help you or your loved one enjoy the best possible quality of life.


Meet Our Team


Karla Niethammer Executive Director

Karla Niethammer
Executive Director

Ashleigh Blackwell Director of Sales

Ashleigh Blackwell
Director of Sales

Deanna Kinnard Culinary Director

Deanna Kinnard
Culinary Director

Jordan Evans Director of Maintenance

Jordan Evans
Director of Maintenance

Michele Edelston Business Office Manager

Michele Edelston
Business Office Manager


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An Experienced Management Team

SRI Management, LLC is a privately held company, established in 2000. Driven by a desire to make a positive impact for today’s seniors and their families, SRI provides residences and experiences that engage residents socially, mentally and spiritually.

SRI Management believes in treating others like we would want to be treated ourselves. Managing by the “Golden Rule” philosophy has helped the company expand, adding Independent Living, Assisted Living and Memory Care communities throughout the Southeast.


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A Great Place to Work!

We are proud to announce that SRI Management has been certified as a Great Place to Work®. This prestigious award is based entirely on what current employees say about their experience working at SRI Management. This year, 98% of employees said it’s a great place to work compared to 59% of employees at a typical U.S.-based company.

Great Place to Work® is the global authority on workplace culture, employee experience, and the leadership behaviors proven to deliver market-leading revenue, employee retention, and increased innovation. Earning this designation means that SRI Management is one of the best companies to work for in the country.

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