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Our Purpose - The LTC Podcast

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Our Purpose! The LTC Podcast explores the evolving world of long-term healthcare. Each episode brings together voices from across the industry—leaders, practitioners, innovators, and advocates—to share insights, experiences, and solutions that shape the future of care. Our mission is simple: to collaborate, learn, and inspire positive change. By highlighting stories, strategies, and innovations, we aim to uplift and encourage improved patient outcomes and a stronger healthcare community. Whether

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37:41

EP 23 - From Startup to 12 States: The Principle...

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2026/04/08

What does it take to build a healthcare company from the ground up and grow it across 12 states?In this episode of Our Purpose Podcast, Kip Kruger sits down with James Dieter, CEO of Principle Health Systems, and Chris Light, COO, to unpack the origin story behind Principle Health Systems and how the company grew from an independent lab startup into one of the largest mobile lab and imaging providers serving long-term care.They talk about the early days of the business, the unexpected shift

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59:25

Lisa Ridley on LTC Leadership, Culture & Beating Burnout

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2026/03/25

What does it take to lead well in long-term care without burning out?In this episode of Our Purpose – The LTC Podcast, hosts James Dieter, Kip Kruger and Chris Light sit down with Lisa Ridley to talk about LTC leadership, building culture, mentoring the next generation, setting attainable goals, and preventing burnout in skilled nursing and long-term care.Lisa shares wisdom from more than 30 years in nursing and leadership, including what great administrators do differently, why culture

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62:22

How AI Is Transforming Skilled Nursing Admissions &...

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2026/03/11

How is AI changing skilled nursing and long-term care?In this episode of Our Purpose Podcast, Kip Krueger, James Dieter, and Chris Light sit down with Brent Jackson, CEO of Simply Screen, to talk about how AI is transforming skilled nursing admissions, MDS workflows, PDPM accuracy, ADR preparation, and operational efficiency across long-term care.Brent shares the origin story behind Simply Screen, how a COVID-era screening tool evolved into Simply 360, and how the platform now helps

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51:52

Medicare, Medicaid & LTC: What Nursing Homes Need...

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2026/03/04

In this episode of Our Purpose Podcast, Hosts James Dieter, Kip Kruger and Chris Light sit down with Monty Montanez — combat veteran, entrepreneur, and candidate for Texas’ 32nd Congressional District — to talk about what nursing homes and long-term care leaders need most from Washington.We dig into the real-world pressure points administrators and clinical leaders face every day: Medicare/Medicaid reimbursement constraints, staffing shortages, rural access challenges, and the high cost of

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EP 19 - How a 1-Star Facility Won Contracts, Census &...

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2026/02/18

What does it really take to turn around a struggling skilled nursing facility? In this virtual episode of Our Purpose Podcast, Hosts James Dieter, Kip Kruger and Chris Light sit down with Sheila Foster, Administrator at Richardson Nursing & Rehab (Richardson, TX), to unpack the real-world playbook behind winning managed care contracts, building census, and creating a culture that keeps staff—even in a 1-star building.Sheila shares the leadership mindset that separates “desk

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EP 18 - 37 Years of Purpose: Redefining Activities in...

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2026/02/11

In this special National Activity Director Week episode of Our Purpose Podcast, Hosts James Dieter and Kip Kruger feature Jackie Johnson, a 37-year Activity Director at Springtown Park.Jackie shares how long-term care activities have transformed across generations — from big band and World War II veterans to baby boomers with iPads and livestreamed church services.She discusses:The evolving role of technology in senior engagementHow to respond when activities failSurvey preparation tips for

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Administrator of the Year: Crystal’s Playbook for...

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2026/02/04

Crystal Quintero (2025 HMG Administrator of the Year) joins Our Purpose Hosts, James Dieter, Kip Kruger and Christ Light to break down what actually builds a strong skilled nursing culture—beyond the buzzwords.From her start as a CNA to leading a 5-star facility, Crystal shares the real-world leadership moves that drive retention, reduce burnout, and keep operations survey-ready—without losing the heart of the mission: taking care of people.In this episode, you’ll learn: • How Crystal sets

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EP 16 - GLP-1s in Skilled Nursing: Weight Loss Wins,...

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2026/01/28

GLP-1 medications are transforming healthcare—but what happens when they enter skilled nursing and post-acute care?In this episode of Our Purpose – The LTC Podcast Host James Dieter, Kip Kruger and Chris Light sit down with Dr. Norberto Vargas, a board-certified physician in physical medicine & rehab, pain management, addiction medicine, and obesity medicine, to unpack the real-world impact of GLP-1s in long-term care settings.We discuss: • Why GLP-1–driven weight loss can become

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71:29

A “Yes” Company in LTC: Aligning Sales + Nursing to...

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2026/01/21

Skilled nursing has a story problem—and Cantex is working to change it.In this episode of Our Purpose – The LTC Podcast, Kip Kruger, James Dieter, and Chris Light sit down with Armando Guzman (Chief Strategy Officer, Cantex) to break down the strategy and culture behind Cantex’s momentum—including 15 facilities reaching 100% occupancy in 2025.Armando shares his path from managed care into LTC, why the industry needs new voices, and how strong accountability cultures attract elite talent

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51:04

The LTC Leadership Playbook: Staffing, PDPM, AI &...

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2026/01/14

Hosts James Dieter, Kip Kruger and Chris Light joined by Chuck Moody, Senior VP of Clinical Services at Creative Solutions, for a leadership-forward conversation on what’s reshaping skilled nursing. We cover staffing through a “help-first” culture, PDPM documentation and cross-team alignment, the impact of I-SNPs on rehospitalizations, survey pressure, and how AI could eliminate duplication and return time back to the bedside. Chuck also shares what makes a good nurse, why LTC can be

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75:04

Run to the Fire: Gary Blake on Leadership, LTC, and...

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2026/01/07

In this episode of Our Purpose – The LTC Podcast, Hosts James Dieter and Kip Kruger are joined by Gary Blake, CEO of Creative Solutions in Healthcare, for a candid conversation on what it takes to lead in long-term care with conviction, clarity, and accountability.Gary explains why great leaders “run to the fire,” how he builds culture across 186+ facilities, and why he believes excellence isn’t complicated: clean buildings, great food, strong clinical systems, and leaders who show up—on

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EP 12 - Responsible AI in LTC: Better Data, Better...

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2025/12/31

Manual workflows in long-term care are a dinosaur—and Kelly Roberts, Senior VP at CoreCare, explains why AI is the tool that can finally unburden teams without replacing the human side of care. Kelly shares her 30-year LTC journey, breaks down what MDS is and why it matters, and paints a picture of an “MDS assistant” powered by responsible AI: faster chart review, better accuracy, real-time insight, and more time for staff education and resident-centered care. We also unpack PDPM

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EP 11 - How Pain Management Transforms Outcomes in...

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2025/12/17

Pain management isn’t just about comfort — it’s about outcomes.In this episode of Our Purpose Podcast, we’re joined by Daniel Hatmaker, NP, a pain management specialist working directly inside skilled nursing and long-term care facilities. Daniel explains how properly addressing pain impacts rehab participation, wound care tolerance, sleep quality, mental health, staffing workflows, and hospital readmissions.We explore the realities of managing pain in SNFs, including the risks of

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51:11

EP 10 - From Tragedy to Purpose: Matt Linker’s...

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2025/12/10

Welcome to Our Purpose – The LTC Podcast, where we bring forward the stories, challenges, breakthroughs, and heart behind long-term care.In this episode, we sit down with Matt Linker, President & CEO of SonderBloom, to uncover the deeply personal story that led to the creation of a rapidly growing company redefining housekeeping and dining services in long-term care settings.Matt opens up about:💔 A traumatic accident involving his daughter💔 The unexpected loss of his best friend➡ And

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64:29

From Burnout to Purpose: Rethinking Leadership in...

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2025/12/03

On this episode of Our Purpose – The LTC Podcast, co-hosts Kip Kruger and James Dieter welcome Christian Reinarz, Senior VP of Operations at HMG Healthcare, for an in-depth conversation on leadership, culture, and the future of long-term care.Christian unpacks what it’s like to take over a facility after a beloved administrator, how that experience reshaped his view of leadership, and why being present, visible, and genuinely engaged with staff and residents changes everything.Together,

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50:22

EP 8 - Dying With Dignity: Inside Valor Hospice with...

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2025/11/19

In this episode of Our Purpose – The LTC Podcast, host Kip Kruger, along with co-host and Principal Health Systems CEO James Dieter, sits down with Garrett King, owner and CEO of Valor Hospice, to explore what it truly means to help people die with dignity.Garrett shares his journey from growing up in a hospice family, to working in large corporate hospice systems, to launching a family-owned hospice built around compassion, flexibility, and values-driven leadership. He explains why Valor

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39:14

Building Trust, Growing Leaders, Changing LTC for the...

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2025/11/12

In this episode of Our Purpose – The LTC Podcast, hosts Kip Kruger, James Dieter, and Chris Light sit down with administrator Eric Wood to uncover what it really takes to lead in long-term care.From small-town roots to building five-star facilities, Eric shares his journey of caring for his own community, navigating turnover, and finding purpose in a role that demands both heart and resilience. You’ll hear powerful insights on leadership, empowering staff, and why hiring the right people

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46:39

The “Red Dragon” DON: Building a CNA-First Culture...

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2025/11/05

DON of the Year Kierstan Diefenderfer shares the playbook behind a CNA-first culture: training pipelines with local schools, de-escalation that prevents crises, daily systems that keep providers in sync, and aging-in-place strategies that reduce avoidable hospitalizations. We dig into morale builders (yes—dance parties), “fair and firm” leadership, and the faith that fuels resilience in long-term care.TakeawaysBuild a talent pipeline and smarter scheduling with high-school CNAsSoft skills =

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39:45

Leading with Heart: Marjorie Dorrow on Purpose &...

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2025/10/29

In this episode of Our Purpose – The LTC Podcast, hosts Kip Kruger, James Dieter, and Chris Light sit down with Marjorie Dorrow, President and COO of Cascade Health Services, to explore what it truly means to lead with heart in the long-term care industry.From her beginnings in social work to running award-winning facilities, Marjorie shares how a simple philosophy — “Always Be Kind” (ABK) — transformed her team culture, improved retention, and strengthened resident care.She opens up

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EP 4 - Family-Owned, Purpose-Driven: Momentum’s...

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2025/10/23

Family-owned. Purpose-driven. Momentum Skilled Services VP of Finance Forrest Threadgill breaks down how a mission-first approach can still win on operations and the bottom line. From acquisition strategy to why building layout can save millions in staffing, we dig into the real levers of successful SNFs.In this episode:Growing from 1 to 10 communities without “growth for growth’s sake”How facility design (K-plan vs. circular/two-story) drives staffing levels & costMedicare Advantage

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