Meet the Bridges® Pembroke Team
As the Executive Director of Bridges® Pembroke, Alexandra Newcomb is responsible for the daily operations of the community. She leads and supports the team in delivering the Bridges® approach to memory care.
To her role as Senior Advisor, Bonnie brings twenty-one years of senior care experience, an exceptional reputation, and a wealth of knowledge and support to Pembroke-area families caring for someone with memory loss.
“I’m excited to introduce the uplifting culture and Bridges philosophy of highly specialized, quality dementia care and joyful living to local seniors living with memory loss,” says Bonnie. “I also enjoy connecting families to the education and support they need to make the best decisions – and better lives – for their loved ones.”
Bonnie received her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Fitchburg State University and worked in hospice, home healthcare and pharmaceutical sales before finding her passion in senior living and helping to make the journey with dementia easier for seniors and their families.
Kayla joined Bridges® by EPOCH at Pembroke in October 2017 as a Wellness Nurse. She was promoted to Wellness Supervisor in 2018 and became Wellness Director in 2020, reflecting her continued growth as a clinical leader within the community.
Kayla is passionate about building strong relationships with residents and love ones and creating a culture rooted in trust and teamwork. She also takes pride in mentoring team members and helping them grow through education, coaching and professional development.
A Licensed Practical Nurse and Certified Dementia Practitioner, Kayla has a background in assisted living, behavioral health, and rehabilitation. Her dementia care training further supports her commitment to person-centered approaches that promote dignity and quality of life for individuals living with memory loss.
As Community Liaison, Grace helps connect local families, senior services professionals and healthcare providers with Bridges® by EPOCH’s education programs, support and other resources needed to best care for those with dementia.
She provides support to our Hingham, Mashpee, Pembroke and Westwood communities. Grace is a Certified Dementia Practitioner®, Brass Ring Dementia Practitioner certified by the National Institute for Dementia Education, and a well-known advocate for area seniors living with dementia, having worked closely with South Shore healthcare providers, senior centers and other senior services organizations for over 15 years. She is also an active volunteer in local dementia research, education and care organizations, including the South Shore Alzheimer’s Partnership; Walk to End Alzheimer’s®; Honoring Choices Massachusetts; Dementia Friends Massachusetts; and Second Wind Dreams® Virtual Dementia Tour®.
Alicia provides memory care education, training and guidance for Bridges® by EPOCH team members, families, fellow professionals and the greater community.
Alicia is a Memory Impairment Specialist certified by the National Institute on Aging and serves as an expert educator and trainer across Bridges® by EPOCH communities. She has more than 25 years of experience in the senior living industry, including her role as Executive Director of the flagship Bridges® by EPOCH community in Hingham, for which she was named Mass-ALFA Executive Director of the Year.
With her extensive experience and deep understanding of various forms of dementia, Alicia supports Bridges® teams in maintaining the unique culture and personalized approach to care across all Bridges® communities, helping make a difference in the quality of life for those living with memory challenges.
Michael is responsible for managing and coordinating the clinical outcomes, policies and procedures for all EPOCH Senior Living communities.
Michael is a veteran in the field of senior living, having worked in various leadership roles for the last 15 years.
Prior to joining the EPOCH Senior Living team, Michael served in several senior living management roles where he was responsible for multistate regulatory compliance, quality management techniques, and resident safety for senior living communities in New England, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania.