Silverado North Shore is a specialized memory care community located on the north end of Milwaukee County, focused on enriching the lives of people living with memory impairment. With more than twenty years of leadership in memory care, this community is designed to meet the specific needs of individuals with dementia. Silverado North Shore features three distinct care neighborhoods, each tailored to provide appropriate levels of support for residents experiencing different stages of memory loss. The environment is intentionally created with amenities and features focused on providing comfort, security, and opportunities for engagement that truly enhance daily living.
Professionalism and compassion are the hallmarks of the care team at Silverado North Shore. The staff includes a physician medical director, masters-level social worker, and licensed nurses who are available around the clock to residents. All team members undergo a robust certification program that includes forty hours of classroom and hands-on training, equipping them with both knowledge and empathy to deliver outstanding care. The guiding philosophy at Silverado North Shore emphasizes treating every resident with dignity, respect, and encouragement, and empowering families to regain their roles as loved ones rather than full-time caregivers.
Residents at Silverado North Shore have access to Nexus at Silverado, an internationally recognized, evidence-based brain health program. Nexus is a non-drug approach that aims to improve cognition and function, particularly designed for those in the earlier stages of dementia. The community’s approach to memory care extends beyond clinical excellence to include a rich array of amenities, activities, and ways to remain engaged, all supported by experienced and caring professionals.
Leadership at Silverado North Shore is provided by Administrator Ryan Nettesheim, whose background includes dedicated service to seniors across various levels of care. The Director of Health Services, Dawn Nimtz, brings more than thirty years of nursing and managerial experience to the team, while Nicole Barbian, MSW, serves as Director of Resident & Family Services, offering valuable expertise in social work and gerontology. Resident life is further enriched through programs led by Director of Resident Engagement Louisa Furno, whose focus is on creating opportunities for laughter, joy, and engagement grounded in the community’s five pillars of engagement.
The support team also features individuals such as Family Ambassador Heather Muñoz and Community Ambassador Katie Valimont, who are dedicated to building lasting relationships with residents, families, and the wider community. Anthony Pipitone leads as Director of Plant Operations, ensuring the facility remains a warm and welcoming space, and Dailend Parker serves as Clinical Staff Manager, overseeing clinical operations and supporting the team in delivering quality care. The administrative foundation of Silverado North Shore is further strengthened by Office Services Manager Aleeya McFadden, whose expertise in client relations and project management fosters meaningful connections within the community.
Silverado North Shore is more than just a place to live–it is a vibrant, welcoming environment where purpose, individuality, and quality of life are nurtured each day. Residents and their families find comfort knowing that they are supported by a passionate, expertly trained team devoted to memory care excellence. At Silverado North Shore, every day is seen as a new day, full of possibilities for engagement, comfort, and meaningful connections.
