COME VISIT US!
Our staff is eagerly awaiting your arrival!
The Gardens of Westbrooke provides superior care to residents throughout the community and state. From the second you enter our facility, you are greeted with the kindness and dignity you would expect.
We strive to make our facility you or your loved one’s home away from home. Our approach includes assisted living care tailored to your individual needs.
We are consistently searching for care systems, which will provide a greater quality of life to our elderly. Please join us as we raise the standard of care with each life we touch.
COME VISIT US!
Our staff is eagerly awaiting your arrival!
The Gardens of Westbrooke provides superior care to residents throughout the community and state. From the second you enter our facility, you are greeted with the kindness and dignity you would expect.
We strive to make our facility you or your loved one’s home away from home. Our approach includes assisted living care tailored to your individual needs.
We are consistently searching for care systems, which will provide a greater quality of life to our elderly. Please join us as we raise the standard of care with each life we touch.
THE GARDENS OF WESTBROOKE STAFF
Meet Our Team
Gigy Padron
Executive DirectorExecutive Director: Gigy Padron
Linda Capasso
Director of NursingDirector of Nursing: Linda Capasso
Linda Capasso has served as the Director of Nursing at Gardens of Westbrooke for the past six years. In this role, she oversees the nursing department and is dedicated to creating a collaborative and efficient workplace with a strong focus on quality resident care. Linda is passionate about maintaining effective policies and fostering open communication among doctors, residents, and family members regarding each resident’s health and well-being. She brings 16 years of experience in geriatrics, with a background in skilled nursing, Memory Care, and Assisted Living. Linda graduated in 2006 from the Wayne Finger Lakes BOCES School of Practical Nursing in Newark, New York. Her extensive experience and commitment to compassionate care make her an invaluable part of the Gardens of Westbrooke team. Outside of work, Linda enjoys cooking, trying new recipes, and spending time with her amazing grandson and granddaughter, who have stolen her heart since day one.
Brittany Tyner
Assistant Director of NursingAssistant Director of Nursing: Brittany Tyner
Brittany Tyner is the Assistant Director of Nursing at The Gardens of Westbrooke. She has been in the senior healthcare industry for five years and is passionate about providing compassionate, resident-centered care. Brittany joined The Gardens of Westbrooke in 2024 as a Medication Technician. Through her dedication, strong work ethic, and commitment to being a supportive team member, she quickly earned a promotion to Assistant Director of Nursing. She is always eager to learn, grow professionally, and expand her knowledge to better serve residents and their families. Brittany is committed to ensuring every resident receives exceptional care while providing comfort, guidance, and support to their loved ones. She believes that kindness, teamwork, and compassion are the foundation of quality care and strives to make a positive difference in the lives of those she serves each day. When she’s not at The Gardens of Westbrooke, Brittany enjoys spending quality time with her family and making lasting memories with the people she loves.
Kylon MacBride
Dietary DirectorDietary Director: Kylon MacBride
Kylon joined The Gardens of Westbrooke in 2024 and quickly became an important part of our community. Today, he serves as our Dietary Director, where he brings creativity, warmth, and a true passion for serving others to every meal and every interaction. The Gardens of Westbrooke holds a special place in Kylon’s heart because of the meaningful relationships he has built with our residents. Our Assisted Living and Memory Care communities allow him to connect with residents on a personal level, and our Memory Care residents hold an especially special place in his heart because his grandparents also lived with dementia. Kylon goes above and beyond his role in dining, always willing to lend a hand in other departments so he can get to know our residents and support them in every way possible. Whether he is preparing a delicious meal, creating a special sweet treat, or simply spending time with a resident, Kylon brings kindness, compassion, and genuine care to everything he does. Outside of work, Kylon enjoys helping others and sharing his love of cooking by creating delicious meals and sweet treats for family and friends. His passion for food, service, and making a difference in the lives of others is at the heart of who he is.
Andrea Smith
Community Relations DirectorCommunity Relations Director: Andrea Smith
Andrea Smith serves as the Community Relations Director at The Gardens of Westbrooke, bringing more than 10 years of experience in customer service and management. Andrea joined our team in 2024 as the Activity Director, where her passion for creating meaningful experiences and building strong relationships quickly made a positive impact on our residents, families, and community. Through her dedication and commitment, Andrea was promoted to Community Relations Director, where she continues to use her passion for people to serve and support others. Her passion for building meaningful relationships and providing exceptional service allows her to guide families with compassion and professionalism throughout their senior living journey. Andrea has been happily married for nine years and is the proud mother of three daughters and one son. She feels truly blessed and grateful for the opportunity to support current residents and their families while helping future residents find a welcoming place to call home. Andrea is committed to ensuring every individual who becomes part of The Gardens of Westbrooke community is treated with dignity, respect, compassion, and exceptional care.
Sally Simmonds
Activity DirectorActivity Director: Sally Simmonds
Sally has been a valued member of The Gardens of Westbrooke family since 2022. She began her journey with us as a Med Tech and later became our Weekend Supervisor, a role she proudly held for several years. In May 2026, Sally was promoted to our Activity Director, bringing her creativity, energy, and passion for creating meaningful experiences for our residents. She has so many wonderful ideas and is excited to continue providing engaging, fun, and memorable activities that bring joy to our community! Sally believes that building connections and creating special moments can make a meaningful difference in the lives of our residents. Her caring personality and dedication shine through in everything she does. Outside of work, Sally enjoys spending time with her children, cooking out, and swimming. Family is at the heart of who she is, and she brings that same warmth and caring spirit to the residents and families she serves.
GARDENS OF WESTBROOKE STAFF
Meet Our Team
Gigy Padron
Executive DirectorExecutive Director: Gigy Padron
Gigy Padron is the Executive Director of The Gardens of Westbrooke. Her passion for senior care began at just 16 years old when she started volunteering at a local nursing home. At 18, she launched her career as a receptionist in a skilled nursing facility and quickly discovered her calling in serving older adults. Inspired by her passion for long-term care, Gigy earned her bachelor’s degree in healthcare administration from the University of Central Florida (UCF). #GoKnights. Over the past 12 years, she has gained extensive experience working in a variety of departments throughout senior living, giving her a well-rounded understanding of resident care, operations, and leadership. Since joining The Gardens of Westbrooke in April 2023, Gigy has been dedicated to creating a warm, welcoming community where residents feel at home and families have peace of mind. She believes in leading with compassion, building strong relationships, and ensuring every resident receives exceptional care and respect. Outside of work, Gigy enjoys spending time on the boat with her significant other and their two beloved dogs, Ziggy and Zoey
Linda Capasso
Director of NursingDirector of Nursing: Linda Capasso
Linda Capasso has served as the Director of Nursing at Gardens of Westbrooke for the past six years. In this role, she oversees the nursing department and is dedicated to creating a collaborative and efficient workplace with a strong focus on quality resident care. Linda is passionate about maintaining effective policies and fostering open communication among doctors, residents, and family members regarding each resident’s health and well-being. She brings 16 years of experience in geriatrics, with a background in skilled nursing, Memory Care, and Assisted Living. Linda graduated in 2006 from the Wayne Finger Lakes BOCES School of Practical Nursing in Newark, New York. Her extensive experience and commitment to compassionate care make her an invaluable part of the Gardens of Westbrooke team. Outside of work, Linda enjoys cooking, trying new recipes, and spending time with her amazing grandson and granddaughter, who have stolen her heart since day one.
Brittany Tyner
Assistant Director of NursingAssistant Director of Nursing: Linda Capasso
Brittany Tyner is the Assistant Director of Nursing at The Gardens of Westbrooke. She has been in the senior healthcare industry for five years and is passionate about providing compassionate, resident-centered care. Brittany joined The Gardens of Westbrooke in 2024 as a Medication Technician. Through her dedication, strong work ethic, and commitment to being a supportive team member, she quickly earned a promotion to Assistant Director of Nursing. She is always eager to learn, grow professionally, and expand her knowledge to better serve residents and their families. Brittany is committed to ensuring every resident receives exceptional care while providing comfort, guidance, and support to their loved ones. She believes that kindness, teamwork, and compassion are the foundation of quality care and strives to make a positive difference in the lives of those she serves each day. When she’s not at The Gardens of Westbrooke, Brittany enjoys spending quality time with her family and making lasting memories with the people she loves.
Kylon MacBride
Dietary DirectorDietary Director: Kylon MacBride
Kylon joined The Gardens of Westbrooke in 2024 and quickly became an important part of our community. Today, he serves as our Dietary Director, where he brings creativity, warmth, and a true passion for serving others to every meal and every interaction. The Gardens of Westbrooke holds a special place in Kylon’s heart because of the meaningful relationships he has built with our residents. Our Assisted Living and Memory Care communities allow him to connect with residents on a personal level, and our Memory Care residents hold an especially special place in his heart because his grandparents also lived with dementia. Kylon goes above and beyond his role in dining, always willing to lend a hand in other departments so he can get to know our residents and support them in every way possible. Whether he is preparing a delicious meal, creating a special sweet treat, or simply spending time with a resident, Kylon brings kindness, compassion, and genuine care to everything he does. Outside of work, Kylon enjoys helping others and sharing his love of cooking by creating delicious meals and sweet treats for family and friends. His passion for food, service, and making a difference in the lives of others is at the heart of who he is.
Andrea Smith
Community Relations DirectorCommunity Relations Director: Andrea Smith
Andrea Smith serves as the Community Relations Director at The Gardens of Westbrooke, bringing more than 10 years of experience in customer service and management. Andrea joined our team in 2024 as the Activity Director, where her passion for creating meaningful experiences and building strong relationships quickly made a positive impact on our residents, families, and community. Through her dedication and commitment, Andrea was promoted to Community Relations Director, where she continues to use her passion for people to serve and support others. Her passion for building meaningful relationships and providing exceptional service allows her to guide families with compassion and professionalism throughout their senior living journey. Andrea has been happily married for nine years and is the proud mother of three daughters and one son. She feels truly blessed and grateful for the opportunity to support current residents and their families while helping future residents find a welcoming place to call home. Andrea is committed to ensuring every individual who becomes part of The Gardens of Westbrooke community is treated with dignity, respect, compassion, and exceptional care.
Sally Simmonds
Activity DirectorActivity Director: Sally Simmonds
Sally has been a valued member of The Gardens of Westbrooke family since 2022. She began her journey with us as a Med Tech and later became our Weekend Supervisor, a role she proudly held for several years. In May 2026, Sally was promoted to our Activity Director, bringing her creativity, energy, and passion for creating meaningful experiences for our residents. She has so many wonderful ideas and is excited to continue providing engaging, fun, and memorable activities that bring joy to our community! Sally believes that building connections and creating special moments can make a meaningful difference in the lives of our residents. Her caring personality and dedication shine through in everything she does. Outside of work, Sally enjoys spending time with her children, cooking out, and swimming. Family is at the heart of who she is, and she brings that same warmth and caring spirit to the residents and families she serves.
