Staff and resident at The Vistas Assisted Living and Memory Care.

The Vistas Assisted Living and Memory Care
Our Caring Team

Nate Echols, staff member at The Vistas Assisted Living and Memory Care in Redding, California

Nate Echols – Administrator

As an Administrator of the Vistas Assisted Living and Memory Care Community, I get the opportunity to oversee the day-to-day operations of the Vistas. I am responsible for ensuring we are in compliance with all state and federal licensing regulations, and ensuring our focus is always centered on our residents' care. I believe the most important aspect of my job as an administrator is creating a culture of respect and support for our staff, which creates a homelike environment for both our staff and residents.

I am originally from a small town in South Texas on the Texas Mexico border where my family has farmed and ranched for 6 generations. I moved to Redding with my wife after graduating from Texas A&M with a Bachelor of Science over 20 years ago. Over the course of the past 20 years, I have worked as an Administrator in Healthcare in many different locations throughout Northern California, as an assisted living administrator, and as a skilled nursing administrator. In addition to work experience I have also completed a Bachelors in Health Administration from Simpson University, and a Master’s Degree from the University of Southern California.

When I am not working as an Administrator, I enjoy raising my two sons on our ranch in Anderson. My family and I enjoy playing sports, riding horses, hunting, and taking advantage of living in an area with so many outdoor activities. In addition to outdoor activities, I enjoy restoring vintage trucks, and hotrods.

Deb – Health Services Director

Deb is responsible for the day-to-day operations of our care staff encompassing the Assisted Living and Memory Care staff. The scope of her job encompasses ensuring all care needs from assistance with daily activities to medication management are fulfilled by her staff.

Deb was born and raised in Shasta County and now currently resides in Tehama County. She is a Licensed Vocation Nurse with experience in psychiatric medicine. She has been married for 36 years, and has 2 adult children and has adopted 4 kids and 2 foster kids. In her personal time Deb enjoys wood working which includes, creating wood art, and taking her kids to visit Turtle Bay to enjoy the Sundial Bridge.

Deb, staff member at The Vistas Assisted Living and Memory Care in Redding, California
Sherry Mundt, staff member at The Vistas Assisted Living and Memory Care in Redding, California

Sherry Mundt – Director of Sales & Marketing

As the Director of Sales & Marketing for the Vistas Assisted Living and Memory Care Community, Sherry enjoys helping residents and family members in the move in process and beyond. Her compassion and love for the elderly and the Redding Community is felt by each life she encounters. Sherry’s heart was captured by the senior community in 2004 as she started her career in Portland Oregon working at an Assisted Living Community. Since then, this interest has continued to grow and develop with each family she meets. Sherry is happily married to her husband Dave for 26 years and going strong. Sherry enjoys outdoor activities and can be seen on weekends kayaking on a local lake or hiking. She is involved in her church and community, and spoils her two dogs, Bow and Arrow.

Heather Millar – Business Office Manager

Heather Millar is our business office manager. She is responsible for accounts receivable; accounts payable; processing payroll; new-hire paperwork; and other business-office functions. She fills in as front receptionist occasionally. She is not above helping residents when they stop by her office. As the business office manager, Heather is the glue that keeps the culture of staff at the Vistas going. She is an advocate for both staff and residents. She is well-qualified to work at the Vistas.

Heather is a native Californian, born in Santa Clara where she grew up. She attended college, but she attributes her qualifications mostly to life experience. She lives in Redding with Cooper, her black Labrador retriever. She describes him as her best friend and companion. She’s got pictures. Heather enjoys relaxing with her son Drew, his friends, and other members of her family; and she likes to spend time gardening.

Heather Millar, staff member at The Vistas Assisted Living and Memory Care in Redding, California
Sherry Mundt, staff member at The Vistas Assisted Living and Memory Care in Redding, California

Cinamon Lunsford – Activities Coordinator

As the Life Enrichment Coordinator, Cinamon is responsible for creating programs that promote Joy, Independence, and Wellness among the residents and staff at the Vistas. Cinamon's responsibilities also include coordinating the Vistas volunteer program and transportation services.

Cinamon joined the Vistas as a family member in early 2008, when her grandmother moved to the Vistas. At that time, she was working as a beautician in a local salon. The Vistas needed an evening receptionist and she agreed to work a few hours in the evenings. When she noticed the elders in need of something to do, Cinamon began coordinating evening activities. When the opportunity arose, Cinamon joined our team full time as the Life Enrichment Coordinator.

Cinamon was born and raised in Red Bluff, California, and moved to Redding in 1989. She married her high school sweetheart, Adam Lunsford. Together they have three children that keep Cinamon very busy while getting to and from their sports and other activities. Cinamon loves to travel, loves Disneyland, and loves history.

Chef Victor – Dining Services Director

Chef Victor is the Dining Services Director for the Vistas Assisted Living and Memory Care Community. He is charged with the creation of delicious, well-balanced menus for residents and guests. Managing a well-functioning kitchen and dining room is among his numerous responsibilities; and so are the training and the supporting of new cooks and dining staff.

Victor Arredondo was born in Mexicali, Mexico, where he graduated from High school. In 2004, shortly after his graduation, he moved to Shasta County, California. His cooking career began in El Tamborazo Restaurant in Chico, California, and then to Chipotle in Redding, California. In 2010 Victor began working and training at the Vistas under well-known Chef Hurly Baird. He assumed the duties of Dining Services Director in October 2014.

Victor is well liked and respected by his staff for his willingness to always step in as a mentor and to always leading by example for his staff. His cooking is second to none, and he remains engaged with his residents to ensure he meets all of his resident’s expectations for dining.

Chef Victor, staff member at The Vistas Assisted Living and Memory Care in Redding, California
Christine McPherson, Resident Care Coordinator at The Vistas Assisted Living and Memory Care in Redding, California

Christine McPherson – Resident Care Coordinator

Christine was born in Lancaster, CA. At the age of 3 she moved to Shasta County and has lived here ever since. Christine has 4 children, 3 step children and several grandchildren.

As the Resident Coordinator, Christine works with the residents, families, and staff to ensure the care plans are up to date and reflecting the best possible care for each individual resident according to their needs. Christine is also responsible for scheduling and making sure things run smooth with staffing as well as making sure staff knows how appreciated they are for the love and care they put into our residents. Christine has been a part of the Vistas family since 2018. She started out as a Resident Assistant, then worked as a Med Tech until recently when she was promoted to the Resident Care Coordinator position.

Christine enjoys spending time with her family, bicycle riding, hiking and anything outdoors. She is a strong believer in God and feels He has blessed her with this position at the Vistas. All her faith and trust are in God to sustain her and help her to be the best version of herself possible

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