Meet Our Team

With over 30 years of experience in senior living and skilled nursing care, Caroline Childs Jellison is a dynamic leader dedicated to excellence in long-term care administration. As Chief of Operations & Licensed Nursing Home Administrator, she leads with integrity, compassion, and a relentless commitment to enhancing the lives of residents and staff alike. Caroline’s career spans owning and operating a long-term care facility in Ohio, joining the nation’s largest skilled nursing operator in Maryland, and now overseeing multi-campus senior living operations in Stark County. Her leadership is defined by a strategic vision, a focus on regulatory excellence, and a passion for fostering innovation, teamwork, and continuous improvement. A champion of quality care, Caroline is known for building high-performing teams and implementing forward-thinking initiatives that enhance resident experiences. Her dedication goes beyond operations—she is committed to creating communities where residents thrive and staff feel valued.

Our Admissions Director, Markie, has been an integral part of the Bel Air team for nearly two years. With extensive experience, compassion and dedication, she effectively manages all insurance matters, claims, and placements for our facility. Her expertise in this area is exceptional and contributes to our team’s success. Markie’s ability to troubleshoot and resolve issues is exceptional. Additionally, she creates a welcoming atmosphere for all.

Krystal Hewitt is a certified and licensed occupational therapy assistant, having graduated from Stark State College in 2014. With a passion for patient care, Krystal advanced in her career, taking on her first therapy management position in 2019. She later became the Director of Rehab for Brewster Parke and Bel-Air after five years of dedicated service. Outside of her professional life, Krystal has been married for 19 years to her husband Bryce and is a proud mother of two children, CJ,11, and Jocelyn,7. She stays actively involved in her community through her children's sports, church, and family life.

Ariel started as a cook. She went on to Stark State to get her Culinary Arts Degree and wanted to give back to a nursing home because she was so close to her grandma, who passed away. She was promoted to Dietary Manager in August 2024 and currently leads the team with her talents, creative cooking, and dependable leadership. Mandy is highly passionate about cooking. She is willing to learn anything new and genuinely cares about her job. She is very clean and keeps the kitchen organized.

Mardi is always willing to help in any kitchen area. Her cooking style is creative and unique. She has a very positive attitude and keeps the kitchen laughing. Denise has worked here for over 13 years and is the most dependable, happy, and lively kitchen worker. She takes great pride in her work and helps out of the kitchen as well. She is hard-working and very trustworthy. We are lucky to have her here at Bel Air. 

With over 30 years of experience in senior living, John S. Childs II has dedicated his career to ensuring that residents receive compassionate, high-quality care. As the Administrator of Brewster Parke Senior Living Community and Assistant Administrator of Bel Air Senior Living Community, John leads with a commitment to excellence, fostering communities where residents thrive, families feel reassured, and staff feel valued. John’s journey in senior care began with hands-on roles in maintenance, activities, and dining, giving him a unique perspective on the importance of every detail in creating a supportive environment. His leadership is rooted in operational expertise, a deep respect for the dignity of every individual, and a passion for innovation in elder care management. Beyond his professional role, John is actively involved in community engagement, serving as a member of various Chambers of Commerce and dedicating himself to mentorship, faith, and family. His unwavering dedication to long-term care continues to elevate the standard of senior living and positively impact the lives of residents, families, and staff.

We are thrilled to welcome Tonya as the newest member of our team at Bel Air. As the first point of contact for our visitors, she embodies the welcoming spirit of our community. With years of experience and deep connections within the area, Tonya brings a wealth of knowledge and a friendly demeanor that makes her a favorite among staff and guests alike. Known for her extensive network and warm smile, Tonya is enthusiastic about her diverse role and the exciting opportunities ahead at Bel Air.

I am a certified and licensed occupational therapy assistant, COTA/L, with over 10 years of experience dedicated to improving the quality of life for my patients. I earned my degree from Kent State University at East Liverpool, where I developed a strong foundation in rehabilitative care and a passion for helping others regain independence and confidence.  As the therapy manager at Bel Air Care Center, I have spent the last year working under the leadership of the Director of Rehabilitation, Krystal Hewitt.   With a strong passion for patient care and rehabilitation, I strive to foster a supportive and effective therapy environment, improving patient outcomes. I recognized early on in my career the unique benefits that a therapy dog can bring to the healing process, which is why I pursued training to having a therapy dog of my own, Bodhi, my four-year-old German Shepherd. Together, we create a warm and supportive environment that harnesses the emotional and physical benefits of animal companionship. Whether through one-on-one patient sessions or daily walk throughs of the buildings, Bodhi and I strive to bring comfort, joy, and a renewed sense of hope to everyone we encounter. My main goal is to make a positive difference by combining professional expertise and heartfelt care, and I am proud to be a part of Bel Air Care Center's therapy team.