Our Mission

Our Mission

Heart for Hospitality

From the moment you walk through our doors, you’ll notice the difference. Whether they’ve been here for years or just joined the family, everyone shares the same mission: to create a welcoming community where residents can relax, connect, and enjoy each day.

Who We Are

Rooted in Naples, FL

Many of our team members live right here in Naples and the surrounding area, giving them a special understanding of the traditions, values, and small-town charm that make this community so unique. We celebrate local culture, support local events, and bring that hometown spirit into everything we do.

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For Every Stage of Life

Easy Steps To Get Started

Making your move to our community is simple and stress-free. In just three easy steps, you’ll be on your way to feeling right at home.

Contact Our Team

Give us a call or send a message, and we’ll answer your questions and guide you through the process.

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Visit Our Community

See our warm, welcoming spaces in person and meet the friendly faces who make it special.

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Choose Your Lifestyle

Select the option that feels right for you, and start enjoying the comfort, connection, and charm of life here.

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Our Community

Meet Our Team

Whether it’s organizing an afternoon activity, lending a hand with a project, or simply sharing a friendly smile, our team takes pride in making life here as joyful and comfortable as possible.

Originally from the state of Michigan, Leslie currently lives in Naples, Florida where she is responsible for planning, overseeing, and directing the day-to-day operations at The Vista at Hammock Cove. Her passion and dedication for serving others inspired to receive her Bachelors of Science in Social work, which brought her to a career in Senior Living.  She is also a Nationally Certified Dementia Practitioner,  Certified in MORC (Mental Health First Aid and Crisis Intervention), and is certified in Holistic Health and Nutrition. 

Leslie Castaneda

Executive Director

Originally from Wisconsin, Bill has lived in Florida for the last 20 years working as a Maintenance Director.  He has worked in Senior living for over 5 years and really enjoys listening to residents’ life stories.  He enjoys spending his work days helping residents by providing them with a safe, comfortable, and clean home environment. 

William “Bill” Secaur

Maintenance Director

Ricardo is originally from Cuba and brings a variety of education and experience to our Lifestyles program. He graduated from the University in 2003, majoring in Education, and in 2008 he obtained a Masters Degree in Science. From 2003 to 2012, he was a professor at the University and thereafter found his passion in Senior Living working in the Lifestyles department. Ricardo enjoys serving others and his cheerful personality spreads joy throughout the community.

Ricardo Valazquez

Lifestyles Director

Denise Mcgowan moved to Naples 6 years ago from Raleigh NC. With over 17 years of dedicated experience in the assisted living sector, Denise is a dynamic and compassionate sales director known for driving consistent occupancy growth and building strong community relationships.  Throughout her career, she has demonstrated an unwavering commitment to guiding families through the emotional and complex process of finding the right senior living experience.

Denise McGowan

Sales & Marketing Director