Our Mission
The Glen is a not-for-profit Life Plan Community (LPC) located in Shreveport. Our mission is to enrich the lives of older people through housing, healthcare, and services. This mission is accomplished by dedicated community volunteers and compassionate professionals with commitment, vision, and leadership.
Our Campus
There’s a peaceful, pastoral beauty here, a little oasis in the midst of the city.
With 53 acres, you’ll find the stream that wends its way through the campus a refreshing part of the natural beauty here. And yet, you’re close to the cultural amenities of the northwest Louisiana area.
Enjoy the serenity and privacy of The Glen’s campus, but feel connected as a vital member of the local community.
Community Outreach Programs
The Caregivers Memory-Loss Support Group
The group gathers on the first Thursday of each month to share stories, provide comfort, and benefit from education to further their knowledge and their ability to care for their loved ones. Caring for those with Alzheimer’s and other dementia-related illnesses is difficult, and this compassionate gathering provides relief in the form of fellowship and education.
For more information or to be added to the mailing list, contact Sarah Crawford at 318-798-3500 or email [email protected].
Our History
The Glen has a rich history in the local community. In 1890, Miss Mary Files dreamed of providing a permanent home for the homeless, elderly women of Shreveport. She passed away before she reached her goal, but she left a donation behind to help it become a reality.
In 1898, her two sisters, Miss Dick Files and Mrs. Rhoda Files Hunter, realized Mary’s dream. Together, they formed the “Home for the Homeless,” with a Board of Directors that continues to serve as a governing body.
The Glen has preserved the mission and vision of its predecessors while expanding support services and community outreach programs.
“The History of The Glen, 1898-1998” written by Dr. Ann Mathison McLaurin, is an in-depth look at the first 100 years of The Glen. It is available for purchase in The Village General Store, accessible via our main entrance at 403 East Flournoy Lucas Road, Shreveport, LA 71115.
“The History of The Glen, 1898-1998”
written by Dr. Ann Mathison McLaurin, is an in-depth look at the first 100 years of The Glen. It is available for purchase in The Village General Store and Gift Shop, accessible via our main entrance at 403 East Flournoy Lucas Road, Shreveport, LA 71115.
Leadership
Our Leadership Team and Board of Directors work diligently to manage the daily operations of The Glen. The team sets goals and plans to ensure that The Glen remains a leader in the senior living industry, plays a vital part in the local community, and honors its rich history.
Leadership Team
DEBRA WILLIAMS
President & Chief Executive Officer
DEE BURNS
Controller
TAMMY WEAVER
Director of Sales/Marketing
MICHELLE GREER
Director of Clinical Operations/Administrator of Village Health Care
CYNTHIA REESE
Director of Stiles Assisted and Independent Living & The Cottages
JESSI DODSON
Manager of Redbrook Independent Living
SARA WELLS
Director of Human Resources
TONY BLESSING
Director of Facility Operations
DAVID MCCLAIN
Director of Culinary Services
OMAR SARAVIA
Information Technology Director
Board of Directors
2024-2025 OFFICERS
BARBARA CURREY TERRY
Chair of The Board
MARTI WESTMORELAND
First Vice Chair
JEANNE FULLER
Second Vice Chair
CHERYL MCGOWEN
Secretary
JOANN WILLIAMS
Treasurer
MARLA SIMMONS
Past Chair of the Board
2024-2025 DIRECTORS
Michael Bolton
Noreen Dockendorf
Barbara Rice
Allison Washington
Cynthia Williams
Discover Shreveport
Better known as Louisiana’s Other Side, Shreveport-Bossier City is home to outstanding restaurants, world-class casinos, musical and arts festivals, plus plentiful shopping and recreation. The cities are home to Barksdale Air Force Base, Overton Brooks VA Medical Center, several hospitals/health care systems, including LSU Health Shreveport, the Strand Theatre, artspace, the Shreveport Symphony and many other attractions.
To learn more about Shreveport, visit:
Shreveport Chamber of Commerce