Candice Wiekrykas, RN, BSN, is the Founder and Executive Director of Mindful Living Communities. With more than 27 years of nursing experience, Candice has dedicated her career to serving individuals with complex medical, behavioral, and developmental needs. Her background includes leadership roles in long-term care, infection prevention, quality assurance, staff development, and direct support services, giving her a unique understanding of both clinical excellence and person-centered care.

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​Throughout her career, Candice has remained guided by one simple belief: every person deserves to be treated with dignity, respect, and compassion. She is passionate about creating supportive environments where individuals feel valued, empowered, and truly at home. Known for her hands-on leadership style, attention to quality, and commitment to doing what is right, Candice works to ensure that every individual served by Mindful Living Communities receives the highest level of care, advocacy, and support while living a life that reflects their own goals, preferences, and dreams.