Our Staff At Cardigan Ridge Senior Living

Cardigan Ridge Senior Living is devoted to providing outstanding senior living for our residents. We are a well-designed senior community created to adapt to each person's changing needs and we're dedicated to providing the dignity, integrity, compassion and service that we would want for our own loved ones. Delivering great customer service is our top priority at Cardigan Ridge and is created by building passionate and skilled care teams who get to know our residents and treat them like family.

Deanna Carlson | Executive Director

(651) 765-2701 | dea49128@Fairview.org​
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On Monday, February 10th, Cardigan Ridge Senior Living welcomed Deanna Carlson as the Executive Director. Deanna obtained her Bachelor in Healthcare Administration at the University of Wisconsin- Eau Claire. Deanna also has a certificate in Leadership, BLS, Mental Health, Food Protection Manager and others. Deanna has had experience as a CNA, diesel mechanic, waitress, and many volunteer opportunities. Deanna spend 8 years in the U.S. Army and was recently honorably discharged. Deanna is married to Brandon with two children; Zoey and Nolan. In her spare time, Deanna enjoys the outdoor, music, and cooking. Deanna offers an open door for all staff and residents. Please stop by for a visit!

Erin Linn, RN | Director of Health Services

(651) 765-2702 | ​elinn1@Fairview.org
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It is my pleasure to serve all residents here Cardigan Ridge as the Director of Health Services. I joined the Cardigan Ridge Team in March 2019, but I have several years of working with seniors from dietary aide, CNA, and now as a Registered Nurse. I love all aspects of making a difference in the lives of the residents and their families’. I am happy to be part of the Cardigan Ridge Team! I am also a mother of two high-schoolers, so I am one busy and proud parent; helping them plan for their futures outside of school. I love the great outdoors and especially beautiful Lake Superior, so my family and I travel to the Duluth area regularly to recharge.

Fikreta  ‘Greta’ Okanovic | Culinary Director

(651) 765-2717 | ​fokanov1@Fairview.org
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Hi, my name is Fikreta Okanovic and I’m the Culinary Director at Cardigan Ridge Assisted Living. I’m from Bosnia-Herzegovina. My interest in cooking started when I was a young girl and I would watch my mom cook all these amazing dishes. Since then I’ve traveled across Europe and into the U.S. until I finally found my home here in Minnesota. Cooking isn’t just a career for me, it fills me with joy when I see my food makes people happy. In my free time, I like to spend time with family and my dog.

| Director of Environmental Service

(651) 765-2710 | ​
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I've been working in healthcare for over 10+ years. My passion is working with seniors as I followed in my father’s footsteps. I’ve been working for Ebenezer for about 3 years. I have one son who is in the Army. In my free time I enjoy fishing and boating. I’m thrilled to be part of the Cardigan Ridge family.

| Activity Director 

(651) 765-2711 | ​
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My Name is Linda and I have been working in Activities for a number of years in various senior settings. I am very fortunate to say “I love my job!” I really enjoy planning activities and keeping the seniors guessing what my next wacky activity will be. I have 3 adult sons and 4 grandchildren. I share my home with 3 cats that I have adopted from rescue groups, and most recently adopted a beagle mix from Safe Hands Rescue.

Colette Campeau | Resident Services Coordinator

(651) 765-2704 | ​ccampea1@Fairview.org
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Hi, my name is Colette and I am the Resident Service Coordinator. I have several years of experience working in Senior Living Communities and I absolutely love it. In my spare time I enjoy working Bingo at my local American Legion. I also enjoy baking in the fall/winter, walking, crafts watching the Vikings and Wild games and spending time with friends and family. My husband and I have 3 four legged kids. Two dogs; Millie and Abbie and 1 cat who answers to the name “meow meow”.