Robin Smith, executive director at Solstice Senior Living at Guilford, is passionate about helping seniors thrive as they age. Robin has successfully managed senior living communities since 2010 and has learned that happy residents and staff create a dynamic community that all enjoy.

Robin is delighted to be back in the Shoreline area, where she lived for more than 20 years, raising her children and managing a successful real estate office in Madison before beginning her adventure in senior living. Robin enjoys spending time with her husband and two grown children as well as her “furry kid,” Faith, an English cocker spaniel. She loves exploring new areas and trying new foods. She is also an avid Notre Dame fan!

Kristin Dahl, director of Sales and Marketing for Solstice Senior Living at Guilford, is passionate about seniors, health care and helping others. Kristin has focused on health care sales and marketing for many years while director at another retirement community, as well as during her home-care outside sales positions.

A unique part of Kristin’s past was that she was a Peace Corps volunteer for two years in Togo, West Africa, and absolutely loved the experience!

Kristin has lived in Guilford for 30 years with her husband and two children, who are now out of college. Kristin enjoys spending time with her older sisters who live in the area and being with great friends. She loves animals, exercising and gardening outside.

Connie Fisher, business office director at Solstice Senior Living at Guilford, recently joined the Solstice team with more than 25 years of health care and assisted living management experience. Connie, a graduate of Wheaton College in Massachusetts, has significant industry experience in office and financial management. Her community responsibilities include all aspects of accounting, payroll and human resources functions.

Connie recently relocated from West Hartford, where she and her husband raised their three boys. They are enjoying life on the Shoreline and spending time on the water with friends and family. In her spare time, she enjoys outdoor activities, reading and cooking and is a sports fan. She is active in her church as a member of the parish council.

Jared Downing, culinary services director at Solstice Senior Living of Guilford, has a commitment to providing tasty, nutritious selections for seniors. He has spent many years working with senior living organizations and in the restaurant industry.

Jared enjoys spending time with his wife and children. He also loves playing pool and competing in billiard tournaments.

Desiree Weber is the Vibrant Life® director for Solstice Senior Living at Guilford. Desiree’s favorite part about working at Solstice is getting to work with an amazing team and driving residents on the bus. She is grateful for the supportive team and residents. Desiree has two kids who are her everything. In her spare time, Desiree loves making jewelry with palm tree seeds that look like ivory and bringing them to craft shows.