Terry Holecek

Terry Holecek began work as superintendent of Ohio Veterans Homes this week.

Holecek is an Ohio-licensed nursing home administrator and health services executive, who has more than 25 years of leadership experience with national long-term care, senior living, and home care organizations.

He has successfully led multi-facility operations and has been recognized for his achievements in improving resident experience, quality outcomes, and employee satisfaction, according to a press release from the Ohio Veteran Homes.

Holecek started his first week with visits to the two state-run homes located in Sandusky and Georgetown, accompanied by Director Deborah Ashenhurst. The facilities serve hundreds of wartime Ohio veterans.

“I am thrilled for Terry to join our leadership team as Superintendent of our Ohio

Veterans Homes. He is a dedicated professional and proven leader,” Ashenhurst said. “Providing quality care and comfort to our resident veterans is an important part of our mission and I expect Terry to continue with emphasis on person- centered care and continuous improvement for our staff and residents.”

Holecek holds both bachelor’s and master’s degrees in gerontology and healthcare administration from Kent State University as well as a core of knowledge certification in long-term care administration from The Ohio State University.