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Purpose
And
Passion

At Senior Life Champions, we see the blatant discrimination on many of our seniors’ faces. We recognize the unintended consequences of the way our seniors have been cared for in recent generations.  Many of them feel that they are of no benefit to society if they’re not currently providing economic worth. Nothing could be further from the truth. God instructs us to respect and value our seniors.

Many seniors living in care communities feel lost, abandoned, and without purpose. Senior Life Champions wants to change the status quo by activating those with the insight to recognize the need. You probably know someone currently impacted by this. A little help from a lot of people goes far to turn the tide and bring the respect, dignity, and purpose we want our elderly to experience.

MISSION

To equip and deploy volunteers who build meaningful relationships with seniors—encouraging purpose-full living, and the opportunity to embrace the gospel.

VISION

To change the perception of aging so our seniors are valued for their wisdom and experience and empowered to lead purpose-full lives that guide and prepare future generations.

VALUES

Christlikeness – Sharing His heart and love in service.
Advocacy – Standing for the rights and needs of seniors.

Respect – Honoring each individual’s story, worth, and voice.

Empowerment – Encouraging seniors to find meaningful purpose—at this valuable stage of life.

MEET THE TEAM

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CLIFF TADEMA

Co-Founder

Cliff combines decades of business and pastoral leadership with a passion for elder care, founding Senior Life Champions to train chaplains who help seniors live with purpose and dignity.

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CARYN TADEMA

Co-Founder

Leveraging four decades of front‑line senior‑care expertise, gerontology credentials, and development acumen, Caryn co‑drives Senior Life Champions and its Bucket Wishes initiative to deliver purpose‑filled experiences for older adults.

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RUSS CASTEEL

Director

Drawing on 35 years of retail program leadership and extensive nonprofit governance, Russ orchestrates volunteer training and operational planning for Senior Life Champions, equipping chaplains and ministries to excel.

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SUE CASTEEL

Director

After a 50‑year management career spanning finance, marketing, and human resources, Sue now fortifies Senior Life Champions’ administration and operations, informed by a decade on Hope Unlimited’s board and broad volunteer ministry service.

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CURT BISBY

Director of Strategic Planning

A veteran aerospace strategist with 35 years in business planning and ministry leadership, Curt now applies his executive insight to accelerate Senior Life Champions’ strategic growth.

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PHIL HARMON

Director

As Executive Team Emeritus, Phil leverages expansive business and nonprofit networks to align high‑impact resources and propel Senior Life Champions’ mission execution.

Questions about Senior Life Champions?

We train and align teams of volunteers with senior living communities. Acting as an extension of the staff, they help develop community, and equip residents to live purposeful lives. 

Address

C/O InFocus Ministries

1500 E. College Way #556

MV 98273

Phone

360-333-3661

Thank you, we'll be in touch!

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