Generations at Rock Island has a great staff. When you visit or tour Generations at Rock Island, you will have the opportunity to meet members of our leadership and management team. Please make a point to stop in or introduce yourself while you are visiting our community. Our staff loves to meet the families and friends of our residents and guests.
Amie Behrens
ADMINISTRATOR
Amie Behrens is the Administrator at Generations at Rock Island, located on the northwestern border of Illinois. Before becoming the Administrator, Amie held many roles, slowly soaking up lots of experience to help her become successful as a building Administrator. Amie’s healthcare career started off as our Dietary Manager, soon after she moved to Social Services where she really found her calling in healthcare. She quickly found herself in the marketing and admission coordinator position.
Having been through many positions and challenges, Amie saw the changes that needed to be done in order to be able to provide the best care possible. As the Administrator, Amie was given the opportunity to implement those changes and change the lives of her residents.
In Amie’s own words, “be the change you want to see in the world; I have to exemplify that quality. My goal at Generations is to make it a 5 star facility for resident care quality and a great place to work”.
Laryn Hobert, BSN
Director of Nursing
As the Director of Nursing at Generations at Rock Island, Laryn Hobert, brings a lifelong passion for geriatrics inspired by her mother, a dedicated CNA. From an early age, Laryn discovered the beauty of the elderly community, captivated by their stories, wisdom, and resilience. She learned to see beyond age, finding the vibrant spirits within, and knew her calling was to honor and care for this often-overlooked population.
Laryn chose Rock Island because of its transformative vision and leadership, drawn to the opportunity to contribute to meaningful change and personal growth. Her favorite part of the role is watching improvements unfold, empowering her nursing staff, and seeing the impact better care has on residents and their families. Guided by Gandhi’s words, “A sign of a good leader is not how many followers you have but how many leaders you create,” Laryn is dedicated to fostering growth and excellence within her team.
With nearly 15 years of nursing experience, Laryn’s career began as a CNA at 16 and led her to earn a BSN from St. Ambrose University. Her expertise spans long-term care, neurology, hospice, and wound care, yet she has always stayed connected to skilled nursing, her first love in the profession.
Outside of work, Laryn’s vibrant energy shines. She paints to loud Fleetwood Mac, finds peace in hot yoga, and treasures time with her family—cheering at wrestling meets, roller-skating with her boys, building forts with her grandkids, or walking her German shepherd, Luna. She finds joy in the simple things: coffee, cooking, and connection.
Laryn’s story is one of compassion, leadership, and a deep commitment to making a difference in the lives of others.
Alejandra Gonzalez
Hospital Liaison
Alejandra is an essential part to our business development efforts, visiting hospitals & surrounding communities to help increase awareness of our services and facilitating referrals. Networking with doctors, social workers, hospitals, and other nursing facilities to keep a positive relationship and attending marketing events to ensure we can provide our services to those who need it.
Alejandra Gonzalez brings a wealth of compassion and dedication to her role as Hospital Liaison to Generations at Rock Island. With a deep passion for serving one of the most vulnerable populations, Alejandra finds great purpose in advocating for the needs of geriatric patients. “I enjoy working with geriatrics because they need someone to be a voice for them,” she says.
A proud native of Rock Island, Alejandra’s love for her community runs deep. Having grown up here, she is committed to making a positive impact in the lives of local families, ensuring they feel informed and empowered when navigating healthcare options for their loved ones.
Alejandra’s favorite part of her role is listening to patients’ life stories and educating families about available benefits and care options. Her approachable nature and extensive knowledge make families feel comfortable asking questions and seeking guidance during challenging times.
Alejandra’s journey into healthcare began in medical records at a skilled nursing facility, where she discovered her passion for interacting with patients and families. This realization led her to pursue a career focused on patient advocacy and support, a path she continues to walk with dedication.
Outside of work, Alejandra draws motivation from her family. Married to her husband Eddie for 20 years, they share two incredible children who keep them busy with their many sports and activities. Whether cheering on their daughter in college cheerleading or watching their son excel in basketball, baseball, running, and soccer, family time is a cornerstone of Alejandra’s life.
