Delivering First-Class Care
The dedication of our team, the connections they form with our residents and their families, and their trust in one another are rare and beautiful.
Our Staff
Karen Birmingham
Executive Director
Karen Birmingham has been with Weinberg Village since 2013 and has been a Core Certified Assisted Living Administrator since 2016.
In her leadership role, she oversees the day-to-day operations, employee and resident relations, and regulatory compliance for the community. Her favorite part of the job is building relationships with residents and ensuring they are thriving.
Karen is a recipient of the 2019 Women of Distinction Award from Tampa Jewish Community Centers and Federation, honored for her dedication to Weinberg Village.
Karen was born and raised in the Tampa Bay area, where she raised her two children. Her favorite pastime is supporting the Tampa Bay Lightning and Rays.
Roberta Baer
Sales and Marketing Director
Roberta Baer is committed to creating a warm, welcoming, and culturally rich environment for Weinberg Village residents and their families.
She brings her unique blend of skills, passion, and dedication to the senior and local Jewish community to enrich the lives of residents.
Roberta has a personalized approach to sales, helping families navigate the journey of finding the perfect home for their loved ones and ensuring every individual’s unique needs and preferences are met.
With a degree in counseling and social work from the University of Maryland, Roberta has a deep understanding of the social and emotional needs of seniors.
Raquel Miley
Director of Health & Wellness
Raquel Miley recently joined Weinberg Village as the Director of Health and Wellness. She brings 17 years of experience in assisted living facilities (ALFs) and has a background in hospital and rehabilitation settings. Raquel is passionate about working with geriatic patients and feels great compassion for the residents she interacts with. Originally from Wisconsin, Raquel and her husband, along with their son, enjoy outdoor activities and traveling in their RV.
Ivania Rodriguez
Activities Director
Ivania Rodriguez comes to work daily to inspire Weinberg Village residents to engage in activities that help them thrive. Ivania is attracted to the distinct sense of community at Weinberg Village and enjoys being surrounded by kind, warm-hearted people, including fellow staff.
The residents are always excited to see Ivania, who uses her versatile background in assisted living facilities and the arts, including theater, writing, and photography, to develop fun and unique projects, outings, and activities for residents.
Travis Lian,
Executive Chef
Chef Travis Lian is passionate about food fusion and loves creating new kosher recipes for the residents at Weinberg Village. He has been around the food dining industry for over 20 years.
Chef Lian trained and developed his cooking skills throughout his travels to Asia and Europe, learning multiple cuisines from his mentors. He was the Culinary Director for three assisted living facilities for the past ten years. He is no stranger to delivering nutritious and balanced meals to seniors while understanding food’s role in their health and wellness.