Experience Is Our Strength

Betty J. Sisson, Administrator
Having 22 years experience in the long term care industry, Betty Sisson has seen many changes within the geriatric field. She received her B.S. in nursing in 1961 from Northwestern State College. She served as Head Nurse in the surgical unit of St. Francis Hospital from 1961 to 1970. She served as Director of Nursing for Hickory Manor for seven years and became the Administrator in 1985. She is a member of the Bastrop Optimist Club, Morehouse Parish Chamber of Commerce, Sigma Theta Tau International and the Louisiana Nursing Home Association.

"My experiences at Hickory Manor has brought much understanding to the ongoing changes in the aging process. Every individual is a truly unique gift from God." -- Betty J. Sisson

Brenda Bulloch, Director of Nursing
Brenda began her nursing career as an LPN in September 1985 in the nursing home setting. She began working on her Associate Degree at the University of Arkansas at Monticello in January 1991. She then transferred to Louisiana Tech University where she received her degree in November 1994. She has served as Director of Nursing at Hickory Manor since 1994.

"I have enjoyed working at Hickory Manor for the past three and a half years. I have gained personal satisfaction in having a qualified staff to give quality care to our residents at Hickory Manor." -- Brenda Bulloch