Hailea Whitlock

When first meeting Hailea, one can tell she has the soul of a social worker.  She’ll quickly volunteer how to pronounce her name (“Hailey”) and sweetly explain, “It’s only the spelling that’s tricky.”

Armed with an undergraduate and graduate degree in social work,  Hailea overlaid the book training with years of work experience in various specialties. She began providing services for inpatient and outpatient care for hospice patients. Like so many professionals working in hospice, she found it a calling and wanted to learn the ropes of this important service.  She honed various positions which all had a common theme: how to help individuals and their families learn about hospice and the role it plays at one’s end-of-life.

After relocating to Houston, Hailea discovered her true calling while working in a community dedicated to serving individuals with cognitive impairments. Here, she found her purpose in working with geriatric residents, driven by a commitment to help them live purposeful and dignified lives. Her work is guided by the belief that every individual deserves respect, support, and the opportunity to thrive, regardless of age or cognitive ability. Hailea also provided and led support groups for families of those suffering from memory impairments. These groups offered vital guidance, emotional support, and practical strategies, helping participants navigate the complexities of being an individual or family member of someone experiencing cognitive decline.

Hailea graduated from Texas Tech University in Lubbock, Texas with a bachelor’s degree in social work. She obtained her master’s in social work (MSW) from Stephen F. Austin State University in Nacogdoches, Texas. Additionally, Hailea has many years on-staff in memory and assisted living communities.  Her experience serves clients and their families.