
About The Barrington of Carmel
Our Mission in Life is You
Since opening in 2014, The Barrington of Carmel has established itself as a premier senior living community in Carmel, Indiana. With a commitment to exceptional living standards, The Barrington offers residents not only a vibrant and enriching lifestyle but also the assurance of compassionate care and long-term financial security. As a part of BHI Senior Living, a local non-profit organization, The Barrington is dedicated to reinvesting in the community, continuously enhancing services, amenities, and opportunities for our residents.
Mission & Values
At The Barrington of Carmel, our mission is to enhance the quality of life for older adults in a secure environment that promotes their independence and supports their spiritual, physical, and emotional needs. Our community is built on core values that reflect our commitment to providing exceptional care and service:

Community
We believe in building a supportive and friendly community where residents can form lasting connections.

Quality
We are committed to providing high-quality homes and services that enhance the living experience.

Integrity
We operate with transparency and honesty, ensuring that our residents always come first.

Excellence
We strive for excellence in everything we do, from the design of our homes to the care and services we provide.
Leadership Team
Our dedicated leadership team is committed to maintaining the highest standards and ensuring that The Barrington of Carmel is a community where residents can truly thrive.

Kara Owen
Executive Director
Kara earned a Bachelor of Science in human biology from Indiana University, with a concentration in human health and disease and psychology. She began her career in health care working at a senior living community for those with developmental disabilities. She is a licensed health facility administrator, certified dementia professional, co-founder of Chi Delta Phi at Indiana University, and serves alongside many local outreach service organizations.

Molly Vissers
Associate Executive Director
Molly graduated summa cum laude from the University of Wisconsin – Eau Claire with a Bachelor of Business Administration in Health Care. While attending UWEC, she served on the executive boards of the American College of Health Care Administrators chapter and the Intercollegiate Horse Shows Association team. Prior to joining The Barrington of Carmel team in June 2021, she worked at The Towne House, another BHI Senior Living community. She is a licensed health facility administrator and qualified memory care professional.

Brandi Shrader
Director of Sales and Marketing
Brandi was blessed to start her career in the senior living industry over 20 years ago as a Marketing Intern while attending the University of Southern Indiana in Evansville. After graduation, she continued in the marketing field and loves that she has been able to help so many families with their journey. As the Senior Residency Counselor at the Barrington of Carmel, she assists moving residents into their Independent Living, Assisted Living and Memory Care homes. In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with her husband and four beautiful children.

Melissa Forrester
Director of Nursing

Aletha Gee
Director of Social Services

Ryan Ramirez
Director of Plant Operations

Nikki Meeker
Lifestyles Director

Julian Small
Director of Dining Services

Lilly Ramos
HR Generalist

Maylon Elcock
Dining Services Manager

Charles Spence
Senior Executive Chef

Thomas Green
AL Life Enrichment Manager

Megan Kesterson
Assistant Director of Nursing

About BHI Senior Living
The Barrington of Carmel is a BHI Senior Living community. Located in Zionsville, Indiana, BHI has deep roots in the Midwest. In addition to The Barrington, BHI operates leading communities in Indianapolis, Columbus, and Frankfort.