Grants Pass, Oregon

Royale Gardens Health & Rehabilitation Center

About Us
Royale Gardens Health & Rehabilitation is dedicated to providing for the physical, social, emotional and spiritual needs of each patient. We take pride in helping each and every resident achieve their optimum level of function and independence.

Dennis Will, Administrator
Dennis began his long-term care career in 1981, and he’s been Administrator at Royale Gardens since 1989. Prior to his current position, he was Social Service Director and Assistant Administrator at the same facility. In fact, the longevity of the staff at Royale Gardens—as well as their success in helping patients achieve their goals—are among the things he’s most professionally proud of. Dennis graduated from the University of Oregon with a bachelor’s degree…and he still loves the Ducks!

Dennis is married and, in addition to University of Oregon sports, enjoys golf and the Nebraska Cornhuskers.

Theresa Schlegel, RN, Director of Nursing Services
Theresa began her career in nursing more than 25 years ago and has steadily risen up the ranks - from certified nursing assistant to licensed practical nurse to registered nurse to director of nursing services - as she gained more education.  She earned her associate's degree in nursing from Rogue Community College.

Theresa's been at Royale Gardens for 13 years, and she says that the favorite part of her job is "making a difference".  She has three grown daughters, all living within five miles of her in Grants Pass, and five grandchildren.  Theresa lives on a farm and enjoys her pets and gardening. 

Dennis Wilkerson, Rehabilitation Program Manager
Starting with his clinical internship across the street at Highland House as a student in 1999, Dennis has found that working in both the long-term & short-term rehabilitation settings to be truly rewarding. 

Dennis earned his associate of arts degree from Allan Hancock College in Santa Maria in 1997.  Two years later he earned an associate of science degree in physical therapist assisting from the Professional Skills Institute.  He is a licensed Physical Therapist Assistant. 

Dennis and his wife are involved in their children's lives, coaching sports teams and helping with their 4-H projects.

In addition to his responsibilities at Royale Gardens, Dennis also serves as the Rehab Program Manager of Highland House Nursing & Rehabilitation Center.

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