The ones who care beyond compare.
Spanning multiple cultures, generations, educational backgrounds and areas of medical expertise, our multilingual team delivers care that’s as human as care gets.
Russell Syrotynski LNHA
Administrator
Russell Syrotynski is an accomplished and highly ethical Licensed Nursing Home Administrator (LNHA) with over 15 years of dedicated experience in managing high-quality, resident-centered skilled nursing and long-term care facilities. Originally starting out as EVS he Known for his strategic leadership and commitment , Russell Syrotynski currently serves as the Administrator Cooperstown center , overseeing a complex operation that includes long-term care, sub-acute rehabilitation, and a dedicated memory care unit. Russell Syrotynski Bachelor of Science and major in health service management providing him with a crucial foundation to her administrative role. Russell Syrotynski believes that the true measure of a Skilled nursing facility’s success is the dignity and fulfillment experienced by every resident.
Experience and Expertise
Russell Syrotynski tenure is marked by a focus on operational efficiency, regulatory compliance, and cultivating a supportive environment for both residents and staff. His key areas of expertise include:
• Quality and Compliance: Russell Syrotynski has a strong focus on maintaining CMS 5-Star Quality Ratings and achieving near-perfect results in state and federal surveys across multiple facilities. .
• Team Leadership and Culture: Russell is passionate about staff development, having implemented successful mentorship and retention programs that significantly reduced turnover, leading to greater consistency of care.
• Community Relations: He has cultivated strong partnerships with local hospital systems and community organizations, ensuring seamless transitions of care for residents and maintaining a strong reputation within the healthcare referral network.
Credentials and Commitment
Russell Syrotynski lives in upstate ny where he now resides in Clinton Ny, Russell is a proud father to a beautiful daughter at 8 years old. While my profession life at Cooperstown center demands strategic thinking and leadership, he considers his most fulfilling and important role to be that of a dad. Hobbies include hiking snowboarding golfing fishing or anything adventures with his daughter.
Amanda Morse BA, Psychology
Director of Social Work
Amanda Morse is a dedicated healthcare leader and Director of Social Work at Cooperstown Center; a long-term care community focused on enriching the lives of older adults. With over six years of experience in geriatric social work, she brings deep expertise in addressing the emotional, social, and clinical needs of residents and their families.
In her role, Morse leads psychosocial assessments, care planning, discharge coordination, and staff training—ensuring compassionate, person-centered support for every resident. She champions resident rights, trauma-informed care, and interdisciplinary collaboration, and has spearheaded initiatives to enhance quality of life, reduce hospital readmissions, and empower caregivers through education and outreach.
A graduate of Ashford University with a BA in Psychology, Morse is committed to ethical practice and regulatory excellence in long-term care. Her leadership fosters a culture of dignity, respect, and resilience within Cooperstown Center and the broader aging services community.
Taylor Hovey PTA
Director of Rehabilitation
Taylor brings a strong clinical foundation and a true passion for skilled nursing to her new leadership role. A 2018 graduate of Bryant & Stratton College, she has been working as a PTA ever since. Her career began at Upstate Medical University, followed by a travel assignment at Essex Centers right before COVID—an experience that cemented her love for the SNF world. Since then, she has served in multiple Centers across the Syracuse and Utica regions, including Bishop and Oneida, gaining a deep understanding of our residents, staff, and community needs.
Originally from central New York, Taylor grew up in Holland Patent before settling in Syracuse, where she launched her education, career, and now her family.
Speaking of family—Taylor is a proud mom to two tiny adventurers: a 20-month-old boy and a 6-month-old girl. When they’re not keeping her busy, you’ll find her camping, hiking, and seeking out their next great adventure together.
Knowledge is health.
For the absolute highest quality of care, Cooperstown Center staffs medical providers on each unit who stay in constant communication with leadership throughout the day. Team collaboration is our forte, and this commitment helps us maintain an unbeatable continuum of care.
Our team also works hard to keep therapies as consistent as possible, tracking all communications through an advanced electronic medical record system. This ensures immediate transmission of information across the entire care network.
