Nazareth Home is pleased to announce the appointment of Melissa L. Bailey as its new director of communications. Bailey will play an integral role in building a cohesive communications program for the long-term care and rehabilitation organization that encompasses branding, public relations, and employee communications. 

Bailey comes to Nazareth Home with more than 15 years of professional experience in the communications and marketing fields in both the for-profit and nonprofit sectors.

“We are excited to have Melissa join our team and continue to build on our strong history of person-centered care,” said Nazareth Home President/CEO Mary Haynes. “Her communication experience and skills will enhance Nazareth Home’s story in ways that connect and inspire people as we advance our mission of providing a healing ministry with a focus on hospitality.”

“I’m most excited to share wonderful stories about the lives being touched by the caring team at Nazareth Home,” said Bailey. “It’s an honor to be part of this great ministry that has such a rich history of serving elders and their families in the greater Louisville community.”

Bailey also volunteers for local cancer support groups and coordinates a respite care program for children living with special needs. She most recently served as the director of communications for the nonprofit Seven Counties Services / Bellewood & Brooklawn. Bailey is a graduate of the University of Kentucky.