GENESEO, N.Y., Jan. 15, 2026 — The Livingston County Board of Supervisors appointed Samontra Spencer as the Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation’s (CNR) director of long-term care during their regular meeting on Jan. 14, 2026.
Spencer has served as the County nursing facility’s deputy director of long-term care since June of 2025. Before that, she spent three years as the administrator of record for a Rochester-area nursing facility overseeing compliance with state and federal regulations, directing the facility’s quality assurance program and leading efforts to improve staff retention. This experience and her more than seven years working as a licensed nursing home administrator were key factors in the board’s decision to place her in the CNR’s top role, said Livingston County Board Chair David LeFeber.
“We’re glad to welcome her to the County’s leadership team,” he said. “Her expertise in regulatory compliance and proven track record in facility management make her well suited to serve our community and ensure our residents receive only the highest standards of care.”
Spencer holds a master’s degree in business administration with a minor in healthcare management from Liberty University. She is currently working toward a doctorate in business administration which she hopes to complete in December of this year.
Her immediate goals as director include continuing to provide quality resident care, strengthening workplace culture, and recruiting for essential leadership vacancies, such as the facility’s chief financial officer. Beyond administrative objectives, Spencer emphasized the welcoming atmosphere she intends to continue cultivating at the CNR.
“I want our residents to feel at home. To feel like their rights are respected and their voice is heard. And I want our families to feel that we prioritize the physical, mental, and emotional needs of their loved ones, just as they do,” said Spencer. “I'm truly grateful for the opportunity to serve our residents, families, staff, and community.”
Spencer began her career in long-term care as a certified nursing assistant nearly 18 years ago. In an industry that often struggles with staffing challenges, she wants to use her unique insight to make the CNR a place where the best caregivers come to grow their careers and pursue their dreams.
“I plan to highlight the value that each team member brings to their respective positions, regardless of their level or rank, by showing appreciation and gratitude for the work they perform,” she explained. “The CNR should be a place where the staff can grow and receive the support necessary to pursue their chosen career ladder. By breaking down potential barriers, we will create a coordinated cohesive community built on unity.”
Spencer expressed a special thanks to her husband, Jerard Spencer, for his unwavering support, as well as her children, Ezekiel, Alyssa and Alaiyah, for motivating her to be her best every day. She also recognized her family and friends for their prayers and encouragement.
Outside of the office, Spencer enjoys staying active with running and weight training, playing piano and guitar, interior painting and decorating, and spending time with her family and church community.
Located in Mount Morris, the Livingston County Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation provides 24-hour skilled nursing services ranging from short-term, post-acute rehabilitative care to traditional long-term care. The facility offers person-centered care that addresses individual needs in a home-like environment. Recognizing the potential in every individual, the CNR focuses on turning potential into ability, discomfort into comfort. It strives to promote a welcoming atmosphere with activities that involve friends, family, volunteers and even pets.
As one of the most comprehensive facilities in the region, the CNR offers a wide array of state-of-the-art healthcare options and treatment methods. On-site services include audiology, consulting podiatry, dentistry and speech therapy. The facility also provides specialized care such as ophthalmology, bariatric care, occupational therapy, physical therapy, pharmacological services, hair care and more.
Learn more about various programs, outpatient services, career and volunteer opportunities, support services and more by visiting the Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation’s website. To speak to someone about admission, please call 585-243-7200.
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About Livingston County:
Founded in 1821, Livingston County, N.Y., is home to more than 61,000 residents in 17 towns located across 631 square miles of the Finger Lakes region.