Mary Ellen Blake has lived her entire life in Aurora. She has been at Countryside for over 13 years and recognizes many of the incoming residents from the community in which she grew up. As a professional, Mary Ellen has always had jobs involving numbers. Her involvement in the bookeeping at Countryside allows residents and families the comfort in knowing that their funds are well managed and statements are accurate.

Mary Ellen likes it when residents feel they have “no money worries” so they can use their energy to heal and recuperate at Countryside.

In her free time Mary Ellen likes to participate in crafting and spends time with her 4 children and 9 grandchildren.