Our Scholars
Bentley Village Foundation is proud to announce the 2024 “Bentley Wings” Competitive Scholarship awardees.
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Ludmie Caesar
Ludmie Caesar’s journey from Haiti to the U.S. has been fueled by resilience and an unshakable commitment to education. Despite limited schooling opportunities in Haiti and challenges adjusting to a new life, she never lost sight of her dream—to become a Certified Nurse Anesthetist. After facing multiple scholarship rejections, Ludmie began to lose hope—until she received the life-changing "Bentley Wings" Competitive Scholarship. “I can’t put into words the happiness and gratitude I feel. Your generosity is helping me achieve what once felt impossible.”
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Princia Dumorne
Princia Dumorne attends Florida Southwestern State College, with a major in Nursing. She is thedaughter of Leonne Dumorne, a server in our Food and Beverage Department. She plans to become a pediatric nurse practitioner, with the hope of making a huge impact in her community and setting an example for future generations. She says, “The “Bentley Wings” Competitive Scholarship has not only given me financial support to attend college, it has also shown me there are people who care for you and want to see you succeed. It has also given me motivation to work hard, achieve my academic goals… and that anything is possible.”
Alexsandra St. Fleur
Alexsandra St. Fleur, is the daughter of Mimose St. Fleur, a Bentley Care Center nurse. Alexsandra is a senior at Florida Gulf Coast University pursuing a career in cardiac intensive care. With a passion for healthcare and a heart for giving back, she dreams of providing pro bono medical assistance and serving on mission trips. Thanks to donor support, Alexsandra is one step closer to making a difference. “I wouldn’t be able to attend college without you. Your generosity has lifted a financial burden from my family.”
Samuel Isenberg
Samuel Isenberg’s father, Joshua Isenberg, is a First Responder at Bentley Village. Samuel is majoring in Psychology at Florida State University, Samuel plans to continue his studies in a grad program. “My goal is to contribute to research in psychology,” he says. “The scholarship from the “Bentley Wings” program means that I can pursue my goals. Before this scholarship I had to think about whether I could even attend college. Now I’m confident that I could get through college without having to rely on the financial support of my father. I will be eternally grateful to the “Bentley Wings” program and those who donate to its fund.
Britney Jean
Britney Jean is the daughter of Federlin Jean, a lead server in the Food and Beverage department. Known to all of us as “Fed,” he has worked at Bentley Village for over 30 years. She is pursuing a Master’s Degree in Counseling Psychology at Chatham University in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Earlier, Britney was a “Bentley Wings” Competitive Scholarship award winner for her undergraduate degrees in Psychology and Women’s Studies. With a goal of obtaining her PhD in Counseling Psychology, Britney plans to open her own practice.” I would like to counsel teenagers and emerging adults within marginalized groups,” she says.
Anastasiia King
In 2022, Anastasiia King fled Ukraine, leaving behind her career as a Doctor of Laboratory Science to seek safety and opportunity in the U.S. Unable to use her medical degree here, she refused to give up on her passion for healthcare. Thanks to a "Bentley Wings" Competitive scholarship, Anastasiia is now pursuing an Advanced Medical Assistant degree at Florida Southwestern State College—a crucial step toward rebuilding her career in the U.S. “This scholarship has given me the chance to start again without financial stress. Thank you for believing in me.”
Darla Menapole
Darla Menapole is the daughter of Niorlyne Fadael, a Certified Nursing Assistant in Bentley’s Assisted Living facility, Darla earned a BA in Business Management at FGCU. She is currently pursuing an MBA at the University of Central Florida, with a completion date of 2026. Her goal is to become a senior leader in the healthcare sector. She says, “I am very grateful and honored to have been chosen for the “Bentley Wings” competitive scholarship. It is a huge help. Now I am in new chapter of my life …and it’s only beginning.”
Cynthia Ochoa
Cynthia Ochoa moved to the US from Peru 23 years ago. She has been driven by determination and a passion for accounting. With eight years of banking experience and an associate’s degree, she joined Bentley Village as an Accounting Assistant in 2023, while working toward her bachelor’s degree and career advancement. Thanks to donor support, Cynthia can focus on her education without the burden of financial stress. “This scholarship is more than assistance—it’s a chance to pursue my dreams."