Our Team

Dana McKinney is an accomplished and passionate Executive Director with expertise in speech-language pathology and brain injury rehabilitation. With a Master's degree from Southeastern Louisiana University, she leads our program with dedication and a commitment to improving the lives of individuals affected by neurological and physiological disorders. Dana's experience includes overseeing quality patient care at Neulife Rehabilitation of Louisiana, Inc. and providing comprehensive speech, language, and swallowing disorder treatments. She is a Certified Brain Injury Specialist Trainer with proficiency in LSVT Loud and VitalStim Plus. Dana's community engagement extends to coaching at the Gleason Life Skills Sports Clinic, facilitating a dementia caregiver support group, and volunteering with various organizations.

Shae Monistere is a compassionate and highly skilled healthcare professional with over a decade of nursing experience, specializing in physical rehabilitation, brain and spinal cord injury care, and memory care. As the Clinical Director at NeuLife Rehabilitation of Louisiana, Shae oversees the delivery of high-quality, patient-centered care and leads the clinical team with integrity, expertise, and empathy.

Throughout her career, Shae has remained committed to helping patients achieve the highest possible level of independence and quality of life. Her clinical leadership ensures that every patient receives a personalized care plan rooted in evidence-based practice and delivered with dignity and respect.

Shae’s strength as a leader lies in her ability to create a collaborative and supportive environment, one where both staff and patients feel empowered and valued. Her strategic guidance, attention to detail, and deep understanding of neurological and rehabilitative care make her an invaluable asset to the NeuLife team and the individuals we serve.