Nolay Freeman

Director of Palliative Care at Saint Therese, St. Odilia

After graduating with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from the University of Minnesota, Nolay joined Saint Therese in January 2011. She specializes in nurse management, case management and palliative care and holds a LeadingAge Minnesota Leadership Academy certificate.

Nolay views hospice and palliative care as an opportunity to serve others. She strives to do all she can to comfort and care for residents and their loved ones.

Nolay’s favorite Saint Therese Core Value is: Respect.

She encourages each of her team members to take time to listen, offer support and simply be a presence of love.

“Every aspect of my work is rewarding. I love caring for residents whose well-being has been entrusted to me. I love my team, and I truly believe in the mission of Saint Therese.”

Outside of work, Nolay enjoys cooking and reviewing Judge Judy’s latest verdicts.

Three words that describe Nolay: Compassionate, dedicated, respectful