Board of Directors


Donald W. Sapaugh
Mr. Sapaugh has been an executive in the healthcare delivery system since 1978, and as a healthcare executive for almost 30 years. As an innovator of a broad spectrum of care related to the Christian community, Mr. Sapaugh was President and CEO of one of the largest faith based psychiatric management companies in the United States (Rapha Treatment Centers). In 1996, he founded a company devoted to seniors to avoid costly inpatient hospitalization (PremierCare), and partnered with over ten hospitals in six states. Later in 2000, he founded TrinityCare Senior Living, LLC to meet the residential needs of senior adults from a faith based perspective, by partnering with local churches, community resources and ministries. Mr. Sapaugh has an extensive background in development, acquisitions, and mergers. He also has public company experience where he served as Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, as well as a consultant and board member to many public companies.

Joe M. Wiley
Mr. Wiley is a proven and experienced performer specializing in financial and accounting management within the energy sector for over 27 years and has served as a chief financial officer in assisted living since 2003. As a creative innovator, he is well positioned to develop and implement systems for growth within the TrinityCare property management division. He as managed human resources, general accounting, managerial accounting, contract administration and marketing departments and served as team leader on numerous asset development and litigation support projects. Mr. Wiley has served in significant management positions with Marathon Oil Company and as a Vice President with Texas Oil and Gas Corp. and J W Operating Company. Mr. Wiley joined the TrinityCare team in 2003 and has recently obtained his certification as an assisted living facility manager.

Dr. Kirk B. Shulke M.D.
Dr. Kirk B. Shulke, M.D. has extensive experience through nearly 30 years of service as a licensed medical practitioner, and has served as TrinityCare Senior Livings’s medical consultant for over three years. Dr. Shulke has a thorough understanding of the specific needs and challenges in regards to the care for senior adults and offers TrinityCare Senior Living an invaluable resource of knowledge. Dr. Shulke is a graduate of the University of Texas Medical School and is board-certified in Emergency Medicine.

Al Denson
Al Denson is a decorated Christian artist and is expected to be inducted into the Christian Music Hall of Fame later in 2009. Mr. Denson is a recipient of a Dove Award, produced more than 10 albums, recorded 19 number one songs and has performed for millions over his 30-year career in the music industry. He is the founder of Celebration Ministries that is instrumental in providing respite for churches, ministries and denominations for nearly a decade. Mr. Denson has been instrumental in the development of TrinityCare Senior Living providing invaluable counsel to the company for more than five years. Mr. Denson has been a business partner and personal friend of TrinityCare Senior Living’s founder for nearly a quarter century. Mr. Denson is a corner stone of TrinityCare Senior Living’s foundation and will continue to provide his guidance as TrinityCare Senior Living continues to grow