There are moments in life that remind us just how precious our time together is. Taylor Mostoller, RRT, learned that lesson first from her grandmother, long before she ever stepped into healthcare.
Growing up, Taylor watched her grandmother live with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) for more than a decade. She saw firsthand how respiratory disease affected not only her grandmother’s breathing, but also her independence, confidence, and everyday quality of life. She also witnessed the incredible difference compassionate, knowledgeable respiratory care could make.
Her grandmother’s experience taught Taylor not to take any moment for granted—a lesson that has been reinforced by every life she has had the privilege of caring for since.
Caring for People Like Family
Today, every patient Taylor meets reminds her of her grandmother in some way. That’s why she approaches every person in her care as though they were a member of her own family. Behind every diagnosis is someone’s parent, grandparent, spouse, sibling, or best friend. They deserve to be treated with dignity, compassion, and respect every single day.
"One of the greatest privileges of my career has been supporting not only patients but also the families who love them. During some of life's most difficult seasons, families place an incredible amount of trust in the care team. Being present, answering questions, and offering reassurance is a responsibility Taylor never takes lightly."
Respiratory care can be emotionally challenging. There are difficult days, heartbreaking conversations, and moments that stay with you forever. But those same moments are also what make the profession so meaningful.
Clinical Liaison
A graduate of Youngstown State University and a Registered Respiratory Therapist, Taylor brings more than 10 years of long-term care experience and specialized post-acute liaison expertise to Ohman Family Living at Briar.
Having worked in a variety of skilled nursing and post-acute care settings, she understands the challenges patients, families, and healthcare teams face when navigating respiratory care after hospitalization.
Her clinical background allows her to bridge the gap between acute care and post-acute care, helping ensure patients receive the support they need to continue their recovery.
Finding Meaning in Every Interaction
What keeps Taylor coming back each day is simple: knowing she has the opportunity to make someone’s day a little easier. Whether it’s helping a patient breathe more comfortably, celebrating a milestone in their recovery, or simply offering encouragement when it’s needed most, every interaction matters. Taylor always strives to care for others the way she would hope someone would care for her own family.
When families first learn that their loved one will require long-term respiratory care, it’s natural to feel overwhelmed. There are questions, fears, and uncertainty about what the future will look like.
If there’s one lesson Taylor’s grandmother and the lives she has cared for have taught her, it’s this: don’t take any moment for granted. Appreciate the small victories, celebrate progress, and never lose sight of what truly matters.
It is an honor for Taylor to be part of their stories. And while she may help people breathe easier, they have taught her how to live with greater gratitude, compassion, and purpose.
"At Ohman Family Living at Briar, respiratory care isn't just what we do—it's a commitment to caring for people like family, every step of the way."