Associate of the Month

This month, we are proud to spotlight one of our dedicated and inspiring concierge team members, Luna Hassouneh.

Born and raised in Charleston, South Carolina, Luna is a proud Palestinian-American whose family story is one of resilience, sacrifice, and determination. Her grandparents, on both sides of her family, were displaced during the 1948 Nakba and relocated from Palestine to Jordan in search of safety and opportunity.

Years later, Luna’s father met her mother while working for the Prince of Saudi Arabia, which ultimately allowed him the opportunity to come to the United States. After her mother obtained a visa, she joined him in America, and together they began building their family — welcoming four daughters, with Luna being the third.

When her mother’s visa expired, she returned to Jordan with her daughters while awaiting her green card approval. During that time, Luna’s father remained in the United States, working tirelessly to build a business and create a stable future for his family. Five years into the waiting process, Luna and her two older sisters were sent to the U.S. to live with their father so they could receive better educational opportunities. Her mother and younger sister joined them two years later once her green card was approved.

Growing up between cultures has shaped Luna in powerful ways. She proudly speaks Arabic fluently, a connection that keeps her deeply rooted in her heritage and allows her to communicate across generations and cultures with ease. This bilingual ability is not only a gift personally, but also an asset in her role at Wildcat, where connection and communication matter deeply.

In 2012, Luna faced a pivotal moment in her life when her father suffered two heart attacks in the same year. Being in America with her two older sisters and caring for their father during such a frightening time profoundly impacted her. It was then that Luna realized she wanted to pursue a career in healthcare.

Her passion for medicine was strengthened again in 2021 during an unimaginable event. On Valentine’s Day, while at the mall, Luna’s boyfriend was shot in the chest — the bullet striking dangerously close to his heart. He was rushed to the emergency room and spent a week hospitalized. Witnessing the life-saving work of medical professionals during such a traumatic experience further solidified her calling to enter the healthcare field.
Today, Luna is majoring in Public Health and is on the path to becoming a cardiologist — a goal rooted in both personal experience and heartfelt purpose.

Outside of work and school, Luna enjoys playing pickleball, reading, spending time outdoors, and fishing. Her favorite color is purple, and she believes that every chapter of her life — the challenges, sacrifices, and triumphs — has shaped her into the compassionate, resilient, and driven individual she is today.

At Wildcat, Luna brings warmth, cultural richness, and heart to her role at the concierge desk. We are grateful for her dedication to our residents and proud to support her as she continues pursuing her dreams in the medical field.
Please join us in celebrating Luna this month!