About

About St. Anne's Mead

Since 1966, St. Anne’s Mead has been a leader in assisted living. As a mission-driven, non-profit organization, we offer the highest quality care, in a vibrant, interfaith environment. Under one roof, you will find a continuum of care that includes Assisted Living, Memory Care and Extended Care, as well as the Next Step program and Respite Care. For eligible, long-term residents, we offer an Angel Fund for residents-in-need. Residents enjoy an award-winning chef, an abundance of life enrichment activities, onsite physical and occupational therapy, and so much more.

LEADERSHIP TEAM

Amanda Newport, LPN, CALD

Executive Director

Executive Director Amanda Newport has 31 years of experience in the healthcare industry, focused on senior care. Before becoming Executive Director, she was Director of Nursing for St. Anne's Mead, thus bringing the insight and experience to preserve and lead SAM’s mission of high-quality care and compassion.

Mahogany Trice

Director of Housekeeping

Mahogany Trice joined St. Anne's Mead in dining services in 2013 and was promoted to Director of Housekeeping in 2020. She understands cleanliness is next to Godliness and lives by that credo. Her key to keeping the 65,000 square foot property clean and fresh is organizing her team strategically and ensuring both regular and deep cleanings are performed.

Carrie Esper, RD

Family Liaison & Registered Dietitian

Peggy K. Goodwin, APR|MaDR

Community Engagement and Development Director

Peggy K. Goodwin brings a wealth of experience in marketing, development and advocacy to St. Anne's Mead, winning national awards for her work. She leads the Community Engagement committee and programs for St. Anne's Mead and helped raise over $2M to open the Memory Care Home in 2018, update Assisted Living and support residents in need. As a two-time Honors Graduate of Wayne State University, she has the Warrior Spirit.

Robin Harris

Director of Admissions

Robin Harris has served as Director of Admissions for 15 years. In that time, she has helped to shape our outstanding reputation, giving her utmost attention to every family member and new resident that walks through our doors. Her attention to detail and listening skills help those seeking assisted living for themselves or their loved ones make the right choice at the right time.

Preston Hill, CDM, CFPP, CEC

Director of Dining Services & Executive Chef

Preston Hill brings more than 20 years’ Executive Chef experience to his role as Director of Dining Services. Winning the title of Iron Chef against seven of his peers in Assisted Living, Preston runs a scratch kitchen where all menu items are thoughtfully and freshly prepared. His warm demeanor and leadership skills set the tone for a culinary experience that residents compare to five-star restaurants.

Michelle Kotwicki

Director of Resident Services

Michelle has more than 20 years of experience in assisted living and memory care programming and services. As the Director of Resident Services, Michelle works with our Medical Director, Nurse Practitioner, Executive Director, Director of Dining Services and others to ensure each resident has a personalized care plan that is carried out every day. Her passion is caregiving, and she empowers all resident aides to provide the highest quality care.

Fr. John Lancaster

Chaplain

Tim Newport

Maintenance Director

Jennifer Paradise

Life Enrichment Director

As the Director of Life Enrichment, Jennifer thoughtfully coordinates engaging activities and entertainment that brighten each day for our residents. With a background in retail management and customer service, she brings communication skills and a heart for building lasting connections. Jennifer’s greatest joy is supporting the passions of those in our care, creating a vibrant environment where residents feel valued, connected, and truly at home.

Paul Peppler

Accountant

As accountant for more than 15 years, Paul Peppler has helped streamline and mondernize the accounting process for St. Anne's Mead. His attention to detail and accuracy is unsurpassed.

Kristina Zubeck

Manager Everactive Onsite Wellness

Kristina has managed the Everactive Physical and Occupational Therapy practice at St. Anne's Mead for more than five years. She helps seniors accomplish goals that may appear impossible at first, helping them to heal, strengthen and improve their balance and overall confidence. She holds a bachelor’s degree in healthcare management and a Physical Therapy License.

Board of Trustees

Executive Committee

Nathalie Demers

President

Ric Simon

Vice President

Jerrold Rubin

Treasurer

Trustees

Fred Capaldi

Princess Gilbert

Canon Jo Ann Hardy

Rt. Rev. Dr. Bonnie A. Perry, Bishop

Pam Sherry

Rev Sharon Voelker

Community Engagement Committee

Nina Abrams

Amanda Newport

Executive Director

Sue Nine

Peggy K. Goodwin,

Chairperson

Carrie Proctor

Jo Ann Hardy

Robin Harris

Donna Hartwig

Sue Simon

Jeanne Edwards

Pat Hardy

Special Advisors

John J. Lynch

Attorney, Past President
Board of Trustees

Craig Hammond

Attorney, Former Trustee

Canon Jo Ann Hardy

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