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.
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.
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.
Family Liaison & Registered Dietitian
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.
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.
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.
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.
Chaplain
Maintenance Director
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.
Accountant
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.
President
Vice President
Treasurer
Jerrold Rubin has had three distinct careers. After many years as an international automotive executive he worked for the federal government as a diplomat supervising economic development projects in 11 developing countries. Most recently, he volunteers with the American Red Cross as a finance manager for national disasters. Jerry is an avid tennis player with hopes to return this year to the national championships in Arizona.
Fred Capaldi is a caring father, son, and business owner. He leads his family’s business, Capaldi Building Company, and holds numerous executive roles in professional builders’ associations. A recipient of multiple awards, Fred currently acts as an expert witness in construction disputes and is involved in forensic building. As a St. Anne’s Mead Trustee, Fred’s leadership has helped to grow and improve one of the area’s first mission-driven assisted living homes, where his father lived for many years.
Jeremy has worked across both the private and nonprofit sectors, with a significant part of his HR career rooted in mission-driven and public sector organizations. Most of that career has been in management and leadership roles. His work has focused on employee relations, compliance, and team building, the kind of hands-on HR that keeps organizations out of trouble and people working well together. He brings to St. Annes Mead that same practical, people-first approach as a trustee.
Samuel “Sam” McKnight is an attorney with distinction. As founder of McKnight, Canzano, Smith, Radtke & Brault, P.C., Sam received the highest rating, (AV), by Martindale Hubbell. He is recognized nationally for his expertise representing labor organizations in complex negotiations and has represented both public and private sector unions. Recognized as one of the “Best Lawyers in America” by Naifeh and Smith, Sam is a frequent speaker at law schools and both lawyer and union conferences on the power of bargaining. Sam’s leadership as a St. Anne’s Mead Trustee has helped to strengthen this 60-year-old non-profit organization.
Rev. Sharon is a retired Episcopal priest, and although retired, still serves congregations in the Diocese of Michigan and the Diocese of the Great Lakes by officiating at services when a resident priest is not available. In addition to clergy activities, a family of two children, six grandchildren, and one (and another on the way) great grandchildren (plus a dog, Gracie Anne) keeps her very active. A love of the outdoors has evolved into a gardening habit, and interest in genealogy has provided opportunity to travel and to meet newly found relatives.
Executive Director
Chairperson
Attorney, Past President
Board of Trustees
Attorney, Former Trustee
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