Larry Cutliffe
CEO/President
Kristen Collins, SHRM SCP
VP, Human Resources and Resident Services
Phoebe Terravechia
AVP, Admissions and Marketing
Lindsey Joy, ADC
Director of Resident Engagement
Frank Agresti
Director of Dining
Phyllis Anderson, MSM, BSN, RN
Director of Nursing
Melissa Powers, LPN
Resident Care Manager
Larry comes to Wentworth Senior Living after 35 years in progressive leadership roles in the corporate world, with the last 15 years in senior executive management. He committed several years ago to shifting his focus at this stage of his life to making a meaningful difference and improving the lives of aging adults. Larry served on the Wentworth Senior Living Board of Trustees before he became President and CEO of the organization in 2020. He comes to this position with extensive experience in strategic planning, operational optimization, people development, change management and transformational leadership.
Larry and Beth, his wife of more than 30 years, live in New Castle and are avid boaters. They are empty nesters and have two daughters, Jess who lives locally and Jenn who resides in Nashville, TN. Larry hopes to be a beacon of support and empowerment for the WSL team, and is committed to helping the organization continue to shape a brighter future for the best in senior living.
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In 2000, Kristen graduated from the University of Maine with a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration with a concentration in Management. Immediately following graduation, she started her career in HR. In 2018, she joined Wentworth Senior Living. Kristen has spent over 23 years in the HR field and in 2023, recently took over the supervision of Resident Services. Kristen provides oversight and leadership within each functional area of Resident Services. She focuses on ensuring that the Resident’s care is top notch and that they are living their best life possible. Kristen works to ensure that each department is cross functional and collaborates well as a team. Keeping a positive culture as well as providing exceptional customer service is also a top priority for Kristen in her role.
Kristen loves being involved in the community, in 2019, she graduated from Leadership Seacoast and in 2020 she became a Senior Certified HR Professional with a love for employee development, coaching, and strategic planning. Kristen has a passion and gives back to many community programs.
Kristen and her husband love to travel, especially meeting the locals and learning their way of living. Kristen has two children attending College Universities and keeps busy at home with her husband and dog Bailey.
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Phoebe has been at Wentworth Senior Living since 2015 after graduating from the University of New Hampshire with a Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work and Justice Studies. Beginning her time at Wentworth Senior Living as an Enrichment Assistant, Phoebe is currently the AVP of Admissions and Marketing. In addition to helping create The All Points Program™ and acting as a Support Group Leader, she is a Certified Dementia Care Practitioner and Habilitation Therapy trainer. Phoebe communicates our philosophy of The All Points Program™ within the admissions process while continuing to support residents and their families. Phoebe and her husband, Aaron, love spending time with their two Saint Danes, Molly and Lucy and two cats, Moe Francis and Rooney. In her free time she likes to listen to true crime podcasts and tune into every basketball, football and hockey game she can.
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In 2006, Lindsey graduated from Plymouth State University with a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology. She has been part of the Wentworth Senior Living team since 2008. In 2014, she was certified by the National Certification Council of Activity Professionals and is our Director of Resident Engagement. Lindsey is great at collaborating with her staff to keep the focus on the WSL Mission and Vision. In addition to directing the Enrichment team she also creates our monthly activity schedule while synchronizing person-centered care plans with purposeful interventions. Lindsey’s passion for resident engagement and achieving the highest quality of life for our residents as well as her energetic personality is what makes her special to our community.
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Frank is a self-taught chef and entrepreneur. He started his career in the restaurant business in high school and had a dream of opening his own business. In April of 1990 this dream came true, and for 16 years he owned and operated a critically acclaimed Italian restaurant in Westford Massachusetts. From there Frank ventured into the corporate end of food service as a general manager for Legal Seafoods. As his children grew older, Frank sought a quality of life change. He accepted a position as Director of Food Services at Edgewood, a CCRC in North Andover Massachusetts. In August of 2022 he was offered and accepted the position as Director of Dining Services here at Wentworth Senior Living. He leads the Glendale team in providing the best in class dining experience for our residents and families. As an avid wine collector, Frank also teaches wine and cooking classes in his spare time. Frank is a big sports fan, lives in Exeter and loves relaxing with his wife and two kids.
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Phyllis has been with Wentworth Senior living since 2023, bringing several years of experience in managing a large clinical team with her. Phyllis obtained her Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing from St. Anslem College and Master of Science in Healthcare Administration from Southern New Hampshire University.
Through the use of Lean Management methodology, Phyllis nurtures a culture of continuous improvement, fostering innovation and maximizing efficiency. Recruiting and retaining highly qualified staff is a top priority. Phyllis’s focus at WSL is to ensure that residents receive professional care and support, encouraging them to live their best life possible.
Phyllis lives in Newton, NH with her husband Steven. They have two grown children together, Emily and Steven, as well as a 2-year-old Springer Spaniel.
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Melissa has been with Wentworth Senior Living in the health resources department since 2016 and has worked within the health care field for over 30 years. She graduated from Shawsheen Valley School of Practical Nursing in 1995, obtaining her LPN license shortly after. She has experience in many areas of health care including pediatrics, oncology, urgent care, travel medicine, and urology. Melissa supports the residents, charge nurses and family in coordinating care. She takes pride in working with WSL’s clinical staff to monitor and ensure that all resident needs are being met including maintaining their safety and dignity.
Melissa was born in Lowel Massachusetts and grew up in the towns of Billerica & Wilmington. She moved to the seacoast area with her husband and children in 2005. Her hobbies include baking, reading, a variety of craft projects, and she enjoys decorating for the holidays.
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