Kristen Collins
CEO / President
Phoebe Terravechia
Director of Admissions, Marketing and Facilities
Lindsey Joy, ADC
Director of Resident Engagement
Phyllis Anderson, MSM, BSN, RN
Director of Nursing
Doreen Chester
Director of Finance
Terri Duston
Director of Human Resources
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 24 years in the HR field and in 2023, took over the supervision of Resident Services. Kristen provides oversight and leadership within each functional area. 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, now as WSL’s President.
Kristen loves being involved in the community, in 2019, she graduated from Leadership Seacoast and in 2020 she became a Senior Certified HR Professional (SHRM-SCP) 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, one is a Marketing graduate from Siena College, and the other is studying Chemical Engineering with a minor in Mathematics at the University of Maine at Orono. In Kristen’s spare time, she loves spending time with her family and her Golden Retriever named, 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 Director of Admissions, Marketing and Facilities. 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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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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Terri returned to WSL in 2024 as the Director of Human Resources after having previously dedicated 10 years (2010 – 2020) to our community. She continues to foster a positive work environment and supports our staff as a leader in HR. She is excited to continue building on those foundations. She has spent over 13 years in the HR field with significant focus on non-profit communities. She has a deep understanding of the unique dynamics and challenges that come with such environments. Terri has her associate degree in business from SNHU and holds certifications in both PHR (Professional in Human Resources) and SHRM-CP (Society for Human Resource Management Certified Professional).
Terri has a true love for the New England Seacoast cuisine and enjoys trying new restaurants when she gets the chance. Her and her Husband are empty nesters and stay busy with two granddaughters and a yellow lab, Lexie. A true passion of hers lies in creating a workplace where everyone can thrive and be themselves. From nurturing a positive culture to providing support for both staff and leadership.
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