Our Leadership Team
Donna Stephens
Executive Director
What an honor to serve the greatest generation! I have been serving seniors and their families since 1999. Formally a schoolteacher and musician, I made the leap into healthcare as a Director of Staff Development, developing and implementing curriculums for all levels of staff. Through the years as an executive director in the senior living industry, I have been a part of amazing teams to give our residents love and care by providing excellence in all we do. I am a Certified Dementia Practitioner, Certified Activities Professional, and Certified Senior Advisor. I have been a part of Rotary International, supported Second Harvest Food Bank, American Red Cross, Alzheimer’s Association, and Alzheimer’s Tennessee. I have 3 sons Andrew, Preston, and Landon; they are my pride and joy.
Jennifer Nolan
Lifestyles Director
As an activity’s director, I have the privilege of spending lots of time with our residents. With each event, social or activity, my goal is to make it a memorable and fun time, together. Getting to know each resident and making memories with them is my “why” and is so meaningful to my life. I have working in senior living as a lifestyle director for 3 years.
Prior to senior living, I was a personal trainer and fitness instructor for many years. I love teaching exercise to our residents, seeing them become stronger and gaining better balance and mobility. I am married with 3 wonderful children- Reagan, Colin and Luke. We recently moved from Arizona where I found a love of hiking, so I can’t wait to get on the trails here in Tennessee.
Megan Skaggs
Memory Care Lifestyles Coordinator
I am so honored to be a part of the wonderful community here at The Goldton of Spring Hill. I am originally from Florida and moved to Tennessee in 2020. I spent 4 years as a volunteer in Activities, and quickly learned this is a God-given gift and passion of mine. I’ve previously worked in customer service, hospitality, and various community outreach opportunities. I appreciate the opportunity to serve our elders in fun and purposeful ways each day. I am also a mother to my son, Carson, who is 10 years old. He brings much joy to my life!
Lynn Beckstrom
Lifestyles Director
Years ago, I started out as a volunteer at an assisted living facility. I was asked to work there as an activities assistant. I enjoyed working with seniors so much that I decided I wanted this to be my career. I went back to school to become an activities director and earned my certification through NCCAP (National Certification Council for Activity Professionals). Later I also pursued my CDP (Certified Dementia Practitioner) to better serve my residents and families. During my 16 yrs. of working with seniors I have worked in Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care and Adult Day Care. I still love working with senior and can’t imagine doing anything else. I am originally from the Chicago area. I have 3 children and 2 grandchildren, and an adorable Chihuahua, Dulce.
Lisa Chapman
Resident Care Coordinator
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Candace Santini
Wellness Director
I am from Murfreesboro, TN. I am married and have 4 children and 1 grandson. I have worked in senior living for 23 years. I started out as a CNA in skilled nursing. I then began a nurse and have worked in different nursing settings including skilled, home health, and psychiatric nursing. My heart has always been in senior living.
Patty Key
Dining Services Director
I have been in the food industry for approximately 30 years. Starting out in the hotel industry with Hilton I was a catering coordinator, Catering Director and eventually Food & Beverage Director. I transitioned to Director of Dining Services in senior living when I moved back to Murfreesboro to care for my mom and stepdad and to become a first-time grandmother. I have one son and one grandson that are the highlights of my “Mom” career.
Chris Coble
Maintenance Director
Chris comes to The Goldton at Spring Hill with six and a half years as a maintenance director of senior living communities, having earned three – zero deficiency life safety survey’s from the State of Tennessee. Chris has worked construction to operations in senior living, making him proficient in all maintenance needs in our community.
He has three grown children, and two amazing grandchildren.In Chris’ spare time he roots for the Kentucky Wildcats! Go Big Blue!
Andrew Stephens
Concierge
Andrew joined The Goldton of Spring Hill as a caregiver, and quickly transitioned to concierge to support the community by coordinating the many services that are provided to our residents. As the concierge, Andrew also assists with all central communications, assists families, and gives direction when needed for any information about our community, and also gives team support by stepping in wherever the need.
Andrew is currently attending college for health care administration and is looking forward to a career in geriatrics. He has always been drawn to seniors, as he was especially close to his grandparents. He saw the need of assistance as they aged and needed care.
As a Steeler’s fan, you can find him watching a bit of Football , as he loves to watch his favorite team play!