Executive Director
I graduated from Shenandoah University in 2016 with a Bachelors degree in Psychology and Public Health. I married my husband who is a local pastor in 2016. We have two wonderful children who bring us so much joy! I have been at the Center since September of 2018 and am so excited to see the Center keep growing!
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Assistant Director/ Activity Director
I began work at the Center in 2014 after completing my internship here. I graduated from the Master of Music Therapy program at Shenandoah University in 2017. In 2018, I got married and my girl joined our family in 2020. I love to travel and discover the world and experience different cultures. The Center and our participants bring me a lot of blessings and joy.
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Executive Assistant
I came to the ACC in 2009 as a volunteer and began working here in 2010. I have been married for 25 years and I have two wonderful children and am a Nona to two beautiful baby boys! The Center brings me great joy. I am thankful for my second family!
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Licensed Practical Nurse
I am a dedicated nursing professional with 10+ years experience in healthcare, including 7 years as a Licensed Practical Nurse. My passion for nursing grew after helping my grandmother care for my great-grandfather and having a special love for the elderly population. I find purpose in supporting their comfort and quality of life. Outside of my nursing career, I am a mother to four young children who inspire me daily and keep me busy throughout the day. In my free time, I am enjoying spending time with my family and working toward advancing my education. I am passionate about this field and aim to create a positive environment where clients and staff feel valued.
Activity Assistant
I started my journey with the Adult Care Center as a volunteer then was given the opportunity to join their team! I am currently studying at Shenandoah University to get a dual Bachelors degree in Exercise Science and Dance. My end goal is to become a Physical therapist to help a variety of populations become strong and confident again. The Center has created an amazing, welcoming community filled with blessings and great laughs!
Certified Nursing Assistant
I am a wife and mom of four children. I have eight grandchildren. I highly regard God first in life. I came to Winchester 25 years ago from Maryland and I have been a CNA for 40 years. One of my soul missions is to help people. I feel I am right where I need to be.
Registered Nurse
I am a registered nurse who lives in Stephens City, VA with my husband. We have two children. I specialize in working with the geriatric population providing resources and guidance for care needs. I enjoy gardening, canning and bee keeping.
Activity Assistant
I started my journey at the ACC as a student intern and I was given the opportunity to begin working here shortly after. I am a student in the doctoral of Occupational Therapy Program at Shenandoah University. The Center brings so much joy to my life, and I am so grateful to be a part of such an incredible place.
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I have been the chairman of the fundraising committee at the Adult Care Center for three years. I am a retired Speech Language Pathologist. I volunteer at the Center one to two times a week helping with activities including the Music Program. I have two grown sons and a granddaughter in California and two cats that keep me company.
I am married with two grown children, and two grandchildren. I have lived in this area most of my life. After 40 years, I have recently retired as a Registered Nurse from the Winchester Medical Center ICU. I have two siblings, Sally Booth Stryker and David Booth.
I also volunteer at the Center assisting with activities once a week. 
It is an honor and a privilege to be a Board Member of the Adult Care Center of the NSV. My family, Church and the community are important to me. They are an integral part of my mission in serving others.
I am a community volunteer who enjoys working with local non profit organizations dedicated to making our communities better. I am a graduate of Rollins College in Winter Park, Florida and have my teaching certificate from the University of Richmond. Before starting my family I worked as both a teacher and development director at Broadwater Academy on the eastern shore of Virigina, where I later developed a passion for volunteerism.
I am a roll up my sleeves leader, who jumps right in to help while also working with leadership to help establish mission and goals. I am a former President of the Little Garden Club in Winchester and former chair of the Historic Garden Tour of the Eastern Shore and she also has co-chaired Historic Garden Week in Winchester and been involved in the statewide tour for Garden Club of Virginia.
I currently serve on the boards of the Museum of the Shenandoah Valley and the Adult Care Center of the NSV and volunteer at CCAP and Bright Futures. I am also committed to the Christ Church community, serving as chair of the Altar Guild, member of the Choir, and on the Parish Life, Outreach, and Bright Futures committees.
I’ve grown up in Winchester my whole life right by my grandparents farm working and helping out whenever needed. I enjoy reading, cooking, gardening, training my dogs outside. Traveling, spending time with my family and helping out my community and or Church when ever I can. I’m very excited and looking forward to my future here at ACC!
I am the President and Chief Executive Officer at Shenandoah Valley Westminster-Canterbury. SVWC is a lifecare retirement community located in Winchester, VA. I attend Paynes Chapel United Methodist Church and am a member of the Winchester Rotary Club. I also serve on the LeadingAge Virginia Board. I am a graduate of Shepherd College with a bachelor’s degree in accounting and am a certified aging services professional. My favorite thing is spending time with my family especially my grandchildren. I live in Bunker Hill, WV with my husband of 31 years.
I have lived in the Winchester area since 1970. I have a husband, Steve, and two adult sons. I graduated from JMU in 1983 with a double major in psychology and social work. I retired in 2017 after having worked thirty-three years for the Social Security Administration. I enjoy sports, music, spending time with family and friends and walking our dog, Sadie. The ACC provides wonderful services to adults in our community. It is an honor to be serving on the board of the ACC with such dedicated staff and board members.
I also volunteer at the Center assisting with activities once a week.
Dr. Fowler established the Memory Care Center and is a former partner of Winchester Neurological Consultants. She currently works as a TeleNeurologist serving patients with acute neurological issues all across the United States.
A very proud momma of two very beautiful children, inside and out. A wife to the most supportive husband on earth. The outside is my sanctuary, it’s my peaceful escape. Family and nature my true loves!!!
Chris & Diane Shipe, Charles Harris, JJ Smith
I became involved with the Adult Care Center when I brought my Dad to the Center in 2004. He attended for three years; the Center’s activities and staff brought joy to his life during a difficult period. My background is in health services administration. I became a member of the Board of Directors and subsequently served as Board Chair and Secretary. After serving the maximum number of terms on the Board, I have continued my involvement as a volunteer. I did quilting with the ladies for several years. Now I play Life Stories with participants on Wednesday mornings. My husband Chris and I are Honorary Members of the Board of Directors.
I have been a critical care nurse for 17 years. I graduated from Shenandoah University with my BSN. My daily goals in life are to make a difference in someone else’s life, big or small. My favorite thing to do is watch my son, Lane play baseball.
