The MWV Adult Day Center has a team of caring staff members who have received specialized training to provide the best care possible for our guests. Learn more about their experience and why they love their work at the Center. Interested in joining our team? View job openings here.
Scott Fields
Director/Administrator
Education:
BS – Business Administration, Boston University 2004
M.Ed. – Policy, Planning, and Administration, Boston University 2006
Experience:
Scott brings nearly 30 years of administrative, financial, and operational experience in higher education. Most recently, he served as Chief Operating Officer for the Community College System of New Hampshire. Throughout his career, Scott has led strategic planning efforts, developed operational workflows, drafted policies and procedures, overseen critical maintenance and capital budgets, and guided program development. He also has extensive experience collaborating with external constituents, state agencies, and nonprofit boards to achieve positive outcomes.
Why I Love Working Here:
“I am excited to join the MWV ADC team because the Center provides so much to our guests and their families—support services, socialization, and respite. Everyone deserves the opportunity to be engaged and to live with dignity and grace. The Center offers these opportunities to every person who walks through our doors, and it is truly wonderful to be part of that mission.”
Tina Bonhomme
Business Office Manager
Education:
Associate’s degree in Business Administration
Experience:
30+ years of Office Administration. Prior to the ADC, I was a Customer Service Manager for a manufacturing company in Massachusetts, for 14 years prior to moving to Conway. Prior to Office Administration I was an assistant teacher in a preschool and a paraprofessional working with high school students with Autism.
Why I Love Working Here:
I enjoy getting to know the guests and families. It is great having a place like the ADC in the north country. I had a grandmother in northern NH with Dementia and Alzheimer’s.
Evan Fritz
Maintenance/Facilities
Guest Assistant
Education:
University of Mary Washington
Experience:
Evan has customer service, maintenance and facilities experience while working at Memorial Hospital.
Why I Love Working Here:
“There’s a sense of satisfaction that goes along with assisting an endeavor such as the ADC: Providing a much-needed resource for the local community. Also, I work with a phenomenal/capable team. Every single member of the staff is a joy to work with.”
Jenny Hagerty RN
Staff Nurse
Education:
Bachelor’s of Science in Nursing from Husson University
Experience:
Jenny comes to the ADC with experience in various clinical settings-Pediatrics, Medical/Surgical, Obstetrics, Pediatrician’s Office & School Nursing. Most recently Jenny did work with the MWV Dementia Capable Grant.
Why I Love Working Here:
“I love working here because it’s an extremely beautiful and wonderful gift to our community. It’s an honor to work with dedicated coworkers and volunteers helping our guests enjoy their day to the fullest with kindness, support and meaningful activities”.
Sandra Layne
Guest Assistant
Education:
NCCAP Activities Certificate
Experience:
Sandra comes to the MWV Adult Day Center with 20 years experience as an activities director in a Residential Care Facility.
Why I Love Working Here:
“I ‘tried’ retirement 6 months ago, but truly missed being apart of the ADC family and came back part-time in December.”
Liza Macomber
Guest Assistant
Education:
Liberal Arts Degree from Champlain College in Burlington, VT.
Experience:
Liza has experience and training in working with individuals with dementia and brain injuries. This experience is with in-home care as well as group home settings.
Why I Love Working Here:
“I feel privileged to work at a place that is needed in the MWV community.”
Katie Malia RN
Staff Nurse
Education:
Bachelors of Science in Nursing from University of Missouri
Experience:
Katie brings her years of nursing experience in working in public health and pediatrics. Katie was most recently a school nurse in the MSAD 72 District.
Why I Love Working Here:
“The Mount Washington Valley is very fortunate to have the Adult Day Center. It is a privilege for me to work with the guests who come here and their families who need our support and care.”
Michael O’Donnell
Guest Assistant
Education:
Bachelors of Social Work from Rhode Island College; Cum Laude
Experience:
Mike has been in human services for over 20 years and most recently as a teachers assistant at a school for autistic children. Mike also comes to the MWV Adult Day Center with 11 years as a service coordinator at another Adult Day Center.
Why I Love Working Here:
“My meme lived to be over 100 years of age and was empowered by caring people who understood the importance of not forgetting seniors, developmentally disabled or individuals who choose to isolate themselves from the world outside. I want to empower those who need to be remembered and through the Mount Washington Valley Adult Day Center that is possible.”
Judith A. Pierce
Guest Assistant
Education:
Graduate of Art Institute of Boston, Certified Technical Arts Teacher
Experience:
Judy has been a nurses aide and a activities director in MA, RI and NH
Why I Love Working Here:
“This facility is a place of beauty and happiness. Making our guests life enriched brings me joy. Life is good.”
Christine Smith
GUIDE Community Program Manager
Education:
Master of Science – Psychology Southern New Hampshire University, Dementia Care Specialist, Certified Brain Injury Specialist
Experience:
My name is Christine Smith, and I have lived in the valley for 20 years. Throughout my entire adult life, I have worked with individuals with traumatic brain injuries and developmental disabilities. These experiences have given me a deep understanding of diverse care needs, strong communication skills, and a genuine commitment to supporting individuals and families through challenging transitions.
Shifting my focus into dementia care feels like a natural and meaningful next step. I am passionate about the GUIDE (Guiding an Improved Dementia Experience) program and its mission to help individuals living with dementia remain safely at home with the people they love for as long as possible.
Why I Love Working Here:
“I truly enjoy working with older adults and feel honored to support families navigating a journey with dementia. The GUIDE program’s emphasis on caregiver education and ongoing support aligns perfectly with my values. Being able to empower caregivers, strengthen understanding, and help families feel more confident is incredibly rewarding.”
Lisa Woodbury
Community Outreach Coordinator
Education:
BA in Graphic Design from Plymouth State University
Experience:
Lisa has worked in Sales and Marketing over the last 10 years, previously she worked for a local non-profit organization as a Program Coordinator and then moved to the Executive Director position. Lisa holds a deep connection with the elderly population, crediting the connection to her mother, a nurse who worked in geriatrics and with Alzheimer’s patients.
Why I Love Working Here:
“I love the care and the enjoyment that our guests receive when coming to the MWV ADC and I am proud to work with a group of professionals that make coming to work very enjoyable”.
Lori
Administrative Assistant
Education:
High School Diploma
National Registered EMT/Firefighter
Public Information Officer
Stop the Bleed Instructor
Experience:
“I am a local EMT with a strong commitment to serving my community. Alongside my work in emergency medical services, I spent more than 20 years in the oil and propane industry, gaining extensive experience in customer service, dispatching, scheduling, billing, inventory control, and workplace safety as part of the safety committee. Balancing both fields has strengthened my ability to stay calm under pressure, communicate effectively, and support others with compassion and reliability. I bring these skills to every interaction as I continue to serve and connect with families in our community”.
Why I Love Working Here:
“I have always had a passion for helping others, and I truly enjoy working closely with families to ensure a positive and safe experience at MWV ADC. I am proud to be part of such an amazing team and look forward to continuing to learn and grow alongside them. Our guests are wonderful, and I am dedicated to building positive, trusting relationships with them and their families every day.”
