Leadership Team
Reverend Doctor Richard Leaver
Chaplain
Richard graduated from Drexel University with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, earned his Masters of Divinity from Palmer Theological Seminary and his Doctor of Divinity from Drew School of Theology. He has 28 years of experience as an ordained Elder in the United Methodist Church after 20 years in private industry. Richard is a Certified Spiritual Director, Board Certified Pastoral Counselor and is Grief Care Certified. He is a member of the American Association of Christian Counselors and the International Society of Pastoral Counselors. Richard especially enjoys speaking and counseling residents and staff, leading Bible studies and preaching.
Richard is an amateur DJ and loves spinning music from the 20s until today. He has played for youth groups, senior dances and other types of crowds. He and his wife, M Darlene Crowder-Leaver, love to travel. They share their home with niece Stacey, nephew TJ and grandnephew Jacob.
Alma Mullaney, RN
Director of Nursing
Alma received her LPN in 1978 and became an RN in 1983. She has been working in senior-care since 1983 and has been a Director of Nursing in long-term care since 1986. Alma is certified in Gerentological Nursing through the ANCC and is a Certified Director of Nursing Administration through NADON. She received her Licensed Nursing Home Administration Certification in Rhode Island in 1985.
When not at work, Alma enjoys reading, re-learning the piano and studying the Bible. She has two daughters and five grandchildren.
Karen Noone
Physical Therapist
Karen worked as a physical therapist for two years in an acute care hospital and two years in a senior community before coming to Collingswood Manor seven years ago. She earned her Master’s Degree in Physical Therapy and received a Certificate of Applied Holistic Medicine from Harcum College. Karen thrives under the team approach to resident care at Collingswood Manor.
In her spare time Karen enjoys running, reading and Tai Chi. She is married and has two children.
Carol Johnson
Staff Development Coordinator
Carol graduated from the Methodist Hospital School of Nursing in 1974. She has held various positions in senior care and rehab communities for the past 32 years including Infection Control, Charge Nurse, Assistant Director of Nursing, Director of Nursing and finally, Staff Development Coordinator, the position she hold at Collingswood today. Her job gives her the opportunity to educate staff to become more confident and proficient and improve the quality of life for residents.
Karen Viola, RN
Director of Wellness
Karen holds a degree in Applied Science of Nursing and is a Registered Professional Nurse with 30 years of experience. She has 23 years of experience in geriatric care and 18 years in supervisory and management roles. Karen’s certifications include Certified Assistant Living Nurse in NJ, CPR/AED and Medication Technician Instructor. When asked what she loves about her job her response will be “caring for the health of others”.
Karen’s husband of 27 years is her best friend. They have two sons; one in college studying international business (and is the track captain) and the other graduated in 2008 with a degree in graphic design. Her hobbies include gardening, shelling, traveling, dancing and walking on the beach.
Mary Moloney
Volunteer Coordinator
Mary received her Bachelor’s degree from LaSalle University in Philadelphia. She was a pharmacy manager for 4 years before joining the staff, first as part of the activity staff and now as the volunteer coordinator.
Mary is married and has three sons. In her spare time she enjoys exercise, reading, cooking, hiking and movies.
Chuck Lampitt
Director of Dining Services
Chuck has over 30 years experience in food service management and holds an Associate Degree in Food Service Management and Culinary Arts. He is a certified chef, also holding dietary manager and ServSafe certifications.
Chuck’s enjoys fishing, soccer and golf. He has been married to his college sweetheart for 28 years and they have two children.
Pete Johnson
Director of Housekeeping and Laundry
Pete has over 29 years of experience in housekeeping and laundry in various types of healthcare environments including assisted living, long and short term care and hospitals. He enjoys the friendliness and teamwork he experiences at Collingswood Manor.
His family includes his wife, two daughters and a dog. In his spare time Pete takes pleasure in singing, sports and driving through the countryside.
Jen Pantaleo
Social Work
Jen hold a Master’s degree in Social Work and is certified in Gerontology. Her background includes hospice social work. Jen loves spending time with residents and their families and feels it is a privilege to care for them.
In her spare time Jen loves cooking, reading, caring for her dogs and has recently started training in aerial arts.
Sharon Krenski
Employee Services Director
Sharon is a graduate of George Washington High School and holds a Certified Assisted Living Administrator license. Before coming to Collingswood Manor she worked in the business office of the University of Pennsylvania Hospital.
Sharon has been married for 38 years, has three daughters and three grandchildren. Her hobbies include cooking, baking bread, reading “good” mystery books and taking nature walks.
Len Weiser
Executive Director
Len has experience at several senior living providers where he served as Director of Nursing, Nursing Home Administrator and Executive Director. He has also worked on the corporate team overseeing operations and programming aspects for resident services departments. Len has a Master of Science in Executive Leadership from Wilmington University and a Bachelor of Science in nursing from Rutgers University, Camden. Len is a licensed nursing home administrator and a registered nurse. He lives outside of Philadelphia with his family which includes 3 teenage sons. During his free time he enjoys spending time with family and friends, loves to camp, sit on the beach and ski.