MEET THE TOWN SQUARE PRINCETON TEAM

Kevin’s guiding principle is the belief that everything we do and every decision we make is an opportunity to improve the life of another.

Following this belief, Kevin has been helping improve the lives of our senior population for over 25 years. He began his career as a Certified Nursing Assistant and soon realized he wanted to further his education and pursue a degree in Physical Therapy. Kevin proceeded to earn his master’s in Physical Therapy from Arcadia University and quickly returned to the senior care world. As a certified physical therapist, he delivered care in areas such as Cardiac Rehabilitation and Traumatic Brain Injury, spending the majority of his time working in homecare with the elderly population.

While in homecare, Kevin identified a need for supportive services that help aging individuals remain at home. This realization led naturally to the next chapter in his career: opening Senior Helpers Cherry Hill in 2007 and later Senior Helpers Ocean County, which he continues to own and operate today.

Town Square Princeton represents yet another new chapter in Kevin’s accomplished career. His leadership at the center is guided by his belief in its mission, to pioneer services that help seniors lead more independent and fulfilling lives.

Linda Panarella has over 15 years experience managing personalized care for seniors and specializing in dementia care. Linda is a Certified Dementia Practitioner, a PAC Certified Independent Trainer, and a Memory Bridge graduate. Prior to her career with Senior Helpers, she worked for over eight years as an Activity Director in assisted living.

Linda then served for five years as Director of Operations for Senior Helpers in Manchester, NJ, before becoming Director of Business Development for Senior Helpers and Town Square. Linda also served as a consultant for the construction and development of Town Square at the Jersey Shore — New Jersey’s first Town Square location. She’s proud to be an important part in bringing this new vital resource to NJ’s senior population.

Kristen Heaney has been Center Director for Town Square at the Jersey Shore since February 2022. She was promoted in September 2022 to Regional Center Director for all of our NJ Town Square locations. Kristen has over 25 years of experience in the senior living industry, including long-term care, subacute rehab, and assisted living.

Kristen graduated from West Virginia University with a BS in recreation management and is a licensed nursing home administrator. After graduating, she worked for a few years as an activity director and a director of memory care before becoming an administrator.

Over the past 22 years, Kristen has worked for the Hackensack Meridian Health post-acute care division. While with Hackensack Meridian Health, she has been part of five new community development projects and has experience with executive leadership and operations.

Kristen is honored to be a part of the Town Square family and continues to be as excited each day as she was the first time she walked in the front doors into Glenner Park.

Shannon comes to Town Square Princeton with a diverse background. She was most recently the director of memory care at an area independent and assisted living community. Prior to that, she has worked as a director of activities in area communities since 2015, and has worked in the Princeton area for the past 31 years. Shannon is passionate about developing relationships and looks forward to meeting and serving our members and their families. She is the proud mom of a 21-year-old son attending college. She loves to paint on canvas and spend time outdoors. Shannon maintains her standing as a lifelong learner, particularly in pursuing education and training in dementia care. She is excited about guiding the evolution of Town Square, a one-of-a-kind option for seniors, and having a front-row seat to witness the change and enrichment in lives every day.

Jennifer began her professional career in the senior care industry approximately 9 years ago as an activity professional, and later grew to become a memory care coordinator. She has experience in multiple settings including long-term care, subacute rehab, and assisted living communities. Prior to working in the field, Jennifer volunteered for several years at local long-term care facilities. She knew at a young age that she had a passion for memory care and went on to become both a certified activity director and certified dementia practitioner.

Jennifer is so excited to be able to bring her creative and positive approach to Town Square. Her mission is to ensure that each member gets purposeful and meaningful engagement while at our center with a focus on maximizing their strengths and abilities. She looks forward to spending time and building relationships with both our members and their families.

Nicole Paulucci began her career in the recreation field approximately 7 years ago as an activity coordinator, and later became the program supervisor for the Princeton Recreation Department. Among her duties was administering adaptive opportunities for individuals with intellectual disabilities in the greater Princeton community. Through this important work, Nicole has built critical community relationships with children, teens, parents, and seniors. Nicole is currently enrolled in the EWU online recreation therapy program. She holds a bachelor’s degree in speech from Iona College and earned her master’s degree in exercise science and sports administration from Montclair State University

Nicole is very passionate about enhancing and improving the quality of life of the members at Town Square by providing a multitude of opportunities and activities. She strongly feels that Town Square is a place that allows families and caregivers to be at ease that their loved ones are in a warm and friendly environment filled with a day of social and confidence-boosting activities. Nicole is excited about spreading her positive energy with members, their families, and her teammates, and is hopeful about making a difference in their lives every day while also showing her creativity. She could not think of a more rewarding experience than working at Town Square.

Barbara is usually the first face you see when you enter Town Square Princeton. Her welcoming demeanor and warm smile are ever-present.

Barbara holds an associate’s degree in human services and a bachelor’s degree in accounting. She has spent over 20 years in the nonprofit world, working in religious organizations and a homeless shelter. Barbara has a passion for working with the senior population and enjoys interacting with our members on a daily basis. She appreciates being able to use her business knowledge along with the people skills she has obtained over the years.

Barbara is married to her husband Scott and has three adult children. She loves animals and was previously the president of a no-kill animal shelter.