Leading the way in senior services.

Mr. Lawrence is a Licensed Nursing Home Administrator, a Certified Public Accountant and holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting from Seton Hall University where he graduated Magna Cum Laude and an Executive Masters of Business Administration in Finance from the Stern Graduate School of Business at New York University.

As President and CEO, Mr. Lawrence is currently leading FSL’s senior leadership team with responsibility for overall healthcare and medical services, independent living and home community based services operations and performance.  Mr. Lawrence actively participates with the FSL Board of Directors, ensuring the execution of strategic planning and development initiatives. His vision and number one priority is providing a high level of care and services to seniors as well as the sound financial health of the organization.

Mr. Lawrence received the “President’s Award” from LeadingAge NJ in 2019 for his outstanding accomplishments in the senior living industry.  He is a member of the American Society on Aging, LeadingAge, Healthcare Financial Management Association, American Institute of Certified Public Accountants, and New Jersey Society of Certified Public Accountants.  He resides in Millburn, New Jersey with his wife, son, and daughter.

As an innovative leader, strong organizational skills and entrepreneurial spirit, she spearheads innovative projects to help further the mission of Fellowship Senior Living and to enhance our services and programs to benefit all those we care for and serve.

Mrs. Fandel is a member of LeadingAge and is a graduate of Larry Minnix Leadership Academy.  With over 30 years of progressive business and development experience, Mrs. Fandel is a strong and strategic leader who is a highly effective, results-oriented senior-level professional with extensive business management, marketing and sales expertise.  Mrs. Fandel recognizes that brand awareness and marketing penetration is key to drive sales.  Having a diverse digital presence with an engaging website design and content, remarketing tactics, strong social media presence, optimized keywords, and targeted pay per click campaigns is essential in today’s marketplace.

Mrs. Fandel is a key contributor to Fellowship Senior Living’s marketing and strategic planning process and initiatives.  Her leadership skills and marketing expertise have increased revenues and expanded our mission.  Through understanding what resonates with older adults and families, Mrs. Fandel is able to best position print and digital marketing efforts to maximize qualified leads.  She ensures leads are cultivated through relationship-driven strategies, understanding their needs, and building trust.  Her entrepreneurial nature, creativity and innovative ideas and solutions have and continue to strengthen all of Fellowship Senior Living’s programs and services.

Mrs. Fandel brings with her to Fellowship Senior Living a passion for serving seniors.  She is a native of Chevy Chase Maryland, is married, has three children and currently resides in Morristown, NJ.

Prior to joining Fellowship Senior Living Mr. Mazzella held roles in financial and operational leadership positions for one of the largest senior healthcare providers in New York. During his tenure, Mr. Mazzella established one of the first sub-cute care facility in NY, expanded speciality services, and restructured the financial and operational programs to generate profitability through efficiencies and strategic initiatives.  His expertise also includes the oversight and management of a large portfolio of senior housing projects.

At Fellowship Senior Living Mr. Mazzella is a key member of the senior leadership team and is responsible for all financial, accounting and reporting procedures and internal controls. He oversees daily and long term financial planning and integration with operations, development, budgeting, financial, audit, and compliance reporting. Mr. Mazzella has been integral in financial, strategic, and financing initiatives to position Fellowship Senior Living as a strong provider within the senior living market place.

Mr. Mazzella has been honored for his accomplishments in the health care field and has been recognized and awarded for his innovative initiatives in the delivery of specialized health care services.   He holds a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration/Accounting Information Systems from Pace University and is member of the American College of Health Care Executives and Leading Age.  Mr. Mazzella resides in Ramsey, New Jersey, with his wife and two children.

Chris holds a bachelor’s degree in Healthcare Administration Management from the University of Phoenix. Mr. Black has licenses and certification in plumbing, HVAC controls, and nurse call systems. His knowledge of building systems and hands-on experience provides a unique and beneficial perspective in overseeing small to multimillion-dollar projects. Through his attention to detail, critical thinking, and leadership skills, Mr. Black has successfully negotiated very competitive contracts, managed timelines effectively, reduce costs, and creates a positive team environment.

Her attention to detail, in-depth clinical knowledge, organization skills, and passion for quality care has given Mrs. Sharp the tools to develop and implement positive changes to clinical processes, programs and policies to enhance services, reduce risks, and generate higher revenue.  Some key initiatives include EMR implantation and documentation, cardiac recovery program, and improved Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement programs with infection control and prevention plans.

As our astute clinical leader at Fellowship Senior Living, Mrs. Sharp has led the team to deficiency-free surveys, high PDPM reimbursement, consistent 5-star rating, and being placed in the top-performing ACO network.  Her leadership skills, expertise, and communication skills have also benefited resident, planning, and strategic discussions and meetings that have resulted in improved operations.

In recognition of Mrs. Sharp accomplishments, in 2019 LeadingAge NJ&DE presented her with the Professional Advancement Award.  She holds a bachelor’s degree in Nursing from Seton Hall University, a master’s degree in Health Care Administration from New Jersey City University, and a registered nurse license.   She is a member LeadingAge, Organization of Nurse Executives, and Sigma Theta Tau (national honor society of nursing).  She resides in Tewksbury, NJ, with her husband and son.

As a thoughtful and dedicated leader with strong operational and tactical skills, he has successfully led his team to help grow the mission of Fellowship Senior Living and to enhance our home and wellness services to benefit older adults.  During the past year, Mr. VanOrden and his team grew FSL’s therapy at home services by 200%.

Mr. VanOrden holds a bachelor’s degree in Health and Exercise Science with Honors from Wake Forest University, a master’s in Business Administration with a concentration in Healthcare Management from the University of Massachusetts Amherst, and a clinical Doctorate in Physical Therapy from Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis.  He is a 2020 Fellow of the Leading Age Larry Minnix Leadership Academy and was honored by Leading Age in 2022 with the Professional Advancement Award.

Andy is a skilled healthcare leader focused on quality care and services.  He previously served as the Rehabilitation and Wellness Area Director focused on subacute rehabilitation, outpatient therapies, wellness, and the expansion of therapy at home services throughout the state of New Jersey.  He is currently an Administrator in Training and has a broad understanding of Nursing Home Administration.

Mr. VanOrden brings with him to Fellowship Senior Living a passion for providing our older adults, both on-campus and off-campus, with superior quality care and services.  Andy resides in Ringwood, NJ with his wife Kara and their two daughters.

Mr. Aguilar is a Licensed Certified Public Accountant and holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting from Wilkes University and a Master of Business Administration in Finance from Fairleigh Dickenson University. A strong, analytical, and strategic executive, Mr. Aguilar has provided thought leadership to lead organizational, operational, and financial improvements. Most recently served at Simpson Senior Services, a multi-site Life Plan Community provider, where he implemented key initiatives to improve their operations.

In addition to Mr. Aguilar’s operational and business acumen, he believes in building strong relationships and establishing effective communication with all stakeholders. His focus is on providing exceptional care and services to older adults and the organization’s sound financial and operational health.

Her extensive years in the senior living industry have shaped the infrastructure, programs, and   services that have benefited many older adults.  Ms. Mills led her team in the repositioning of   nursing and personal care, achieved a 5-star quality rating, and led the implementation of an 80 million dollar expansion project.

Ms. Mills currently serves in the role of Executive Director of Friends Village, a premiere Fellowship Senior Living community. Ms. Mills has a strategic mindset and innovative outlook for the future of senior living and bringing the highest level of service and hospitality to older adults.  She places high value on operational efficiencies, quality of service, reinvesting in infrastructure, and supporting team members through recognition, open dialogue and relationship building while maximizing revenues.

Ms. Mills is a licensed Nursing Home Administrator in Pennsylvania and New Jersey, holds a Bachelor’s degree in Social Work and a Master’s Degree in Healthcare Administration.

Susan’s service to older adults began with work as a Director of Activities and progressively moved to roles in support services while obtaining her Administrator’s license.  During one of her longest management assignments, Susan and her team developed a successful dementia special care unit that served as a model for other units within a large hospital system.  Her love of writing led her to publish three books, including a textbook for activities professionals.  Susan has been a featured speaker at National and International conferences and was honored by the New Jersey Activities Professional Association with a Lifetime Achievement Award for her contributions to the Activities Profession.

Susan is licensed as a Nursing Home Administrator in both New Jersey and Pennsylvania. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology and a Master’s Degree in Healthcare Administration.

Mrs. Ardekani expertise extends to restructuring traditional facilities into person-centered communities with a focus on today while preparing for tomorrow. She has a keen understanding of the marketplace to position a community to honor the exigency of the older adults, families, and team members.

Additionally, Mrs. Ardekani is a licensed nursing home administrator, certified assisted living, and personal care home administrator. She was honored by the Pennsylvania Health Care Association in 2019 as the Executive Director of the year. In 2020 Mrs. Ardekani won the St. John Neumann Alumni award from Neumann University. She is currently a DBA candidate attending Johnson and Wales University.

His extensive expertise in the continuum of senior care includes post-acute, outpatient and inpatient rehabilitation, wellness, independent living, assisted living, Alzheimer’s, long-term skilled nursing, medical, and specialty physician services.

As part of the leadership team at Fellowship Senior Living Mr. Ellias has contributed significantly to the expansion and repositioning of Health and Medical Services to meet older adults’ prerequisites.  He has led the efforts to provide a home-like environment with a person centered culture by transitioning from an institutional model of care to a household model.  The household model focuses on the needs of the person while increasing engagement and providing a healthier living environment.  Mr. Ellias also guided the growth and expansion of Fellowship Medical Group, providing geriatric and specialty medicine to residents and the broader community.

Mr. Ellias education and licensure complements his extensive background in healthcare administration. He holds a master of business administration in healthcare administration from Mount Sinai School of Medicine as well as degrees in economics and social work from Queens College, City University of New York. Mr. Ellias is a licensed nursing home administrator in New Jersey and New York. He resides in Wayne, New Jersey, with his wife and two children.

Dr. Sheppell is one of 19 doctors at Morristown Medical Center who specialize in Geriatric Medicine. Dr. Sheppell is Board Certified in geriatric and internal medicine. He also serves as the Medical Director at Fellowship Village bringing his vast knowledge and experience in geriatric care to the residents of Fellowship Senior Living’s premier Life Plan Community.

In 1982, Mr. Mercado joined Compass Group and worked at several locations in New York, New Jersey and Pennsylvania where he gained a wealth of knowledge and know-how over the last 35-plus years on the right approaches to deliver a 5-star dining experience.  In recognition for his achievements in financial performance, customer service, and hospitality training Mr. Mercado received the President’s Award.

Mr. Mercado inherently understands the three primary areas that every restaurant or meal must achieve to provide the best experience to the customer – Presentation, Service, and Quality. Without those three special ingredients, a resident’s expectations will never be met.

At Fellowship Senior Living, Mr. Mercado has received many accolades, awards and recognition for his dedication to the customers and guests he has had the pleasure of serving over the years. He has earned the respect of his residents, colleagues, and the senior living industry for his unyielding devotion to people and service.

Mr. Mercado has been blessed with a wonderful wife, two children and two grandchildren. He resides in Lopatcong, New Jersey with his wife.

Mrs. Burach began her career as an account executive working on market research and new business development at a boutique advertising agency in NYC. She left the agency to oversee the account management efforts of an entertainment marketing agency focused on connecting brands with music, lifestyle and event sponsorships. After 9-11, Marcy worked as a Director for the NYC Economic Development Corporation where she managed programs designed to help struggling small businesses in lower Manhattan generate new business. Throughout the last decade, Marcy has successfully led sales and marketing teams through strong leadership, proven sales techniques, and insightful training on how to best connect with a prospect.

Marcy has a Bachelor of Science degree from Syracuse University and earned the Advertising in Excellence Award from the American Association of Advertising Agencies.

Marcy resides in Livingston, NJ with her husband and two children.

In recognition for his achievements in safety, leadership, performance, and resident service Mr. Maltese received Community Safety and Leadership Awards throughout his career.

As a thoughtful and dedicated leader, Mr. Maltese has embraced a resident-first approach. He focuses on both the big picture as well as the small details that make a difference in the lives of the residents. Mr. Maltese experience with preventative maintenance, day to day operations, and repositioning the residences to meet market demands directly contributes to the success of Fellowship Village.

Dominick’s work ethic and attitude are contagious, and his leadership skills empower team members to take pride in their work. He views Fellowship Village as if it were his own home where his experience leading people and contractors makes a difference every day.

Dominick is a graduate of Seton Hall University with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Business Management. He resides in Succasunna, New Jersey, with his wife Susan and twin sons, Dominick and Nicholas.

Stanley has over 40 years of experience in public accounting and taxation and still active in the professional practice with offices in New Jersey and Pennsylvania. Mr. Morin has been a frequent speaker on various accounting, auditing, tax and estate related topics. His concentrations are primarily in not-for-profit, corporate, and taxation matters. Stanley is a graduate of Husson University in Bangor, Maine, with graduate work completed at Fairleigh Dickinson University. He is chairman of the board and finance committee of Fellowship Senior Living. Mr. Morin has served on the board and committees of various local and national not-for-profit and charitable organizations. He is a trustee/treasurer of the Jack Weisberg Charitable Foundation.  Mr. Morin is a member of the Sun City/Okatie Lions Club, Rockaway Township Library Charitable Foundation, trustee of the NJ Lions Charitable Foundation, and has served in various capacities of these organizations. Mr. Morin is a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants, Pennsylvania Institute of Certified Public Accountants, New York State Society of Certified Public Accountants, and a Chartered Global Management Accountant. He is an active member of the New Jersey State Society of CPAs, having served as a trustee,  and was past chairman of the society professional conduct and ethics committees. Mr. Morin resides with his wife in Bluffton, SC, and has three children, three grandchildren and one great-grandchild.

After law school he completed a judicial clerkship for the Honorable Mahlon Fast, J.S.C. Since joining the firm, he has received a master of laws degree from New York University School of Law (L.L.M., 1997).

Jeffrey is a member of the Essex, Hudson and Morris county bar associations. He was also admitted to the U.S. Court of Appeals (3rd Circuit). As a member of the Association of Trial Lawyers of America, he has lectured on their behalf with regard to trial advocacy, and in 2010 lectured for the New Jersey Association for Justice regarding the use of rebuttal testimony. Jeff has also been a member of the William J. Brennan, Jr. Inn of Court since 1997. Jeff is a long-standing member of the New Jersey chapter of The Miami Project, dedicated to the cure of paralysis, and he was recently approved in 2013 to sit on the New Jersey Supreme Court’s 10B Ethics Committee for Morris County for a four-year term.

Walter is a Master Elite IRA advisor of Ed Slott’s Elite IRA Advisor Group℠, he also is an active member of the Elite POZ Advisor Group, a group of top advisors in the industry at helping their clients mitigate tax-rate risk and longevity risk. He is a Certified Wealth Strategist®, Professional Plan Consultant™ & holds membership of both SOFA (Society for Financial Awareness) plus the National Association of Tax Preparers (NATP.) Walter holds Series 7, 66 and 63 licenses. Walter is licensed in fourteen states and also holds active life and health Insurance licenses.

Since 1999, Walter has been a resident of Basking Ridge, with his wife, Suzanne, and two daughters, Isabel, and Natalie. Mr. Pardo is very active in his community in central New Jersey as a member of the Summit Lions club, & he served on the Board of Directors of Eversight. Since 2017, Walter has served as a member of the Board of Trustees of Loyola Jesuit Center in Morristown, New Jersey, where he is also the Men’s Retreat Coordinator for the Morristown Ignatian Spirituality Project.

Recent honors include being named Person of the Year by the Warren Chapter of the NAACP, an Honorary Alum by the Centenary University Alumni Association, reception of the first “Beacon” Award given by the Warren County Human Relations Commission and Granting of Entrance to the Village by the Elders of Brahabebome, Ashanti, and Ghana. Dave was ordained a priest by The Rt. Rev. Mark Beckwith, Tenth Bishop of Newark, on June 9, 2018.

Dave earned his undergraduate degree at Montclair State University, his Masters of Divinity at Drew Theological School, and completed courses in Anglican Studies at General Theological Seminary.

She is the CEO of Teleplus HealthCare; A medical software company that enables hospitals and providers to manage chronic care illnesses on a population level.   Suzanne has a strong belief in disease prevention and preservation of quality of life. Suzanne has practiced various aspects of acute care and cardiology across the health care spectrum. She has also worked as a consultant to several hospitals to establish preventive care, chronic care management and telemedicine. Suzanne earned her undergraduate degree at the University of Massachusetts, Amherst, her master’s at Seton Hall University and her Doctorate at Rutgers University.

Church and God have always been a part of Morley’s life. In his eyes, church provides a sense of community and family where one feels safe and loved. It is the abiding presence of God that holds everything together. Reverend Morley attended Saint Joseph’s University and received a BS in psychology and departmental honors in theology, where he experienced God in the ritual, art, gesture and sacrament of the regular celebration of the Holy Eucharist. It changed his life forever, and that experience helped bring him into the Episcopal Church, where he heard a call to ordained ministry. Morley received his master of divinity in 2002 from The Candler School of Theology at Emory University and became an ordained priest in the same year.

The experiences of being an area missioner for western Maryland, marriage, parenthood and being priest and pastor to the people continue to shape his understanding of God in Christ. For Morley, it’s the relationship with God and Christ that matters. Morley wants to help others to desire and delve into their own unique, authentic, intimate relationship with God, too. Reverend Morley wants to help inspire people to become disciples of Jesus and to inspire disciples to become apostles. Reverend Morley lives in Basking Ridge with his loving wife and two daughters.

Rulene the first recipient of Joan Vagelos Currie Award for Excellence in Teaching, the volunteer of the year award in Somerset county and the Educator of the year award in Somerset county. Mrs. DiFrancesco is a longtime active member of Somerset Hills Baptist Church.

He was a Vice President and trader at Goldman Sachs on the Loan Trading desk in New York from September 2005 until April 2009 and was a Managing Director and Head of Loan Trading at Wachovia Securities from October 1998 until September 2005. Bill has a BS degree in Finance from Pennsylvania State University and an MBA in Finance from New York University’s Stern School of Business.

He serves on the NaCCRA Board, the Past President of ORANJ, serving on the Legislative Committee resulting in the Veteran’s Property Tax Refund Bill and is a deacon at the Basking Ridge Presbyterian Church. Mr. Whalin also co-leads the Ipad Club with the assistance of high school students to help other residents at Fellowship Village with their electronic devices. Ron received his BS in Mechanical Engineering at New Mexico State University, his Masters in Mechanical Engineering at New York University and his Masters in Electrical Engineering at Rutgers University.

Dr. Pasnik earned a Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy from Tufts University and Doctorate in Physical Therapy from Boston University. Here at the Village, she’s enjoyed being a part of the Village Players in several of their productions. She is also chair of the Marketing Committee and chair of the Fellowship Foundation.

Her volunteer experience has included several leadership roles on local and national boards, through the Basking Ridge Presbyterian Church, Somerset Hills YMCA, VNA of Somerset Hills, PTPN-NJ Chapter, The Presbyterian Church USA’s Committee on the Theological Education and Frost Valley YMCA.

His initial skills were developed in the fast-paced kitchen at the Short Hills Hilton in Short Hills. In 2002, he opened up Delicious Heights, a small delicatessen in Berkeley Heights. Five years later he opened up his first full-service restaurant bar and grill (also named Delicious Heights in Berkeley Heights). Today he is the part-owner of three successful restaurants and two sophisticated banquet venues.

He credits his parents for his cooking talents and ambitious work ethic. If Ralph had a personal motto it would be, “Dream it, think it, do it. Repeat. He is supported by his wife Ioana and their two daughters.