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MHCA Slate of Officers Candidates
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CHAIR OF BOARD
Michael Tyler is the managing partner of Sandy River Company, a healthcare consulting and development firm based in Portland Maine. He graduated from the University of Maine with a degree in Business Administration – Accounting. Michael served in various financial positions with Northeast Health/Penobscot Bay Medical Center in Rockport, Maine between 1980 and 1987, prior to joining Sandy River Health System. During the next 20 years, and up until its sale in January 2007, Michael was instrumental in leading the growth and operations of Sandy River's health care portfolio from its initial two facilities to eleven facilities and managing over 1600 employees. During the time that Michael was President of Sandy River Health System, the company established a home care business, a children’s day care center and developed eight long term care facilities to include specialty facilities such as River Ridge, the State's first brain injury rehab center.
Michael transitioned to the Vice President of Development for Genesis HealthCare, which acquired Sandy River Health System during 2007. During 2015 Michael’s transitioned to a more limited consulting role with Genesis HealthCare, which continues today. The Sandy River Company has developed projects in Maine and Massachusetts, including Assisted Living Facilities designed and programmed to serve individuals with Alzheimer’s and other memory disorders, Skilled Nursing and Independent living facilities. Sandy River Company has developed four new state of the art Long Term Care Facilities in Maine.
In addition to serving on Maine Health Care Association’s Board of Directors, Michael has been a member of Governor Angus King's and Governor Paul LePage’s Transition teams, Chairman of the MHCA Workers Compensation Trust, Co-Chair with U.S. Congressman Michael Michaud and Norman Ledwin (President of Eastern Maine Healthcare) Blue Ribbon Committee to Address the Health Care Skilled Worker Shortage in Maine. He was also recently appointed to Maine State Workforce Board by Governor Mills.
Michael resides in Camden, Maine with his wife, Nadene. They have seven children and eleven grandchildren. He has been actively involved with youth sports and particularly instrumental in the development of youth ice hockey for the community, leading an effort where all children can participate regardless of their financial situation. |
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VICE CHAIR OF BOARD
Philip D. Jean, CNHA, FACHCA, serves as the Chief Executive Officer at Piper Shores in Scarborough, Maine. Phil brings over 25 years of executive-level experience in healthcare and senior living administration. He has been a licensed nursing home administrator since 1996 and is also certified and a fellow of the American College of Health Care Administrators. In addition to other local, state and national committee appointments and volunteer opportunities, he is an exam item writer/subject matter expert for the National Association of Long-Term Care Administrator Boards (NAB) and serves on the Board of Directors for both the Maine Health Care Association and the American College of Health Care Administrators.
Prior to Piper Shores, Phil worked as the Executive Director at Seabrook Village in New Jersey, where he was responsible for providing vision and strategic direction for a fully integrated and vibrant continuing care retirement community, serving over 1300 residents and 700 employees. In partnership with the Piper Shores' Board of Directors, residents and the community team, Phil is focused on building the resident and employee culture, evolving diversity and inclusion across the campus, expanding programs, services and amenities and fostering a community that boasts an exceptional quality of life and experience for Piper Shores residents.
Raised in Lewiston, Maine, Phil graduated from St. Dominic’s Regional High School and obtained his degree from the University of Maine Orono where he graduated with a Bachelor’s in Business Administration. He then went on to Husson University where he earned a Master’s in Business Administration, with a concentration in healthcare management. Outside of work, Phil loves spending time with his wife, daughter and pets and enjoys traveling with family and friends, skiing and boating on Sebago Lake.
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SECRETARY/TREASURER
Courtney Freeman has been in Senior Living for over eighteen (18) years, starting her career out as a caregiver. She continued to pursue a career in Senior Living after her Nana was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s. Throughout her career she has worked in Programming, the Business Office, Marketing and Sales, completed an Administrator-in-Training program and eventually ended with her current company Northbridge Companies in 2013, when she opened their first Maine Community, Avita of Stroudwater, as their Executive Director.
Northbridge Companies expanded in Maine, and Courtney was promoted to Senior Executive Director, as she helped spearhead the opening of Stroudwater Lodge, Avita of Wells and Avita of Brunswick. Over the years came more expansion, and Courtney was eventually promoted into her current role, Regional Vice President of Operations -North, where she oversees nine (9) Assisted Living Communities within Maine, New Hampshire and Massachusetts.
She has been honored as an ACHA/NCAL Future Leaders of Long-Term Care in America (2020) and most recently, graduated from the Argentum Leadership Advancement and Development Program (2023).
Courtney was born and raised in Maine. After traveling after college, she found her way back to Portland, where she currently resides with her husband Ross and her three adorable, hilarious children – Henry, Amelia and Leo.
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Candidates Running for the Board of Directors
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Sarah O’Sullivan, Director of Sales, Scarborough Terrace, Scarborough
Not a week goes by that don’t comment on the fact that I “found” Senior Living when I was a high schooler and that it is a field that I am as passionate about today, as I was back then. I am fifth generation on the same family farm in southern Maine and am always reminded of both our States diversity and just how small a world it is with my interactions through the Maine Christmas Tree Association, Daughters of the American Revolution and as a corporator for Kennebunk Savings Bank. It is though my professional and personal interactions that I recognize the value of communication, commitment, and consistency especially as it relates to the very serious and challenging legislative changes Maine Seniors need, and the Herculean obstacles Maine providers face. My thirteen years with Continuum Health Services provided front row education in the full scope of care levels, payor sources, diverse needs and evolving resources that are still relevant today as Terrace Communities navigates escalating care costs, creative recruiting techniques and the reminder that at the end of the day it is still an honor to serve our Seniors.
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Ericka Saucier, Administrator, Mercy Home, Eagle Lake
I have been a multi-level Nursing Home Administrator for over a year, but my experience in the geriatric field is over 13 years. When they say “work your way from the ground up”, I have done just that. I have been a Certified Nursing Assistant, Social Worker, and an Activities Director in multiple different levels of care. Coming from the vast experiences I do, my priority now as an Administrator are the residents’ quality of care and being treated with dignity and respect. From support groups to coordinating the Walk to End Alzheimer’s, there was never a challenge in long-term care that I have backed down from.
Growing up, my dream job was to “help people.” In order to do so, I knew an education would be detrimental to that goal. In 2016, I completed my Bachelor’s in Behavioral Science. Continuing my education, I received my Master’s in Social Work at the University of Maine at Orono in 2021. There have been many experiences that have shaped me into a passionate, hardworking, and motivated individual. A successful basketball career during my Bachelor’s, to now participating in the UMFK Foundation Board of Directors as a graduate from UMFK.
When I am not fighting for the geriatric population or volunteering my time at community events for the UMFK Foundation Board of Directors. I am transporting my two beautiful daughters to their dance, cheering, sports, or gymnastic events.
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Megan Stevenson, Administrator, Augusta Center for Health & Rehabilitation, LLC, Augusta
Megan Stevenson is a dedicated nursing home administrator with a heartfelt commitment to the well-being of our elder population. Currently working with National Healthcare Associates, Megan is driven by a genuine belief in the value and dignity of seniors. Megan has an appreciation for their rich life stories and the wisdom they offer.
Outside of her professional life, Megan enjoys a variety of interests that enrich her personal life. She loves spending quality time with her family, showing her horses, gardening, and golfing.
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Meghan Welch, Market President, Genesis Healthcare
Meghan attended the University of Southern Maine where she graduated with her Bachelor’s in Social Work, with a minor in Human Development and Family Relations. She is a licensed Multi-Level Nursing Home Administrator who has a passion for providing quality healthcare and advocacy to the long-term care sector. Meghan has worked in the long-term care industry for over 15 years. Prior to obtaining her MLA license, she previously held roles as the Admission & Marketing Director in many Southern Maine Genesis-affiliated facilities. Meghan has a passion for working with the geriatric population, and prides herself for having proficient communication, customer service and organizational skills. In addition she has excelled at marketing, management, quality improvement, and supervisory experience within the healthcare setting. Outside of work Meghan enjoys fostering rescue dogs, hiking, camping, snowboarding and spending time with her husband, daughter and two dogs!
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MHCA Business Services Slate of Candidates - 2 Year Terms
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Peter Davison, Administrator, Horizons Living and Rehab Center
Peter A. Davison has been a licensed multi-level administrator for over 33 years working for Rousseau Management, Inc. managing Nursing, Residential and Multi-level facilities. He is a member of the American College of Health Care Administrators, serves on the board of Bath-Brunswick Respite Care as well as the Chairperson of the Topsham Historic District Commission. He has served as member of the MHCA Business Services Board.
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Andrea Otis-Higgins, Chief Operating Officer, First Atlantic Healthcare
Ms. Otis-Higgins became the company’s Chief Operating Officer in May 2015. She is a registered nurse and holds a certificate of graduate study, nursing education BS in nursing from the University of Southern Maine as well as an MBA with a concentration in Leadership from St. Joseph’s College, Standish, ME.
As the COO she provides overall leadership and direction to all employees and is responsible for directing the day-to-day operations of the company. In addition, she leads our quality assurance performance improvement program (QAPI) and is a leader on our corporate compliance committee.
Andrea specializes in restructuring operations to improve outcomes, helping facilities become more productive and improve customer service. She oversees clinical consulting services, electronic medical record functions, proper compliance with MDS regulation and management of our CMS 5 STAR ratings. She regularly presents on a wide range of clinical and operational topics and has provided consulting services to several long term care providers and hospital systems.
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