Meet Our Staff

Our trained and experienced staff at Sheltering Arms Residential Care Home has dedicated their careers to providing you and your loved ones with the highest level of senior independent living in a trusting and home-like environment. The charm of this community is the sincere caring that happens between residents and our staff members.

Cary Trantalis, RN, MSN, Vice President of Eldercare Services “As a Registered Nurse in Eastern Connecticut since 1986, I find it professionally and personally fulfilling to assist seniors in navigating systems to find solutions to meet their social and healthcare needs. Seeing them live secure and happy lives is an honor.”
Arlene Foley, Food Service Manager/Cook “I have been working in food service since 1977. I really enjoy preparing home cooked meals for the seniors at Sheltering Arms and Ross Adult Day Center."
Rosemary Kamireddy, RN, Clinical Community Liaison “I like to connect with people, and can find humor and the silver lining in most situations. I’ve been caring for seniors in this community since 1989.”
Dawn Lesinski, COTA/L, Activity Director "With a background in Yoga and Occupational Therapy, my passion is helping people live life to the fullest."
Annalise Meadows, LPN, Nurse Supervisor Bringing years of experience to the roll of Nurse Supervisor, Annalise has worked in the areas of primary care, palliative care, long-term care, dermatology/wound care, and management since 2012.
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