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Assisted Living Services: Our Team

STAFF INFORMATION AND BIOS

The Assisted Living Services Program at Wabash Center is very proud of our consistent and stable staff team.

In addition to the comprehensive initial training program, staff members are also provided seminars and in-service training programs monthly to ensure the highest quality of care possible.


Tina Richter
Director
Holds a degree in elementary education from Purdue University; joined Wabash Center in 1989. "I like being a part of something incredible, and I feel proud of what I do. I get to teach and learn from consumers, staff and families. I feel like I can make a difference in the lives of the people around me."
Tina Richter
Tawnya Dempsey
Staffing Coordinator

Studied law and society at Purdue University; joined Wabash Center in 1999. "I love the folks we work with and I enjoy seeing them grow and become more independent each day. And there is always something new to learn."
Tawnya Dempsey
Wendy Maxson
Senior Quality Assurance Coordinator

Began her Wabash Center career in 1999. Most enjoys "making a difference in people's lives."
Wendy Maxson
Ronda Hicks
Community Living Coordinator

Earned a bachelor's degree from Purdue University in physical education and a master's degree from Indiana University in kinesiology. Ronda joined Wabash Center in 1989 and  has worked with children and adults,  "I love seeing the folks grow and change."
Ronda Hicks
Billie Jo Neal
Community Living Coordinator

Joined Wabash Center in 2002. "I like working here because every day is a different challenge. No matter what kind of day you're having, the consumers will put a smile on your face."

Billie Jo Neal
Christopher Hannon
Community Living Coordinator

Chris graduated from Purdue University with a BA degree in Secondary Social Studies Education. After graduating he worked several years as a Case Manager and in a group home for adolescent boys removed from their homes by Probation or Child Services. Chris joined Wabash Center in January 2010. "Each consumer has brightened my day at some point.  I also love that my job exposes me to so many wonderful people with such different personalities and special gifts and strengths."  

 
Christopher Hannon 
Arin Graves
Community Living Coordinator

Bio coming soon!
Arin Graves 
Paula Nicholson
Supported Living Program Manager

Holds a nursing assistant diploma; worked four years with the elderly; began working with Wabash Center consumers who live in their apartments in 2000. "Whether it's teaching new skills, developing professional relationships in the community or giving families peace of mind that their loved one is being taken care of, I like helping people and helping consumers achieve a meaningful life."
Paula Nicholson
Maire Pulliam
Office Manager
Joined Wabash Center in 2005. "I love the consumers and what they teach me about life."
Marie Pulliam
Mary Hobson
Administrative Assistant

Joined Wabash Center in 2006. " I enjoy the consumers, they always make me smile."

 

Mary Hobson



Barb Slayton
Director of Nursing

A registered nurse with bachelor's degrees in nursing and education; on Wabash Center staff since 1999. "I like knowing I make a difference in the quality of life of those I serve. I can't always alleviate a chronic health issue, but I can work with the client's medical team to minimize its impact. And I enjoy learning the lessons my clients teach me. They truly are inspiring."
Barb Slayton

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