Leonard Wilkinson

Executive Director

Leonard Wilkinson joined the Springhouse Management team in November of 2014 as Executive Director of Chestnut Grove. He is a proven leader in senior care with more than 15 years of industry experience, including serving as Executive Director in assisted living communities in Chesapeake, Hampton and Portsmouth, Virginia. Leonard is known for his passion and dedication to seniors, which he demonstrates by his personal involvement in several professional networks, including the Virginia Assisted Living Association (VALA) and Partners in Healthcare-Richmond. He works as a tireless advocate for the senior community, promoting improvements to the quality of life for all seniors.  Leonard is a Licensed Administrator and Licensed Preceptor through the Commonwealth of Virginia Board of Long-Term Care Administrators-Department of Health Professions.  A graduate of Old Dominion University, Leonard holds a Bachelor of Science in business administration and a certification from the National Council of Certified Dementia Practitioners. He resides in Virginia with his wife and son.

Melanie Wood

Director of Business Administration

With over 20 years of experience in business administration and marketing, Melanie brings a great depth of talent to Chestnut Grove.  She is very detail oriented and is proficient in human resources, personnel and accounting essentials.  Melanie oversees the administration of our day to day business operations.

Melanie is very compassionate and service oriented and enjoys being involved in the Richmond community at large.  Volunteer positions include Past President of Commercial Real Estate Women (CREW Richmond), Board Member of the Greater Richmond Association of Commercial Real Estate (GRACRE), Weaver Athletic Association and Bon Air Volunteer Fire Department.  She was previously appointed as a Diplomat for the Greater Richmond Chamber of Commerce and served on their Steering Committee where she was invited to participate in the San Antonio/Austin, Texas economic development trip on behalf of the Richmond Chamber.

 A Virginia native, Melanie studied Marketing and Fashion Merchandising at Radford University and lives with her family in the Richmond area.

David Thomas

Director of Dietary Services

David grew up in Roanoke Virginia, and moved to Richmond in 1986 to attend Virginia Commonwealth University where he graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in fine art. He started his culinary career as a way to pay for college, but also discovered it was an excellent way to exercise his artistic talents. David’s experience includes everything from eclectic vegetarian to French/Asian fusion fine dining. He has catered events for 50 to 500 people and has worked on a mobile food cart that served classic American cuisine. David also owned and operated a bakery and coffee shop from 1998 to 2004 where he nurtured the love of baking that was handed down by his mother. In 2013, he joined Chestnut Grove where he said it has been his pleasure to share all he has learned in his 27 years in the food industry. David’s philosophy at Chestnut Grove is to bring a “made-from-scratch” dining experience that is as enjoyable as it is unexpected in an assisted living community by serving quality meats, fresh vegetables and homemade desserts.

Levi Carrington

Director of Maintenance

As the Director of Maintenance, Levi directs all operations in our maintenance department as well as the laundry, transportation and housekeeping departments. A former maintenance technician with a major commercial real estate firm, Levi also brings a wealth of experience in team management with 10 years of experience with one of our country’s oldest and well-respected retail companies. Levi is a natural leader and does a great job in our support services departments.   His education includes computer technology at Key Business College and business management at Saint Paul’s College.

Beth Porter

Activity Director

Beth is a Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist. This designation requires a 4-year college degree as well as hundreds of additional hours of on the job training before you can sit for the exam.  Her activities include programming that support our residents’ emotional, spiritual, intellectual and physical well-being.  She has extensive knowledge in her field and is a graduate of Longwood University which has one of the best programs in the area for therapeutic recreation.

“Bringing fun and excitement to a resident’s life is very rewarding.  I learn a lot by listening and spending time with them.  They even taught me how to knit.  It has become my favorite past time and I enjoy sharing that hobby with my family and friends.”   Beth Porter

Angela DeBerry

Rehabilitation Manager

Angela is the manager for Select Rehab located on-site at Chestnut Grove.  Residents who live with us benefit greatly from the Physical, Occupational and Speech Therapies that Select offers.  Located on-site, Angela can secure therapy services in a quick and timely manner whenever the need arises.

Angela received her Bachelor’s Degree from Virginia Commonwealth University, her masters from Old Dominion University and her Certified Dementia Practitioner designation through the National Council of Certified Dementia Practitioners.

Angela has over 21 years of experience in a variety of health care settings, including skilled nursing, the Veterans Hospital, home health, with most of her career being in assisted living. Married with 4 children, Angela enjoys spending time with her family and friends.  When not enjoying one of her favorite past times of traveling, Angela enjoys watching football, basketball and ice skating.  She has a great heart for the senior population and enjoys helping them with their physical therapy needs.