Our Team

With over 30 years of experience in healthcare and more than 25 years dedicated to senior care, Kay brings a deep commitment to enhancing quality of life for older adults. A Registered Dietitian by education, Kay served as Vice President of Nutrition & Dining Services for 20 years before transitioning to Vice President of Experience and Hospitality, where she focused on elevating resident and associate engagement and satisfaction. Later, as Regional VP of Operations, Kay oversaw several Independent and Assisted Living communities, driving operational excellence and team development.
Kay holds a Master’s degree in Healthcare Leadership from Friends University and is also a licensed Care Home Operator. Her leadership philosophy is rooted in humility, integrity, and transparency, and she embraces a servant leadership approach that prioritizes people and purpose. Kay attributes every success to God’s guidance and grace and strives to lead with compassion and accountability.

Jeanne Lewis is a dedicated senior living professional known for her steady leadership and her genuine commitment to enhancing the lives of older adults. Jeanne truly loves working with the residents, and that joy shows in the way she listens, supports, and advocates for them every day.
During her six‑year tenure at Georgetown, Jeanne has fostered a culture where staff feel supported, and residents feel truly at home. Colleagues often describe her as attentive to detail and deeply invested in creating spaces where people feel safe, connected, and cared for. She especially enjoys baking and making extra‑special treats for the residents, adding a personal touch that brings comfort, smiles, and a sense of home to the community.
Outside of work, Jeanne’s greatest joy comes from her family. She and her husband, Larry, share four children and are proud grandparents to nine grandchildren who keep life lively, meaningful, and full of heart. Whether she’s spending time with her growing family or supporting her Georgetown residents, Jeanne brings sincerity, purpose, and compassion to everything she does.

With 29 years of experience in the food service industry, Zechariah brings a lifetime of hands-on expertise to Georgetown by Axiom. Having worked every position in restaurants across the country—and coming from a food service family—he understands the heart of hospitality from the ground up.
Locally, Zechariah has served in a variety of respected establishments, including Twelve Restaurant and Bar as a line cook and server, Larkspur Bistro as bartender and server, at Village Inn as an Assistant General Manager Walnut River Brewery, where he managed the taproom as General Manager. Across all these roles, he has built a reputation for reliability, leadership, and a genuine care for the people he serves.
Zechariah has a passion for creating food that is both nutritious and delicious. He chose to join Georgetown because it allows him to use his skills in a way that genuinely serves others—bringing quality, care, and integrity to every plate he prepares.

Tanya Merritt is a dedicated professional with over ten years of experience working in senior living, guided by a deeply personal sense of purpose. Her commitment to caring for older adults is rooted in her relationship with her grandmother, who inspired her passion for service, compassion, and dignity in aging. This foundation has shaped not only her career path but also the way she connects with those she serves.
Throughout her decade in senior living, Tanya has gained extensive experience supporting residents, families, and care teams. She understands the importance of creating environments where seniors feel safe, respected, and valued. Her work reflects a balance of professionalism and heartfelt care, informed by both hands-on experience and personal motivation.
Tanya is known for her empathetic approach and strong communication skills. She builds trusting relationships by listening closely, showing patience, and advocating for residents’ needs. Colleagues and families alike recognize her as someone who leads with integrity and consistently puts people first.
At the heart of Tanya Merritt’s work is her “why”: honoring her grandmother by ensuring others receive the same respect and compassion. As she continues her career in senior living, she remains committed to making a meaningful difference, carrying forward the values that first inspired her to serve.

Kyle Martinez is the Facilities Director at Georgetown, bringing with him a diverse and hands-on background in construction, maintenance, and regulatory compliance. His career began in residential remodeling construction, where he developed a strong foundation in building systems, craftsmanship, and problem-solving.
Kyle later expanded his technical expertise by working as a welder on large-scale construction projects. In this role, he contributed to complex industrial builds that demanded precision, safety awareness, and teamwork in high-risk environments. This phase of his career sharpened his technical skills and reinforced the importance of strict safety standards, documentation, and coordination across multiple trades and disciplines.
Transitioning into healthcare, Kyle moved into facility maintenance within hospital settings, where he gained experience maintaining critical systems that directly support patient care. He later specialized in facility life safety, ensuring buildings remained compliant with state regulations as well as standards set by The Joint Commission and the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). His work took him across the nation, overseeing compliance efforts, inspections, and corrective actions to protect patients, staff, and organizations. Today, Kyle leverages this broad experience to lead operations with a strong focus on safety, compliance, and operational excellence.

Bringing nearly 40 years of dedicated pastoral care experience, Shannon has served in diverse ministry and chaplaincy roles with unwavering commitment to spiritual guidance and compassionate support. Licensed to preach in 1987 and ordained in 1996, Shannon pastored three Baptist churches for 11 years while earning a Bachelor of Applied Science in Christian Ministries from Southwest Baptist University and a Master of Divinity from Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary.
Following his pastoral service, Shannon served as a Chaplain and Officer in the U.S. Air Force for 11 years, providing spiritual care to service members and their families. He later transitioned to Hospice Chaplaincy for two years and worked as a Partnership Specialist for the U.S. Census Bureau, representing faith-based organizations across Kansas during the 2020 Census. During this time, he also briefly pastored the Evangelical Free Church in Udall, KS.
Since early 2022, Shannon has served as Chaplain at Georgetown, where he supports residents and families through complex life challenges, fostering an environment of healing and understanding. His pastoral care is delivered with empathy, professionalism, and alignment with the organization’s mission of holistic support.