Staff + Governance

At The Woodlands at Stowe, we are family. Our staff members are committed to your comfort, security, and well-being while respecting your privacy and independence. We are here to ensure you are as active and are engaged as much as you wish.

With the goal to remain active members of the community, the staff at The Woodlands is here to help you make that happen.

The residents and staff make this a special community by caring for and supporting each other, which we believe sets us apart from other independent living communities.

Our Team

The team at The Woodlands includes:

Ruthie Adams

Site Manager

Ruthie is a native Vermonter who has been part of the hospitality industry for most of her career. At The Woodlands, she feels fortunate to bring her many years of experience to this beautiful hidden jewel tucked behind the ledges in Stowe.

A true lover of good food and an accomplished baker, sharing her treats with family and friends is part of her love language. Offering warmth and community to all those who enter the doors of The Woodlands is one of the things she is most passionate about.

A single mom with a beautiful daughter, she resides in Barre with her two kitties, Maizie and Milo. Her favorite snack… popcorn! She loves to read (or mostly listen), travel dirt roads, bake, and spend time with her family and friends.

Ruthie Adams, Site Manager | The Woodlands at Stowe

Jenn Lindorff

Resident Advocate & Activities Coordinator

Jenn brings a warm, people-first approach to her work, drawing on a strong background in education and customer support. Originally from Vermont, she spent over a decade living and growing in Minneapolis, Minnesota, before returning home to her New England roots. In her professional life, she focuses on clear communication, kindness, and building real connections with others.

Outside of work, Jenn loves spending time with her family. She manages a happy, busy household alongside her husband, their twins, their dog, and rabbit. She is also an avid traveler who loves exploring new places around the world in search of the best coffee and pastries.

No matter where her work or adventures take her, Jenn thrives on creating welcoming spaces, helping others feel supported, and bringing a genuine smile to everything she does.

Gale Martin

Office Assistant & Head Housekeeping

Gale has worked as Office Assistant and Head Housekeeping Services at The Woodlands since we opened 27 years ago. Her goal each day is to help each resident in any way she can.

She has lived in Lamoille County her entire life and in her spare time enjoys gardening, outdoor activities, reading and spending time with her three grandchildren.

LeeAnna Chaves

SOUS CHEF/UTILITY WORKER

LeeAnna has been part of Copley since 2008, both at the hospital and here at The Woodlands and is a bit of a jack-of-all-trades. She is an invaluable member of the team, you will find LeeAnna at the front desk, in the kitchen and helping out wherever necessary. In her free time, you can find her with her beloved Pomeranian, Charlie, and collecting Magna. LeeAnna lives a quiet life and prefers to be with her four-legged friends in her home in North Hyde Park.

LeeAnna Chaves, Utility Worker | The Woodlands at Stowe

Melinda Dickson

Executive Chef

Melinda is an accomplished chef with degrees in culinary arts and restaurant management and is thrilled to be part of the team at The Woodlands.

She’s the mother to one son and a native of Pennsylvania but has called Vermont home for the last 15-plus years. A lover of the snow and snowboarding, Melinda taught one of her favorite past times, snowboarding, at Stowe for 10 years.

Kristin Marriott

SOUS CHEF

Kristin is a graduate of New England Culinary Institute and enjoys spending time with her family, and two cats, Buddy and Eugene. She also loves gardening and being outside 2/3’s of the year, doing home improvement projects and, of course, cooking! Her secret talent… fixing cuckoo clocks!

Jake Krohn

FACILITIES

Jake, originally from Upstate NY, has joined our facilities team after relocating to the area to be closer to family. With a diverse professional background encompassing farrier science, blacksmithing, property management, and emergency services, Jake brings a broad skill set to our team. Outside of work, Jake enjoys remodeling projects, outdoor activities, and spending time with his family.

Governance

The Woodlands at Stowe is a non-profit entity that is owned by Copley Health Systems, Incorporated. The Woodlands Board of Directors consists of two elected residents and four members from Copley.

Copley Health Systems, Inc. was established in 1932 to provide care to the residents of Lamoille County and the surrounding towns and is currently made up of The Woodlands at Stowe and the Morrisville-based Copley Hospital, a 25-bed critical access hospital which provides a unique blend of quality, compassionate, personalized, state-of-the-art medical care in a small, warm, friendly environment.

Our

Happy Residents

“We have made many new friends and we are involved in many new activities here. Some days we barely leave our apartment and other days we spend time running errands and visiting with friends and family. The scenic tours offered by The Woodlands have been enjoyable and have introduced us to this stunningly beautiful area of Vermont!”

Peter & Tana Lilienthal, Residents

“I made the decision to move to The Woodlands two years ago and have never regretted it. I love my apartment. It is large and can easily accommodate guests. I overlook the lovely back lawn and patio. Our location is private, quiet, and within walking distance of Stowe village. The staff is professional, friendly and always available to assist us. The small size of The Woodlands really makes me feel as if I’m part of an extended family.”

Janet Larson, Resident

“We came just to inquire about The Woodlands on a Friday and were ready to purchase on Monday. The apartment is so spacious and light with lots of large windows that we had not seen anywhere else we looked. The location is off the main route into Stowe, so it is quiet but within easy walking distance of the town and all the amenities. We are delighted with our choice. We keep encouraging our friends to come join us and they are!”

Mike & Marion Moore, Residents

“If you are looking for a place to retire, you should consider The Woodlands at Stowe. The apartments are spacious and well cared for with many onsite amenities, plus activities through our full-time Activities Coordinator, responsive service by our handyman, access to management through our Residence Council of tenants and, best of all, a professionally prepared meal daily.”

Herschell Murry, Resident

“I moved into my roomy, sunny apartment almost three years ago and enjoy peace and quiet. The staff is caring; they understand the different needs of a diverse group of residents and are always helpful. I have made new, interesting friends, I have learned from free lectures and demonstrations, I have joined a poetry and a book club, enjoy getting together with people to discuss “current events” and I play indoor and outdoor games.”

Adi Barnett, Resident

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COME SEE FOR YOURSELF

The best way to know if The Woodlands is right for you is to walk through the door. Tours are relaxed and informal. Your family members are welcome to join us if you'd like.

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