Lori Opfer: Executive Director

As the new Executive Director of Edgewood I look forward to meeting each and everyone of you!!

Prior to coming to Edgewood Manor, I spent the last five years working for Stein Hospice as their Community Outreach Director. Previously to that, I was employed by Providence Care Center & The Commons of Providence. I have been a licensed nursing home administrator since 1997 and presently reside in Huron with my husband Robert and our two daughters.

Moving Edgewood Manor in a positive direction is an opportunity I am excited about and am looking forward to this new challenge in my career. In the upcoming months, I will be focusing on improving customer service and integrating new strategies to continue improving the care given to our residents. I am interested in learning from each of you your experiences with Edgewood both positive and negative in order to continue to improve our services to our residents, families and community.

Kaye Lipstraw, RN: Director of Nursing

I have been an RN for 36 years. I have been at Edgewood for 31 years. I was charge nurse for 11 years, ADON for 17 years, and began DON status May 2006. I am married with 2 boys ages 31 and 28. I have two beautiful grandchildren ages 9 mo. and 2 1/2 years. They are the love of my life!!! I am very proud to work at Edgewood d/t the compassion and caring of our long term nursing staff and our outstanding clinical outcomes.

Carrie McGlothlin: Sales & Marketing Director

I was born and raised in Sandusky graduating from St. Mary Central Catholic High School before obtaining a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a focus on Marketing from BGSU. Previous to marketing healthcare, I spent 7 years working in the Cedar Point Marketing Department. I am very happy in the healthcare industry and am proud of the strides Edgewood Manor is taking renovating the facility and being involved in the community. I am active in the community as a member of the Chamber of Commerce, the Citizens Advisory Council to the Superintendent for PCCSD and a part of the school’s Strategic Planning Team. My husband, Michael, and I along with our daughters Morgan and Madison reside in Port Clinton.

Bev Norton: Rehabilitation Director

I have been a licensed physical therapist assistant for 14 years, and hired in @ Edgewood in 2005 as an LPTA to do prn work. A month later I hired on full time. I became the rehabilitation director in March 2007. Oddly enough, I had accepted a full time position with another company, but because I liked the staff at Edgewood so much, I declined the other job offer before I even started there. I cannot tell you how glad I am that I did! In spite of the longer drive, I think that since you are with your co-workers more than you are home, it's a good thing to really like who you work with.
We have great programs, great residents, and a really caring staff. Our # 1 goal is to always improve and do better and that is the kind of attitude I want to be associated with.

Debbie Wagenhals: Business Office Manager

My career as Business Office Manager at Edgewood Manor Nursing Center began in January of 2008. I have over 30 years experience working with and for doctors and insurance companies. The favorite part of my job is interacting with all of our residents. I feel like I’ve found the “perfect” job.

My husband John (a retired firefighter) and I moved to Ottawa County in 1990 after many years as “tourists”. We have four daughters and 13 grandchildren who enjoy coming to the lake for visits. You can usually find me at Edgewood most weekends visiting with my new friends.

Jeanette Rodriguez, RN: Assistant Director of Nursing

I have worked at Edgewood Manor for 22 years- first as a charge nurse, I also have held the position of MDS coordinator and have been the Restorative Nurse since 1989- I am currently ADON and Staff development Nurse- I have lived in Port Clinton for 35 years- I have two grown children.

Kristin Weirauch, LSW: Social Services/Admissions Director

I am the Social Service and Admissions Director here at Edgewood Manor. I graduated in May 2008 from Defiance College with a Bachelor of Science with a major in Social Work and a minor in psychology. I obtained my License of Social Work in June 2008. I have plans to return to school and get my Masters in palliative or medical social work . I lived in Napoleon, Ohio with my Mom until I was offered the position here at EMNC. Once I accepted the offer, I found an apartment and moved here within two weeks. I started here in October 2008 and have been here for 6 months. I enjoy working with the residents and family members and to see them happy and thriving.

Andrew Ward: Director of Nutrition Services

I have been given the opportunity and privilege to touch the lives of all our residents and their families through the joy and comfort of a quality dining experience.

I have over seventeen years of experience in the food service industry. Through these years I have gained extensive knowledge in all aspects of the restaurant and hospitality business. Prior to joining the team at Edgewood Manor, I was Head Chef and General Manager of Mario di Napoli Italian Eatery, Sous chef at Sawmill Creek Resorts’ Salmon Run and Kitchen Manager at one of the worlds largest and busiest TGI Fridays’.

I will work hard and strive to make Edgewood Manors’ dietary program the very best there is! With support and enthusiasm from everyone, I know this can happen. I enjoy working with and being a part of Edgewood Manors’ family!

Amy L. Wensinger, MFCS, RD, LD: Dietician

I am a registered dietitian and I started working for Edgewood Manor in 2004 as both a clinical dietitian and a dietary manager. I am currently the dietitian for both Edgewood Manor and a sister facility. I have a Bachelor’s Degree in Dietetics from Miami University and a Master’s Degree in Food and Nutrition from Bowling Green State University. I was raised in Fremont, Ohio and currently live there with my husband and children. Outside of work I enjoy cooking, spending time with my family and exercising.

Angie Trimble: Director of Medical Records/HR

I have worked at Edgewood Manor for 10 great years. I started as the Administrative Assistant and worked my way to my current position of Medical Records and Human Resource Director. I enjoy working here because everyday brings new experiences with co-workers and our residents. In my spare time, I enjoy spending time with my 4-year old son and my fiancé Jeff. We like to camp, go boating and spend time with our family.

Mike Fitzgerald: Director of Environmental Services

I became the Environmental Services Director here at Edgewood in January of 2006. I have worked in the facility management/maintenance field in both health care and hospitality since 1996. I am married with 3 children. I am originally from New Jersey and moved to Ohio in 2004. I am a member of the Lindsey Fire Department and have been involved with firefighting/EMS for the last 21 years. I am currently working on my 19th year in the Army National Guard.

Carolyn Legg: Activities Director

As the director of Activities at Edgewood, I have the distinct pleasure of helping our residents achieve the highest quality of life possible during their stay here. I have a Bachelor of Science degree from Bowling Green State University in Marketing and continuing education beyond that from Lorain County Community College. For the past seven years, my work with the elderly doing Recreational Therapy has been an integral part of my life and has afforded me the privilege of meeting some very beautiful as well unique people. Being able to use my creativity and artistic talent to enrich the lives of the elderly is the best part of the job for me. I have spent most of my life in jobs of service to others and am proud to be part of Edgewood’s management team since October 2006 serving our wonderful residents.