Blog for Seniors and Caregivers | WesleyLife

Washington, Iowa, Campus Welcomes New Executive Director

Written by Lisa Ryan, Organizational Content and Story Lead | November 15, 2022

WesleyLife is delighted to welcome a new executive director to the organization!

Vani Tschantz joined us November 14 and will take over the position made vacant by the retirement of longtime ED Chris Marshall, who leaves next month after 16 impactful years at the helm of Halcyon House in Washington, Iowa.

Vani comes to us from Good Samaritan Society in Ottumwa with a decade of leadership experience in senior living. She has served communities in Minnesota, New Mexico, and Iowa. In addition to her administrator roles, Vani has been a part of the Iowa Health Care Association board of directors and has participated in the National Emerging Leadership Summit in Washington, DC.

A native of Madison, Wisconsin, Vani earned a bachelor's degree in health administration from the University of Wisconsin - Eau Claire. She lives in Washington, Iowa, with her family.

Welcome, Vani!