Colleen Leighty
Executive Director
Colleen has been in the healthcare industry since 2014. The assisted living setting quickly became a passion. She started with the company as a concierge and worked her way up to Executive Director. She oversees the business office and human resources. She is an invaluable member of the Charleston Team.
“The connections I have made with the residents are priceless. I get to make a difference in people’s lives every day; people I genuinely care about! I get to help our residents feel safe, nourished, supported, and dignified; that is the true reward of being a part of this community. We are truly setting a new standard in Assisted Living and Senior Care and that is an incredible thing to be a part of.”
Fun Fact about Colleen: She has 2 giant dogs that our residents adore: Charlie, the bull mastiff and Lola, the cane corso!
David Swanson
Dining Director
David has been working locally in the culinary field since 2006. He is a proud to be considered a native to southern Maryland. He has enjoyed working with The Charleston since March 2017, where he cooks and oversees the meal service and dining satisfaction.
Providing meals in assisted living care takes patience and careful preparation, since many elders may have dietary restrictions. David takes pride in knowing his department provides exceptional food and quality service to each resident. He understands this goes a long way to their overall happiness.
Fun fact: I’m a South Korean American adopted by loving parents William & Clareta Swanson who raised me to be a Redskins fan. I’m also left-handed.
Kelly Williamson
Maintenance Director
Kelly was born and raised in Washington, D.C. and graduated from Eastern Senior High School. He realized he has a hardworking and dedicated nature when he was very young, while working a job through his entire high school career. Others also recognized his exemplary work ethic and skills in management, which is how he was recommended for a contract with the Naval Hospital as the Environmental Supervisor. He was thrilled because he knew that the President of the United States would go to that hospital should the need arise; however, he never did have the pleasure of meeting the president. This is how he began his career in healthcare though!
Kelly has held management positions since 1994 and has worked in the healthcare industry since 2003. He has had the opportunity to work for Southern Maryland Hospital, Forestville Health and Rehab, Genesis La Plata, and now at The Charleston Senior Community as the Environmental & Maintenance Director.
“Something I mastered a long time ago is doing more listening than talking, which has taught me a great deal and really helped me to excel in my career. It’s a great skill to have when working with seniors; they love to be heard and I enjoy listening.”
Fun Fact about Kelly: He knows how to get in the kitchen and burn!
