Faith joined the Timbers in 2004 as the Director of Marketing. In 2010 she was promoted to Executive Director. Varga manages all aspects of The Timbers' operations and management. In addition she is responsible for the Timbers' marketing and sales efforts. Prior to her work with The Timbers, Varga worked as marketing director for an independent and supportive living facility in Chicago. She has also served as CEO of a credit union.
The Timbers of ShorewoodIndependent, Assisted Living and Short-Term Stay Retirement Community
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Meet the staffFaith Ann Varga
Executive Director
"After helping my parents with the transition to a senior living community, I decided to change my career so I would be able to work with seniors every day. I love my job, and I love working with seniors."
Sharon Wuethrich
Leasing Manager
"I especially enjoy conducting tours with families and informing them of the benefits of living at the Timbers. I gain personal satisfaction when a new resident comes to me to say thank you and that he or she loves the lifestyle at the Timbers."
Joining the Timbers in 2004, Sharon is responsible for conducting tours of the Timbers with prospective families and preparing documents for leases. Prior to joining the Timbers she worked for Porter Cable TV in Valparaiso, Indiana. Shelly Goggins
Director of Activities
"I am deeply committed to the physical, mental and spiritual well being of not only the residents at the Timbers, but of older adults everywhere. I get a great deal of joy from seeing the seniors enjoying themselves, and my career is, and has always been, an outlet for my creative personality."
Shelly joined the Timbers in 2010 as Director of Activities. She arranges and facilitates events such as dances, holiday events, family picnics and many, many inter-generational gatherings, most open to the public. Sheila Reyes
Leasing Coordinator
"Every resident touches my heart and becomes a part of my Timbers family. I especially enjoy touring prospective residents; I love to see the excitement in their faces when they find out just how flexible and caring we truly are. Working at the Timbers helped influence my current major and made me a better, more patient, loving and caring person."
Sheila joined the Timbers in 2007 as a receptionist and is now responsible for touring prospective residents and their families. She also updates services for residents and helps residents and their family members choose the appropriate care package that is right for them. Jeanne Pantke
Business Manager
"I’ve heard great things about the Timbers for years. When I heard about the business manager opening, I couldn’t wait to apply! It brings a smile to my face to spend my workday in our seniors’ homes. It’s my mission to bring a smile to their faces, too!"
Jeanne joined the Timbers in 2012. She is responsible for overall financial management of the retirement community and oversees human resource operations. She received her B.A. in Business Administration in Accounting from Benedictine University in Lisle, IL, and is a certified public accountant (CPA). Jeanne also works with St. Vincent de Paul and Public Action to Deliver Shelter (PADS) to help those in need and the homeless. Pam Stortz
Restaurant Manager
"For many residents, dining is a social hour. So, we’re always striving to create a fun, relaxed environment in the restaurant. Seeing the smile on the residents faces when they’re enjoying themselves - for instance, when we deliver a birthday cake and sing - is priceless. I’m always looking for ways to make things fun while providing the best service possible!"
Pam joined the Timbers as restaurant manager in 2006. She began visiting the Timbers as a volunteer in 2003. Pam was initially in charge of welcome baskets and soon started running the Timbers’ annual craft show. She is now responsible for ensuring the appearance and sanitation of the dining room and meeting the needs of the residents. She also keeps the restaurant servers motivated and working as a team. Pam is a member of Kiwanis of Shorewood, Shorewood Chamber of Commerce and Minooka Chamber of Commerce. Angela Torres
Housekeeping Supervisor
"I love to see the residents having a better quality of life and enjoying themselves at the Timbers. My goal is to help our senior residents be happy every day."
Angela was on staff and helped opened the Timbers in 2002. She is responsible for organizing the housekeeping and laundry departments to ensure the best possible service to the residents. Prior to joining the Timbers she taught catechism classes at San Callistus and Norte Dame Parishes in Chicago. John Kraske
Maintenance Coordinator
"The residents have great life stories to tell. I learn something new every day at the Timbers, and it makes me a better person and better at my job."
John has been with the Timbers since 2007 and is responsible for the upkeep of the building and grounds. Prior to joining the Timbers he worked as a local home builder and construction foreman for 16 years. Kraske holds a Emergency Medical Technician Ambulance (EMTA) certification and studied Fire Science at Joliet Junior College. Jodi Zableckis
Administrative Assistant
"I love gaining personal relationships with people I would have otherwise never met and hearing amazing first-hand stories about things I only knew about from history books. I consider the Timbers' residents and staff my second family."
Joining the Timbers in 2003, Jodi is responsible for assisting the management team and the residents with anything they may need. She has been working at the Timbers since she was 19 years old and is currently studying accounting at Joliet Junior College. Mandy Varga
Happiness Provider
"My mission in life is love and affection. And boy oh boy, do I get both
around here! I love the residents, and well, what can I say...they love me!
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Mandy, a shih tzu, (careful how you say that…) doesn’t face Monday mornings like the rest of us. She can’t wait to get to work! She accompanies Faith Varga, assistant executive director of The Timbers, who thinks every retirement community should have a pet. Of course, the minute she gets to work, Mandy (not Faith) takes a long morning nap followed by a nice long scratch. Gentle and sweet, Mandy gives the residents much happiness as she follows Faith through her day. When people are touring the Timbers, they say they hope little Mandy comes with the apartment. |