Who
We Are

Since 2010, I have had a rewarding career with The Village at Woods Edge, where I am currently the Assisted Living Administrator, RN. My job involves multi-tasking around all our day-to-day operations, from making sure we are compliant with employee training to overseeing building maintenance to making sure we are providing the best in resident care.

To balance all of this, I have learned to take time to listen, and work to maintain compassion, patience, and understanding. I have met some of the most wonderful people in my career, and love working with our team of caring and compassionate co-workers. Most rewarding, however, is the thank-you and appreciation from residents and their families.

I was born and raised in Norfolk, but moved to Franklin at age nine when my father opened his own car dealership. I attended Elon College, and received my Nursing degree from Tidewater Community College in 2005.

I am a Franklin native; I love our small town as it offers whatever you may need without all the traffic of a bigger city. I have always had a passion for helping others. I have worked professionally in healthcare since 2006. Ten years of that time has been with The Village at WoodsEdge in Asa’s Neighborhood. I worked in Asa’s Neighborhood as Resident Care Coordinator formany years before I became Assistant Director of Memory Care in 2022. I was promoted to Director of Memory Care in June 2023. My true passion lies in working with Memory Care Residents.

I joined The Village atWoods Edge in 1996. I grew up here, and my first job was as a welder at theFranklin Equipment Company. Between then and now, I earned a degree in business administration, attended the U.S. Army Signal School, and worked as a telecommunications specialist, among other jobs.

I have always wanted to be in a position where I could help the elderly, and working at The Village gives me that opportunity and much more. It means a lot to be able to do this in the town where I grew up. Franklin is a quiet town where everybody knows everyone, which I like.

As the Environmental Services Director, my responsibilities are maintenance and housekeeping. We talk about the “maintenance-free lifestyle” at The Village, and my team is committed to making that a reality for our residents, because they deserve it.

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As the Director of Administrative Services, my job is to make sure the back end side of our operation is in order: Administration, Human Resources and Payroll. I have been with The Village at Woods Edge since 2014 and love being around a great team and the pace of life in Franklin.

I was born in Rockville Centre, N.Y., and have a degree from Kent State University in Ohio. My family moved to Franklin in 1997 for my husband’s job, and we love it here because everything you need is right around the corner!

My first job was delivering the New York Times in my neighborhood, which is an act of service. You’re giving people what they need to start their day. From managing a paper route to managing paperwork, I’m still working hard to give people what they need. I want to make sure the administrative side of our operation is a well-oiled machine!

My name is Bobby Visconti. I am the Dining Services Director for here at Village At Woods Edge. I was born and raised in Little Falls, a small city in upstate New York. I joined the United States Navy in 1987 and retired as a Culinary Specialist Chief Petty Officer in 2008. From there, my wife, Michelle, two daughters, Gabriella and Gianna, and I moved to Corning, NY, where I worked at a VA Medical Center for eight years. In 2019, I received my bachelor’s degree in Accounting from Elmira College. I love to play golf and enjoy the great weather we get here in Virginia.

Joining the dining services team at The Village at Woods Edge has been the honor of a lifetime. As Executive Chef, my role is to plan and execute a variety of delicious, heart-healthy meals, blending standby favorites such as burgers and salads with seasonal specialties.

Originally from Gloucester, Virginia, I attended the Art Institute of Washington’s culinary program and spent the first part of my career working for Dominion Energy. I joined The Village in August 2022 and love the opportunity to work with older adults. Everyone at The Village is so friendly and has the best stories!

I love the sense of community found at The Village and in Franklin. It’s a nice, quiet small town similar to where I was raised. When I’m not cooking up a storm at The Village, you’ll likely find me farming vegetables and poultry, or perhaps out on the coast surfing.

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When I joined The Village at Woods Edge in 2017, I didn’t realize what a life-changing decision it would be. At the time, I was running my own business, but I came on board as a part-time Assistant and quickly moved to full-time and then to my current position, Director of Resident Services – Life Enrichment in Asa’s Neighborhood, our Memory Care community.

Coming here was the best decision I ever made. I grew up on the southern end of Isle of Wight County, but Franklin has always felt like home. There are so many opportunities and activities here for residents, particularly in the downtown area, and we try to tap into our greater community as much as we can for all of our residents.

Outside of work, I am in the middle of restoring my own fixer upper that was built just outside of Franklin in 1931, and I am very involved with my local church. The most fulfilling aspects of my life are being able to help people, which is what my mission is for Asa’s Neighborhood.

As the Accounting and Transportation Manager, my role is to work with our administration to ensure our budgets are squared up and the trains run on time (so to speak). There’s never a dull day, and I work with wonderful colleagues and residents.

Born and raised in Richmond, my husband and I moved to Southampton County in 1996 to care for elderly relatives and raise our children in the country. I love working here because Franklin offers small-town charm and is welcoming to all, where everyone knows your name!

Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with my grandchildren, quilting, needlepoint, sewing and swimming.

At The Village at Woods Edge, I wear two hats: Security Supervisor and Administrative Assistant. These two roles are similar in a way because they are both about dotting the i’s and crossing the t’s. We want to make sure our residents and their loved ones have peace of mind, and ensure our organization runs smoothly and securely.

A native of Corpus Christy, Texas, I have been with The Village since 2006. For the past few years, my role has involved working directly with our residents on a daily basis. I love the interactions and am here to make sure each resident experiences the best retirement possible.