OUR TEAM

Serving with Compassion and Reverence

The professionals who serve at Marian Woods do so with deep respect for the Sisters entrusted to their care. Guided by faith and dedicated to excellence, our team forms relationships rooted in compassion, presence, and mutual trust.
Together, they help create an environment where every Sister feels safe, supported, and truly at home.

About our Staff

Administration

The Executive Director is responsible for providing leadership and management for the community of Marian Woods based upon a wellness model for the residents. Responsibilities include overseeing daily operations as well as staff supervision and development of wellness and life enriching programs. The Executive Director is also responsible for implementing the policies and objectives of the Board of Directors and acts as the decision making authority in all organizational and operational matters. In addition, the Executive Director recommends and develops policies for the facility.

Executive Director Leslie Hoot
A Letter from our Executive Director

Board of Directors

Sr. Peter Lillian Angeline Dimaria, O. Carm. – Chair

Sr. Jeanne Francis Haley, O. Carm.

Sr.  Theresa Marie Pfeffer, O. Carm.

Sr. Philip Ann Bowden, O. Carm.

Sr. Mary Flood, O.P.

Sr. Helen Wacker, F.S.P.

Sr. Helena of Mary Rocolcol, O. Carm.

Dear Friends,

Welcome Marian Woods!  Thank you for taking a few minutes to learn about who we are and how we can connect.  
As you read about the history of Marian Woods, a New York State licensed Adult Care Facility, which focuses on providing care for the aged and infirm, you will learn of the creative endeavor of five religious communities to create a safe, nurturing, and caring home for their senior Sisters. 

Our extraordinary Sisters share their spirituality, the special history and charism of their different congregations and the many stories from their years of service in the United States and throughout the world.  While their travels may have slowed, the Sisters and staff are constantly discovering new and creative ways to continue to serve others.

Above all, the Sisters welcome the gift of time to immerse themselves in reflection and prayer.  During our daily masses, benefactors and those who support Marian Woods are remembered as are the needs of our Sisters and brothers throughout the world. As they gather for prayer, the Sisters faithfully read the requests that have been sent to us and listed in the Book of Intentions at the entrance to the chapel.  If you have someone whom you would like the Sisters to pray for, please click here.

We hope you will join us for future events, in prayer if you are at a distance, and if possible, in supporting these Sisters who have given their lives in service and support of others.
Welcome and wishes for abundant blessings,

Leslie Hoot
Executive Director

Staff

Marian Woods is blessed with a staff of dedicated and diverse professionals who work together to create a joyous and supportive environment for the residents they serve. The staff maintains a focus on person-centered care, whereby the individual needs and interests of residents are honored. Whether administrative, financial, healthcare, pastoral care, recreation, transportation or maintenance, all staff members strive to support residents and each other in creating a home where all can thrive. In-service opportunities and training keep the staff up to date and creative in their approach to serving elders.

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