By Tom Mackie
THE ERICKSON TRIBUNE
When Maureen Heckler joined Erickson Communities last February, she felt like she had finally found an organization that shared her unwavering commitment to building relationship-rich communities. Little did she know that in less than a year, Erickson would be giving her an even greater opportunity—to fulfill that dream as the executive director of Maris Grove.
“This opportunity is extra exciting for me because I’m coming home,” says Maureen. “I live close to Maris Grove and know this area extremely well. I even completed undergraduate studies close by at Villanova, and obtained my MBA from Penn State.”
Having worked in the adult community and health care industries for more than 25 years, Maureen is supremely qualified for the position. She joined Erickson as the associate executive director at Ann’s Choice working side by side with its executive director, Joe LoCascio.
“Maureen brings a wealth of experience,” says Joe. “Her passions for creating excellence in service, activities, and lifestyle amply suit her role as she begins to build the spirit of this new community. We expect to see great things happening for and with the residents who choose Maris Grove as their community with Maureen as the executive director.”
Giving People What They Want
In addition to coming home to the Delaware County area, Maureen is excited about the impact Maris Grove is already having on the area.
“You can just look at the overwhelming response of Priority List members and Reserve members to know that people are excited about Maris Grove,” says Maureen. “Bringing this amenity-rich, maintenance-free lifestyle to this area will change people’s lives. Not just the people fortunate enough to live at Maris Grove, but also the impact to the labor market as well. This is a place where people will want to work and become part of the Erickson family.”
Maureen’s enthusiasm is contagious and she exudes it easily to everyone she meets.