Ellen Casey, RD, LNHA, CDP is the Senior Executive Director of The Greens at Cannondale, a premier assisted living and memory care community in Wilton, Connecticut. A Registered Dietitian, Licensed Nursing Home Administrator, and Certified Dementia Practitioner, she has dedicated more than three decades to serving older adults through compassionate leadership, quality improvement, and person-centered care.

Ellen is a passionate advocate for individuals living with Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias. She believes that every person deserves dignity, purpose, and meaningful engagement regardless of cognitive ability. She is leading the implementation of Cognitive Stimulation Therapy (CST), an evidence-based, non-pharmacological intervention that promotes cognition, communication, and social connection for people living with dementia. She is committed to educating staff, empowering families, and fostering cultures where residents can thrive.

Throughout her career, Ellen has built high-performing teams and led organizations through transformative quality initiatives. Under her leadership, Wilton Meadows earned the American Health Care Association/National Center for Assisted Living (AHCA/NCAL) Bronze Quality Award. At The Greens at Cannondale, she is leading the community’s pursuit of the AHCA/NCAL Silver Quality Award while the community has also been recognized by the Connecticut Assisted Living Association (CALA) for excellence and best practices.

Ellen is an active leader in Connecticut’s aging services community and is committed to advancing innovation, collaboration, and excellence in dementia care. As a member of 100 Women of Impact, she is honored to join fellow leaders dedicated to improving brain health, supporting caregivers, and creating lasting change for individuals, families, and communities affected by cognitive disorders.