About Us
A legacy of excellence in nursing care and hospitality.
Highest Quality Care
Since 1962, our leadership has been driven by one unifying goal; to develop the best answer to the long-term care needs of Plymouth and its surrounding communities. Newfield House has earned a reputation of excellence from years of putting our residents’ and their families’ needs and preferences first.
Our Story
Opened in 1962, Newfield House was the first modern nursing home in Plymouth. From the beginning, Newfield House has been locally owned and operated. It was founded by Plymouth residents, Dr. Samuel Stewart, Elizabeth Longhi, Dr. John Gilmore and Ernest Tassinari. In 1985, the son of Sam Stewart, Geoffrey, became the Administrator, and devoted his life to the care of our residents, and philanthropy in our local communities. Geoff rewrote the script on elder care and quality of life in a nursing home. With a meticulous desire to make a real difference for the elderly and their families, Geoff took what is stereotypically a somber environment and filled the home with a high volume of well trained staff, great events and entertainers, better food and drink, and consistent leadership on a daily basis. Newfield House stands as a testament to the work he has done, and to what we as a community can, and should do for our loved ones. It is hard to overstate the amount of good he has done or the individuals and families he has touched through his good work. He has set a tone at Newfield House that will carry on as the foundation of our care philosophy and our community outreach. Under his leadership, Newfield House has acted as a beacon in the long term care field, attracting employees who truly desire caring for the elderly.
In 1997, Eli Meyer began his career as a 14 year old gardener’s assistant at Newfield House. The role of a gardener’s assistant frequently involved the mopping of residents rooms! Eli began to admire the work that Geoffrey and his staff did at Newfield House, observing how much fun everyone seemed to have, staff and residents alike. It wasn’t the place one thinks of when they hear the words ‘nursing home.’ Eli went on to become an electrical engineer, but after several years, began to miss working with people. In a search for a change in career path, he contacted Geoffrey for input. In 2010, Geoff made the suggestion that Eli come back to work for Newfield House, and learn how to continue the work that he had done. Eli worked under Geoff until 2021. Eli is now the owner and Administrator, and has taken stewardship of the values at Newfield House.
Highest Quality of Life
Beyond the care, residents at Newfield House enjoy a warm, fun, and friendly atmosphere.
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Our Team
A dedicated and responsive management team.
Eli Meyer
Administrator
Eli Meyer started at Newfield House in 1997 as a 14 year old landscaper in the summers. He graduated from the University of Vermont in 2005 as an electrical engineer. After 5 years in engineering he missed the joy he found in helping people that he had been a part of at Newfield House. In 2010, he returned as our Assistant Administrator under Geoff Stewart. Upon Mr. Stewart’s retirement, Eli became our proud new owner and Administrator in early 2021.
Sarah McDevitt, NP
Primary Care and Director of Nursing
Sarah has been serving the elderly community in Plymouth since 2001. She is known for her compassionate approach and dedication to improving the lives of her patients. Sarah began her career in geriatrics as a volunteer in nursing homes during middle school. She then joined the team, working in the kitchen, quickly transitioning to a nursing aide, a licensed practical nurse, RN, and ultimately MSRN nurse practitioner. Throughout her career, Sarah has held multiple supervisory roles, including wound nurse and director of nursing. Sarah resides in Plymouth with her husband and three children.
Kim McLaughlin
Human Resources & Business Office Manager
Kim came to Newfield House in 1998, working part-time as a CNA in the evening while she cared for her 2 young children full-time. In 2005 she assumed the role of Bookkeeper, and as the need grew for an expanded HR role, Kim pursued and obtained her Bachelor’s Degree in Business Management with a concentration in HR in 2014. She considers Newfield House to be her second family, and has had 4 cherished family members call Newfield House home.
Kirsten Laliberte
Activities Director
Kirsten has always been passionate about helping others, which led her to graduate with a BS in Recreational Therapy from Western Carolina University. In college, she worked with a program supporting students with intellectual disabilities in developing essential life skills, further solidifying her commitment to making a difference in people’s lives. She holds certifications as a dementia practitioner, geri-care behavioral instructor, and MASSCAP, while also maintaining nurse’s aide credentials. For her, true happiness comes from uplifting others and ensuring they receive the care and compassion they deserve, especially through meaningful activities that promote a fulfilling and active lifestyle.
Cameron DeGrazia
Director of Food Services
From a young age, Cameron spent many hours in the kitchen with his grandfather. Because of his grandfather’s love of food, he knew he wanted to become a chef. Food brings families together, which he loved most about being in the food industry. It allowed him to create dishes that bring people from all cultures and backgrounds together. He has worked and volunteered in many different aspects of the culinary arts field. He worked his way up in the restaurant industry, starting as a line cook, becoming a sous chef, and eventually becoming an executive chef at twenty-one. After that, he transitioned to a non-profit organization where he took on the role of Food Service Manager. He is excited to join the Newfield House family as the Food Service Director. He holds a degree in Culinary Arts and is currently in school for his BA in Human Services from Southern New Hampshire University.
Victoria Meyer
Co-Owner
Victoria began spending time at Newfield House in early 2021 just as she and Eli welcomed their daughter River. She loves spending time with residents and getting to know their families. She is a team player, always jumping at the opportunity to help staff wherever she can be useful. She loves bringing River to see everyone and as of this picture she is days away from bringing another bundle of love into the Newfield family.
Tucker
Pet Therapist
Tucker is a short hair border collie born to a sheep herding family. He left the farm at a young age with aspirations of a better life. Tucker joined us in 2021 as a pet therapist, but spends most of his time outside helping the gardener. Tucker is an accomplished frisbee athlete, and a very good boy.