Our Staff
Our Highly Qualified Senior Living Community Staff
Locally owned and operated by senior living specialists, Ville Ste. Marie was founded on a commitment to providing a positive and wholesome experience to our senior living community residents.
Our highly qualified staff provides a nurturing environment that enables the fulfillment of our residents’ hopes, dreams, and lifestyles. This commitment of excellence extends not only to our residents, but also to their families, our employees and to the community at-large. Meet our staff and schedule a tour by contacting us today!
Meet Our Retirement Community Staff
De Anna D. Sanford
General Manager
I was born and raised in the vibrant New Orleans area, where a strong sense of community and connection to others shaped my path early on. I have spent over 30 years working closely with seniors, a role that has been both a professional calling and a personal passion. For more than 25 years, I have been proud to be part of Williamsburg Management Company, where I continue to dedicate my time and experience to making a positive impact.
Outside of work, I am happily married and love traveling with my husband. Whether exploring new places or simply enjoying time together, travel has become one of our favorite ways to create lasting memories. I am grateful for a career and life that allows me to connect deeply with people and communities every day.
Angela Carriere
Health Service Director
Angela has been with us for over five years. She is married to her husband, who is a fireman. Her passion for the elderly came when she took care of her elderly grandmother. After her grandmother passed, she went to school to become a CNA and got her license. Angela has worked with seniors for many years. She enjoys working with the residents and considers them family. In her spare time, she enjoys doing crossword puzzles, walking her brother's dog Bentley, traveling and spending time with her family.
Soulé Rodrigue
Activity Director
Soulé has seven years of experience working as a Certified Activity Director in retirement communities. She has a Bachelor’s of Arts in Studio Art. She loves to bring creativity to daily activities and special events. She is from New Orleans and has a passion for traveling and spending time with her family.
Joshua Godwin
Marketing Director
Josh has been in sales & marketing for over 10 years. He has a bachelor's degree in marketing from the University of Alabama. He started in medical & healthcare sales in 2022 and fell in love with it. He grew up on the North Shore. In his spare time he enjoys playing golf, spending time with his pets and watching college football.
Carlene Helmstetter
Housekeeping Supervisor
Carlene has been a part of our housekeeping team for over 14 years. She enjoys taking care of her residents' cleaning needs. In her spare time, she enjoys playing cards with her card club and spending time with her children and grandchildren.
Tommy Walker
Maintenance Director
Tommy has 15-plus years of experience in maintenance. He has held maintenance positions with assisted living communities, nursing homes and hotels. In his spare time, Tommy enjoys spending time with his wife and children. He also loves anything to do with nature and astronomy and is an avid bird watcher.
Shanette Moten
Administrative Assistant
Shanette has worked in healthcare for over 11 years. She has been with us for over 3 years. Shanette has the held position of PCA before she became our Administrative Assistant. She has her license in Office Administration. She loves helping the residents and spending time with her family.
PCA Staff
