Our Team
Alison Schillero
Executive Director
Alison Schillero leads Chippewa Place with dedication and compassion. With a background in allied healthcare and years of senior living experience, she oversees daily operations, supports staff, and guides families to ensure residents feel valued and at home.
Alison is inspired by her close relationship with her grandparents and her passion for helping others. Outside of work, she enjoys music, mystery shows, and spending time with her husband, John, and their two dogs.
Sarah Nenadal
Administrative Assistant
Sarah Nenadal joined Chippewa Place in 2022 and plays a vital role in managing office operations, assisting with leasing, overseeing accounts payable, and fostering positive resident and staff relationships.
A Brecksville native, Sarah holds a bachelor’s in Human Development and Family Studies and is pursuing a master’s in School Counseling. She enjoys time with her fiancé, Dino, their pets, gardening, and outdoor activities with family and friends.
Charlie Gist
Dietary Manager
Charlie Gist brings a strong culinary background shaped by his military service and years of experience in restaurants, catering companies, and senior living communities.
Specializing in nutritious, flavorful meals for older adults, he combines skill and creativity in every dish he prepares. A Youngstown, Ohio resident, Charlie is known for his professionalism and his classy sense of style, both in and out of the kitchen.
Penny Obhof
Housekeeping Supervisor
Penny Obhof has been part of Chippewa Place since 1998, leading the housekeeping team with dependability, kindness, and respect. She ensures the community remains clean, safe, and welcoming for all residents.
Penny is married to Chris and adores her grandchildren, Lilly and Kaleb. She enjoys reading, movies, and spending time with family and friends.
Keeley Ziegler
Activities Coordinator
Keeley Ziegler joined Chippewa Place in 2024 and brings energy and creativity as Activities Coordinator. She plans and leads outings, events, and recreational programs that keep residents active, engaged, and happy.
Keeley enjoys concerts, traveling, and sporting events, and loves spending time with her husband, Andy, their two daughters, and her close-knit family and friends.
Jeff Sawicki
Maintenance
Born and raised in Cleveland, Ohio, Jeff brings more than 40 years of experience as a service technician in senior living. Known as our “Mr. Fix-It,” Jeff has proudly served Horizon Chippewa Place for nearly 20 years. His knowledge, dedication, and kindness make him an invaluable team member and a favorite among our residents.
Outside of work, Jeff enjoys spending time outdoors with his wife, Laura, and their dog, antique shopping, coin collecting, baking with hot sauce, and keeping everyone laughing with his jokes and sense of humor.
Maddy Post
Receptionist
Maddy joined the Chippewa team in February 2026 and serves as the community’s receptionist. Maddy enjoys greeting, and engaging with residents, families, and visitors each day. She has been married to her husband, Justin, for three years, and they have a son, Sawyer, who will be turning two in July, along with a seven-year-old Australian Shepherd named Draco. A lifelong Parma resident, Maddy enjoys reading, spending time outdoors, and being with her family.
With prior experience in the apartment industry, she discovered a passion for working with seniors and takes pride in being a friendly face and listening ear for residents and their families.
Our Values
At Chippewa Place, our values are the heart of everything we do. We treat every resident with the utmost respect, honoring their individuality, dignity, and personal choices. Compassion guides our care, ensuring kindness and understanding in every interaction. We believe in the power of community, creating a warm and welcoming environment where friendships flourish.
Our Mission
Our mission is to create a safe, vibrant, and fulfilling environment where seniors can enjoy life to the fullest. We strive to provide exceptional living experiences through quality accommodations, engaging activities, and personalized services — all delivered with warmth, respect, and a genuine sense of care.