White Horse Village Strengthens Leadership Team with Key Additions

December 17, 2024

(Newtown Square, Pa.) — White Horse Village proudly announces several key appointments to its leadership team, reinforcing its commitment to excellence in all service areas. They are bringing their talents to a variety of roles and departments, including healthcare administration, construction and facilities, finance and IT. 

“Our leadership team is the backbone of White Horse Village’s commitment to delivering exceptional care and services to our residents,” says CEO & President Michael Shaw. “The expertise, dedication, and innovative spirit these leaders bring to their roles will strengthen our ability to enhance the lives of those we serve and ensure the continued success of our nonprofit senior living community.”

Andrea Cantymagli, MHA, LNHA – Senior Director of Health Services

Andrea Cantymagli joins White Horse Village with a wealth of healthcare administration experience and a proven track record in team development and quality improvement. 

Cantymagli’s previous roles include leadership positions in continuing care retirement communities (CCRCs), home health and acute care providers, where she focused on fostering positive community engagement and operational excellence. At Wellington at Hershey’s Mill, she achieved significant financial improvements, increased occupancy, restructured dining and life enrichment programs and successfully managed capital improvement projects. She holds a master's degree in health administration from Chapman University and is a licensed nursing home administrator in Pennsylvania.

Matt Eskridge – Construction Development & Property/Facilities Administrator

Bringing 17 years of experience as White Horse Village’s owner’s representative with Turner and Townsend Heery, Matt Eskridge transitions to an in-house role, overseeing all construction development and property/facilities management. 

Eskridge has been a key figure in every major campus improvement project since 2006, including renovations to the Healthcare Center, Clubhouse and dining venues, and the construction of new homes. His engineering expertise and deep understanding of the community’s infrastructure uniquely position him to drive future campus developments. Eskridge holds a bachelor’s in mechanical engineering from the University of Delaware and is a LEED Accredited Professional and Certified Construction Manager.

Ryan A. Lang, MHA, LNHA – Director of Personal Care and Memory Care

Ryan Lang brings over a decade of experience in long-term care communities, specializing in healthcare administration, public safety and organizational leadership. Previously, Lang rebuilt census numbers and successfully opened a memory care unit on schedule and budget at Simpson House. At Wesley Enhanced Living Pennypack Park, he managed operations for over 100 units, demonstrating his abilities in team and operational management. Lang holds a master’s degree in health administration from the University of Scranton and a bachelor’s degree in psychology from Holy Family University.

Additionally, Taci Damstedt has been promoted to Senior Director of Finance and IT. With over 17 years of experience in senior living finance, she has a proven track record of implementing effective cost-management initiatives and developing impactful organizational strategies.

In her three years at White Horse Village, Damstedt has excelled as Controller and Director of Finance, playing a key role in driving operational success and advancing financial objectives. She holds a bachelor’s degree in Accounting, with a minor in business administration and is a DC/MD/VA LeadingAge Leadership Academy Fellow. 

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About White Horse Village

Situated on over 100 acres in southeastern Pennsylvania, White Horse Village is an active senior living community offering a full range of living options and healthcare services. The continuing care retirement community intentionally creates opportunities for extraordinary living in a vibrant, diverse community through personal growth, connectedness and relationships. As a nonprofit organization, White Horse Village reinvests earnings back into the organization to further its mission and vision. For more information, please visit www.whitehorsevillage.org.