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Waltham, Massachusetts
Meet our Staff
Anthony Franchi, Jr.
Chief Operating Officer
Administrator
Anthony ("Tony") Franchi, Jr., Administrator of Meadow Green, brings over forty (40) years experience in managing Skilled Nursing Facilities.
Inspired by family and his inherent sensitivity to the healthcare needs of society's most vulnerable - the elderly - he was drawn to a career in long-term care, working first in many supportive positions and then culminating as a Licensed Nursing Home Administrator.
"My introduction to nursing homes at age 16, working as a housekeeper at our sister facility, The Ellis, during summer and school vacations, mapped my career purpose in serving the elderly. As the Administrator entrusted to oversee the well-being of our residents, I always welcome the input of family and loved ones."
Marise Colsoul, RN
Director of Nursing
We welcome Marise as our new Director of Nursing at Meadow Green! Marise is a graduate of the esteemed Laboure College of Nursing in Milton, MA. She began her nursing career with The Caleb Group, servicing the elderly population. She then took a position at The Edgar P. Benjamin Healthcare Center in Boston as a part-time floor nurse. Marise was eventually promoted to Director of Nursing there, a position she has held for the past five years.
“Since a very young age growing up in Dorchester, Massachusetts I had strong faith and a passion to help the elderly. I knew in my heart I was going to work in Long Term Care. I am excited to join the Meadow Green team! I hope my prior knowledge, dedication and commitment to excellence helps strengthen the clinical team and prioritize resident care”.
Robert Dundon
Regional Director of Human Resources
Robert began his career in Healthcare twenty-one years ago as a Receptionist at a Nursing home in Randolph Ma. He gradually advanced to Accounts Payable, Medical Records, Central Supply, Assistant Business Office Manager and Executive Assistant to the CEO of the very company where he started his career. Fifteen years ago, he advanced to Payroll and Human Resources with Kindred Healthcare and found the field he enjoyed and loved.
"I grew up in Nursing Homes as my mother worked as a Nurse and my sister was a Business Office Manager, so I believe it’s in my blood. I started at The Ellis in May of 2025 and now serve as the Regional Director of Human Resources, overseeing both The Ellis and Meadow Green. I feel right at home here with the amazing management team."
Asif Merchant, MD, FACP, CMD, CPE
Co-Medical Director
Dr. Asif Merchant has completed his medical school training at K J Somaiya Medical College and Bombay University. He completed his Internal Medicine residency and Geriatric Medicine fellowship at North Shore University and Long Island Jewish Medical Center in New York. He has completed a fellowship in Medical Education from Harvard School of Medicine.
Dr. Merchant is Board Certified in Internal Medicine, Geriatric and Hospice and Palliative Care Medicine.
He is the Chief of Geriatrics and Extended Care Network at Newton Wellesley Hospital and a Partner at New England Community Medical Services,
Dr. Merchant has held a faculty appointment at Harvard Medical School and currently is an Associate Clinical Professor at Tufts school of medicine. In addition, he Chairs the Geriatrics Committee of the Massachusetts Medical Society and has served as the President of the Greater New England Society of Post-Acute and Long-Term Care.
In September 2020, Dr. Merchant was appointed to the Governor Baker’s Advisory group for COVID-19 Vaccination in Massachusetts.
Co-Medical Director
Dr. Assarpour, one of our Co-Medical Directors, received her Medical Degree from Tehran University of Medical Sciences School of Medicine. After finishing her residency in Internal Medicine at Mount Auburn Hospital she went on to complete her Fellowship in Geriatrics at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center. She is Board Certified in Internal Medicine, Geriatric Medicine and Post-Acute and Long-Term Care Medicine. Dr. Assarpour is a Geriatrician with the Quimby Center for Geriatric Care at Mount Auburn Hospital.
We are so grateful to have someone with Dr. Assarpour’s experience as our Medical Director here at Meadow Green. She is an extremely skilled geriatrician and a well respected leader.
Azadeh Assarpour, MD
Julia Donina, RN
Assistant Director of Nursing
We welcome Julia to Meadow Green as our new Assistant Director of Nursing! Julia originally came from Ukraine in 1999. She completed her Associates in Nursing degree in 2021 at Massachusetts Bay Community College.
Julia's nursing experience includes hospice, long-term care, and assisted living, where she has had the privilege of supporting individuals with dignity, kindness, and respect.
"I am excited to join the Meadow Green team and look forward to caring for our residents and helping meet their health needs with the utmost compassion and dedication. I am grateful for the opportunity to be part of such a caring team and look forward to making a positive impact each day"
Fabiola Nazaire
Director of Admissions
Fabiola was born and raised in Cambridge. She studied at Regis College for her Bachelors in Social Work and at Merrimack College for her Masters in Criminal Science Fabiola began her career in healthcare more than twenty years ago, starting in Urgent Care. She then moved on to Elder Services, which led her to work in insurance sales for Commonwealth Care Alliance. Along this journey, she landed a role as Director of Admissions in a nursing facility. Working in Elder Care is now her passion, which she finds deeply rewarding, centered on compassion, patience and connection.
"I enjoy audiobooks, new food, and naps! In the end, we only regret the chances we didn't take!"
Matt Landers
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Director of Human Resources
Matt Landers is the Human Resources Director and Staffing Coordinator at Meadow Green. Matt graduated from Franklin Pierce University, where he is currently finishing his MBA in Healthcare Administration. He plans to use his degree in Senior Human Resources leadership or Facility Administration. Before moving to Boston, Matt worked for 4 years with Haywood Hospital as a Human Resource Generalist. Matt loves hiking and trail walks with his dog, Dougie.
“Using my background in hospital administration, I plan to better serve our staff and residents to make our time here truly special.”
Jake Anglo PT, DPT
Director of Rehabilitation
Jake earned his Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree from the University of Massachusetts Lowell in 2024. He began his career at Meadow Green shortly after becoming a licensed therapist and has been part of the team as a Physical Therapist since 2024. Now serving as the Director of Rehabilitation, Jake is passionate about helping older adults achieve their highest level of function and quality of life. He has a special interest in geriatric rehabilitation and enjoys working with individuals recovering from orthopedic, cardiac, pulmonary, and neurological conditions.
Outside of work, Jake enjoys staying active through a variety of outdoor pursuits, including rock climbing, snowboarding, powerlifting, downhill mountain biking, slacklining, and cliff jumping. He appreciates the challenge and discipline these activities provide while maintaining a healthy work-life balance. When he's ready to unwind, you'll often find him enjoying a relaxing day at home watching movies or binge-watching a favorite TV series.