(781) 899-8600
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."
Matthew Ryan
Regional Director of Clinical Services
Matt graduated from Brockton Hospital School of Nursing in 1996. He has been an RN for 29 years, of which 28 years have been dedicated to learning and enjoying the residents in long-term care in Skilled Facilities.
Matt has over 10 years experience as a Director and/or regional work for nursing facilities in multiple states. He is VORHA wound certified, CMS Infection Preventionist Certified as well as Serve Safe Manager Certified.
"I have dedicated my life to the residents in Long Term Care and enjoy working with the great team at Meadow Green."
Mary Woods
Director of Nursing
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."
Steven Caverno
Director of Rehabilitation
Born and raised in Pittsburgh PA, Steven joined the Marine Corps shortly after high school. After discharge and needing physical therapy for his own health, Steven developed an enthusiasm for anatomy and physiology. He continued his education with an emphasis on physical therapy. By occupation, Steven is a physical therapist assistant and has been employed in skilled nursing facilities since 2013.
"One of the best aspects of working with patients and residents in this demographic is the array of wisdom and experiences the elderly share with you. The past two years I have had the great opportunity to manage Meadow Green’s rehab department as the Director of Rehabilitation. I am very fortunate to have the finest physical, occupational, and speech therapists in the region working with me to ensure exceptional and effective therapy services are being delivered. I have a strong desire for knowledge and continuing my education and look forward to growing within the skilled nursing environment."
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Alexa Garland
Activities Director
Alexa has several years of experience planning and leading recreational programs for both children and older adults. Her background includes developing creative, person-centered activities that promote social engagement, cognitive stimulation, and emotional well-being. She has worked in a variety of settings, from community programs to skilled nursing care.
"I take pride in creating meaningful experiences that bring joy and connection to others. I’ve been the Activities Director here since 2024, where I continue to design programs that make every day purposeful, engaging, and fulfilling for our residents."
Azadeh Assarpour, MD
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.
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.