Dr. Pearlstein, Cedar Haven’s esteemed Clinical Medical Director, is a dedicated healthcare professional known for providing unparalleled direct care to the facility’s residents. As the leader of the healthcare team, Dr. Pearlstein oversees the delivery of high-quality medical services, ensuring that Cedar Haven remains at the forefront of healthcare excellence. His unwavering commitment to the well-being of residents has made a profound impact on the facility’s reputation for compassionate and expert care.

Dr. Pearlstein is the driving force behind Suburban Geriatrics, a team of specialized healthcare professionals with a wealth of experience in skilled nursing care. Together, they bring a wealth of knowledge and expertise to Cedar Haven, making regular rounds at the facility and being readily available on-call whenever their expertise is needed. Their presence and dedication ensure that Cedar Haven Healthcare Center provides not only exceptional medical care but also a sense of security and reassurance to residents and their families. Dr. Pearlstein’s leadership and the expertise of the Suburban Geriatrics team are vital components of Cedar Haven’s commitment to delivering the highest standard of care in Lebanon, PA.

George C. Stauffer, MBA, NHA, brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to his role as Executive Director at Cedar Haven Healthcare Center. A licensed and professional healthcare administrator, George has practiced in five states, offering his leadership to Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation Centers, Retirement Communities, Assisted Living Facilities, Personal Care Homes, Sub-Acute Units in Acute Care Hospitals, and Rehabilitation Hospitals.

George’s extensive career spans work with large multi-state and national healthcare organizations, as well as single-facility for-profit and not-for-profit centers. His commitment to fostering a safe, supportive, and comfortable environment for residents and staff is evident in everything he does.

Outside of his professional achievements, George treasures time with his family and enjoys vacationing with them at the beach. His dedication to excellence and his passion for creating a caring and collaborative community make him an invaluable part of the Cedar Haven team.

Theresa has vast experience and knowledge in a variety of areas including customer service, marketing, sales, client relations, and HR. She plays an active role in building professional relationships and effectively communicating with potential staff and community health partners. She has a demonstrated track record in successful positive outcomes in company growth with her positive attitude and ambitious mindset. She is a catalyst for thinking outside the box and finding ways to help Cedar Haven improve quality of care and satisfaction for our residents and staff every day.

Theresa is a 2005 graduate of Abeka Christian Academy. She, her husband and their children reside in the Lebanon area. They enjoy the beach, vacationing, dining out, shopping, spending time outdoors and several after-school activities. Theresa enjoys volunteering and has a strong passion for helping others. She is a member of LCBC Church.

Dr. Torres has led numerous quality improvement initiatives, focusing on enhancing patient outcomes, increasing sepsis recognition, and reducing hospital-acquired infections. Her leadership has contributed to top-tier healthcare performance, recognized by organizations such as The Joint Commission and Leapfrog. She has also been instrumental in developing employee advisory boards, diversity and inclusion committees, and clinical effectiveness strategies to improve both patient and staff experiences.

With a strong background in nursing education and professional development, Dr. Torres has served as a program director, lecturer, and clinical faculty member at multiple institutions, guiding nursing students and professionals in advancing their careers. She has also played a significant role in COVID-19 relief efforts, leading frontline teams in emergency departments and field hospitals.

Dr. Torres is dedicated to maintaining the highest standards of care at Cedar Haven, ensuring that both residents and staff benefit from evidence-based nursing practices and continuous professional growth.

Amy Lane is the Assistant Director of Nursing at Cedar Haven Healthcare Center, bringing over a decade of hands-on clinical experience and leadership to her role. She began her healthcare journey as a Personal Care Assistant in assisted living, followed by three years as an LPN in long-term care. Since earning her RN in 2014, Amy spent ten years at WellSpan Good Samaritan Hospital, where she served as a staff nurse, dayshift charge nurse, and Heart Failure Program Coordinator. In that role, she led a major improvement initiative that raised the hospital’s CMS heart failure readmission rating from 1 star to 4 stars. Amy joined Cedar Haven in December 2024 as a Unit Manager and now helps lead our team as ADON.

Amy earned her LPN from Lebanon County Career and Technology Center in 2011 and her Associate Degree in Nursing from Harrisburg Area Community College in 2014. She is passionate about nursing and finds great purpose in helping others. Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with her four children, camping, snowmobiling, and bowling.

Crystal has been with Cedar Haven since August 2018 and has been an LPN since 2008. Having worked in Admissions for many years, Crystal brings a wealth of knowledge to this department. She lives in Manheim with her husband Brian. Together they have two children and love playing with their dog Bob. She enjoys traveling, spending time at the bay, outings with her family and hanging out with friends. 

Kelly Gehman, COTA/L, is the Therapy Program Manager at Cedar Haven Healthcare Center.

She has been a Licensed, Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant since 2002 with a degree from Penn State University. Kelly has continued to grow and expand her knowledge with continuing education in areas such as Fall Prevention strategies, Fall Related Brain Injury in older adults, Dementia Staging, Continence Management, Independence and Mobility as it relates to ADLS, CMI and Medicare Changes, and Documentation in Long Term Care

Prior to joining the team at Cedar Haven in 2005 Kelly’s experience included long term care and post-acute rehab at Reading Hospital. Since joining the Cedar Haven Therapy team, she has moved from Staff Therapist, to Assistant Manager, to Program Manager. Kelly has now been the Program Manager for almost 9 years, managing a large and diverse staff, organizing all therapy services, ensuring open lines of communication between therapists/family/staff/physicians, providing therapy education in-services within the facility to residents, families and staff, and serving in the community with admissions as a liaison for Cedar Haven at Health Fairs, Sr. Centers and community events. Kelly also provides supervision of students from Penn State and Central Penn College Occupational Therapy Assistant Programs, and has assisted in data collection for Elizabethtown College Occupational Therapy program research projects.

In Kelly’s down time, she spends time with her teenage sons, including many hours at the ball field, making memories and many laughs with friends and family, at the gym, or trying new restaurants and experiences.

Elizabeth Styborski brings a wealth of experience and a deep passion for helping others to her role as a Social Services Caseworker at Cedar Haven. With a Bachelor of Science degree in Business and a career spanning multiple fields, Elizabeth’s journey into social services began in the foster care system, where she worked closely with children, youth, and foster families. Her dedication to making a difference led her to transition into long-term care, where she continues to impact lives positively.

Originally from Erie, PA, Elizabeth moved to Hershey in August 2021. Fluent in Polish and a lover of all animals, she has spent over a decade working with animal rescues. Elizabeth is also a proud military spouse and mother of three, balancing her career with a love for sports, outdoor activities, and spending quality time with family and friends. With a unique background that includes roles as an emergency dispatcher, private investigator, and business owner, Elizabeth’s diverse experiences have shaped her strong passion for helping others in any way she can.

Donna Monaghan serves as the Director of Business Development at Cedar Haven Healthcare Center. With over 15 years of leadership experience, Donna brings a strategic focus and a passion for growth to the Cedar Haven team. Her background spans multiple industries and geographic regions, including work in clinical research, biometrics, pharmaceuticals, and healthcare.

Donna has a strong track record in driving results and building meaningful partnerships through her work in both national and international settings. She obtained her MSHRD and PMP certification from Villanova University.

Jeffrey “Jeff” Freeman brings a wealth of expertise and a deep commitment to excellence in his role as Talent Acquisition Coordinator at Cedar Haven. Currently pursuing his Master of Arts in Human Resource Management, Jeff holds a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from American Public University. With over six years of experience in healthcare, his knowledge spans Customer Service, Marketing, HR, and Sales.

Jeff is passionate about connecting the right talent with the right opportunities, ensuring that Cedar Haven continues to provide top-tier care and service. Outside of work, Jeff enjoys spending quality time with his family, friends, and beloved cats. He also has a love for kayaking, crafting, and exploring new adventures.

Mary lives in Lykens with her husband and two children.  In her free time, she is the Music Director at her church, where she directs 3 choirs.  She enjoys spending time with her family, cooking/baking, summer camping trips and backyard campfires.

Kathy has been married for 42 years. She has 3 sons and 6 grandchildren, as well as 2 dogs. Her spare time is spent enjoying the outdoors with her grandchildren. Her family particularly enjoys fishing, kayaking, hiking, and vacationing in the mountains.

She has two sons, Colton who will be entering his last year of law school in August 2015 and Slade who is a Crew Chief with the USAF stationed in South Carolina. Debra also has a grandson, Shawn.

Debra has lived in Lebanon County all of her life and is a member of the Avon United Methodist Church where she has various responsibilities. She enjoys being active and is an avid cyclist.

Derek Hartranft joined Cedar Haven in January 2019. Derek has over 21 years of experience working in the nursing home field. Derek began his career in skilled nursing as a dietary assistant, then went on to being a maintenance assistant and was promoted to maintenance director. Derek now manages the maintenance, laundry, and housekeeping departments at Cedar Haven. Derek is a hands-on leader, often seen throughout Cedar Haven assisting his departments and caring for residents. In Derek’s spare time, you can find him training/coaching at the gym, spending time with family and friends. Derek also enjoys spending time with his dogs and enjoys being outdoors or riding his motorcycles.

Provides care at our in-house clinics