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Meet Our Team


Today, as decisions are being made in Harrisburg and Washington, D.C., it’s more critical than ever for Pennsylvania’s long-term care sector to be in a position of both prominence and influence. To meet the care demands and expectations of our seniors, we must have a seat at the table to affect change and create favorable policy.

Influence is earned not borrowed. From policy and regulatory affairs, to Medicaid and Medicare funding, to communications and changing the narrative surrounding our sector, PHCA staff has the expertise, experience and connections to advocate for and support our membership.

With offices in Harrisburg, just steps from our state Capitol, we advocate each and every day on behalf of Pennsylvania’s nursing homes, assisted living communities and personal care homes providing expert resources and information to help our members the best decisions to improve and maintain quality care and quality of life. But our mission of supporting long-term care focuses on and spans beyond policy and regulatory affairs, Medicaid, Medicare and Social Security Income funding, elevating our membership and changing the narrative surrounding our sector. 

Our team provides industry-leading resources and information to help members make the best decisions to improve and maintain quality care. Whether it’s education, communication, or grassroots advocacy, PHCA is truly at the forefront of every long-term care issue in Pennsylvania.


We’re here to help.

At PHCA, we are dedicated to advancing and elevating the work of our members and are deeply vested in their long-term success. We leverage our unmatched depth of industry knowledge to help you thrive in an ever-evolving health care landscape.

We're in your corner and in front of lawmakers, policy makers and decision makers advocating for our members' every day needs so you can focus on the care you provide and we're proud of our role as the commonwealth's leading long-term care association.

We stand ready to support you every step of the way.

Michael Jacobs
President and CEO
Shayna Varner
Vice President and Chief of Staff
William Alford
Director, Partnership Development

Connect with Will to learn more about opportunities to support PHCA members through business partnerships and exclusive sponsorships.

Zane Barrick
Director, Research and Data Management

Zane spearheads key member-centric initiatives including reimbursement analysis and sophisticated data modeling, directly driving and informing our impactful advocacy initiatives.

Kimberly Ciaglia
Director, Special Projects

Kim is the driving force behind our best-in-class educational offerings, seamless speaker collaborations, and the continued development of the PHCA Learning Academy.

Chris Fisher
Director, Quality and Clinical Affairs

Chris drives our association’s commitment to excellence in resident care and clinical operations and spearheads initiatives that enhance quality, ensure safety, and promote positive clinical results.

Tara Ober
Director, Communications

Tara spearheads our efforts to amplify member voices and our collective message, while leading key engagement initiatives that foster a deeply connected community.

Gail Weidman
Director, Policy and Regulatory Affairs

Gail draws upon her deep understanding of the ever-changing regulatory environment to provide key insights that ensure our members are well-equipped to navigate ongoing regulatory shifts.

Angela Zaydon
Director, Government Affairs

Angela leverages her strong relationships with policymakers to champion our members’ interests, staying ahead of policy developments, engaging directly with decision-makers, and shaping advocacy strategies that make sure our members’ voices are heard where it matters most.