Executive Leadership
Candace Cramer
President & CEO
As president and CEO of Goddard House, Candace oversees the strategic direction and operation of its prestigious assisted living residence and memory care neighborhood known for its innovative, holistic cultural and therapeutic programming. She recently spearheaded the development of a strategic plan that focuses on maintaining operational excellence and empowering older adults to thrive.
Candace also leads Goddard House Community Initiatives, a growing social enterprise that is bringing participatory arts programming beyond the walls of Goddard House to diverse older adults living in Greater Boston. Current initiatives include a collaboration with the City of Boston to provide Creative Aging Programs designed to engage older adults in art, music, dance and other forms of creative expression while also easing social isolation.
Prior to joining Goddard House, Candace served as CEO of Sophia Snow Place, a senior living community with a 165-year legacy in Greater Boston. Previously she served as Chief Development Officer for Ascentria Care Alliance, a human services organization with over 60 programs and six senior living communities in New England. Candace also has extensive experience in community cultural work, including program design, implementation and management. She began her career with Deloitte, served as a senior manager on multinational engagements, and remains a Certified Public Accountant.
Candace holds an MBA and MA in nonprofit management from the University of Cincinnati and a BA in economics and music from Albion College. She is an accomplished musician whose love of music enhances her interactions with people of all ages and diverse backgrounds.
“I enjoy leading the design, development and implementation of strategic initiatives, including community partnerships, that enrich the lives of older adults. I work closely with the Goddard House board and management team to grow our innovative organization.”
Catherine Haycock
Executive Director
As Executive Director, Catherine Haycockoversees day-to-day operations of the community. Catherine is a seasoned leader in senior care who truly knows how to balance heart with results. She has a talent for improving people’s lives while ensuring the organization stays strong and sustainable.
Most recently, she served as Senior Executive Director for Sunrise Senior Living, where she helped to build strong, supportive cultures across multiple communities by guiding teams and overseeing operations ensuring every resident and associate had the opportunity to thrive. Prior to that role, Catherine was the Operational Projects Lead for HC-One, the UK’s largest residential senior care provider where she focused on strategic growth and performance excellence, as well as mentoring, coaching, developing teams to provide quality, person-centered care. Catherine has also held several leadership roles in residential senior communities, including Belong, a UK-based non-profit organization known for its innovative dementia-focused residential villages.
Catherine is passionate about ensuring the highest standard of care for residents living at Goddard House. With two decades of experience in healthcare, she is committed to creating environments where individual needs are met and where team members are motivated to develop and grow professionally.
