The Holland Home administrative team
H. David Claus
President and Chief Executive Officer
Dave has been with Holland Home since 1991. Prior to that, he spent 16 years in administrative leadership positions with various hospitals in West Michigan. Dave has a bachelor's degree from Hope College and a master's of Healthcare Management from George Washington University.
David Tiesenga
Chief Financial Officer
david.tiesenga@hollandhome.org
Dave began his career at Holland Home as a patient account manager. He also served as administrator, controller and director of finance. He has a bachelor's degree in Business Administration from Grand Valley State University and holds a Nursing Home Administrator license in the state of Michigan.
“I’ve worked for the Holland Home organization over the past 23 years, and it has been a blessing to be associated with a company whose top priority has always been its residents and their care.”
Mary VanderVelde
Executive Assistant
mary.vandervelde@hollandhome.org
Mary joined Holland Home 24 years ago as an executive assistant after a career as a teacher and librarian. She holds a bachelor’s degree in elementary education from Calvin College.
“It has been a blessing to serve in this position for 24 years – to see the growth of Holland Home has been amazing. Also, the Lord faithfully provided for me and my immediate family through my employment here. It is a joy to work for an organization that has carried out its Christian mission of service since 1892.”
Mina Breuker
Executive Vice President, Residential Living
Mina has been with Holland Home for nearly ten years as executive director of our Fulton Campus and then executive director of our Raybrook Campus. Previously, she was corporate director at the Holland Community Hospital. Mina holds a bachelor's degree in nursing as well as a master's degree in management. She is also a licensed nursing home administrator.
“Holland Home is a place where my personal mission fits with the organizational mission. It is a place where we touch each others lives and make a difference. Where else can you work where people tell you they love you? Holland Home has been blessed and continues to be blessed, and I am privileged to be part of this team.”
Bruce Quist
Vice President, Finance
Bruce came to Holland Home 14 years ago and has served in the positions of controller and financial analyst. He holds a bachelor’s degree from Calvin College in mathematics and economics.
“I have enjoyed working for Holland Home because of its mission and commitment to serve its residents with love, compassion and excellence. My family and I have experienced Holland Homes fulfilling its mission when my parents moved into independent living and quickly progressed through the continuum of care offered by Holland Home. At every stage they received excellent and loving care by the staff.”
Chris Nicely
Vice President, Marketing
Chris joined Holland Home in 2007. Previously he worked as a strategic consultant for marketing/advertising agencies and as a marketing administrator for healthcare-related companies. Chris holds a bachelor’s degree from Ohio University, a graduate certificate in business from Marshall University and a Master’s of Science in Integrated Marketing Communications from West Virginia University.
“Nothing in life is more important than being in service to others. We all have gifts and talents. We all have been blessed in some form or fashion. The Holland Home organization believes that we are the ones who are blessed because we are able to take care of others.”
Kitty Vydareny
Executive Director, Raybrook campus
kitty.vydareny@hollandhome.org
Kitty has been with Holland Home for ten years as a charge nurse in the Lendick Memory Care Unit, manager of the Cook Memory Care Center and, most recently, as the director of resident services. Kitty is a registered nurse and holds a bachelor's degree in business administration.
“The position of executive director at Raybrook gives me a ‘bird's eye view’ of how Holland Home's mission is walked out each day. The care and concern shown residents and the friendly, professional staff, make for a wonderful community in which to work or live.”
Susan Decker
Executive Director, Fulton campus
Susan has been with Holland Home for nine years previously serving as director of resident services at Fulton Manor. She holds a bachelor’s degree in education as well as a master’s of music therapy. Susan is a licensed bachelor social worker as well as a licensed nursing home administrator.
“I love working at Fulton Manor. The residents who live here have so much heart and are just like family to each other and to me. The employees at Fulton Manor have great passion for the residents and get to know each and every one of them on a very personal level. There is a lot of respect shown to people from differing backgrounds, which makes Fulton Manor a very spirit-filled place to be.”
Carolyn Flietstra
Executive Director, HomeCare
carolyn.flietstra@hollandhome.org
Carolyn joined HomeCare of Holland Home in 1999. She has also served as a case manager and a quality assurance coordinator. Prior to coming to Holland Home, Carolyn worked as a nurse at St. Mary's Mercy Medical Center and an administrator at Advantage Health Physician Network. Carolyn has been a registered nurse since 1985, and holds a bachelor's degree in nursing from the University of Detroit Mercy.
“Our goal is to provide high quality home health services, which enable individuals to gain enough independence to live safely in the environment of their choice.”
Susan Mast
Executive Director, Faith Hospice
Susan joined the Faith Hospice team in 2006. She has been a nurse for over 30 years and has been involved with hospice for over ten years. She is a certified hospice and palliative care nurse and a certified hospice administrator. She holds a bachelor's degree in psychology and an associate's degree in nursing from the University of Hawaii.
“It is such an honor and privilege to be with someone when they prepare to take their last walk. For a family to allow us to come and be part of that, is sacred. I will never do any other type of nursing, only hospice. And when I eventually retire, I will be a Faith Hospice volunteer.”
Thomas Muszynski
Executive Director, Care Resources
tom.muszynski@care-resources.org
Tom joined HHS, Health Options in 1989 and became director of clinical long term care programs in 2005. In 2006, he became executive director of Care Resources – Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly. Tom has a bachelor's degree in nursing from Michigan State University. He is a registered nurse and a certified case manager and is active in the Case Management Society of America.
Steve Velzen-Haner
Executive Director; HHS, Health Options
steve.velzen-haner@hhshealthoptions.org
Steve has been with HHS, Health Options since 2007. He was director of long term care programs before becoming executive director. He has a master’s in management from Aquinas College and a master’s in clinical social work from Michigan State University. Previously he was with Hope Network, holding a number of positions including director of case management services.
“Throughout my professional career, I have always worked with individuals who are challenged emotionally, physically and/or financially. I derive much personal satisfaction in creating and providing effective, quality programs and services to assist individuals in addressing these needs. I feel privileged to have the opportunity to do this at HHS, Health Options and Christian Living Services.”
Jeff Engle
Director, Information Services
Jeff Engle has been with Holland Home for ten years. He previously held positions at Bronson Hospital, University of Michigan and McGraw-Hill. Jeff holds a bachelor or arts degree in computer science from Hope College.
“Matthew 23:11 says, ‘The more lowly your service to others, the greater you are. To be the greatest, be a servant.’ What better place to be a servant than at Holland Home taking care of God’s people?”
Doug Himmelein
Director, Human Resources
doug.himmelein@hollandhome.org
Doug has been with Holland Home since 1997 holding positions as a human resources generalist and recruiter before becoming director. He has a bachelor of science degree in health care administration from Ferris State University.
Scott Hull
Director, Facility Services
Scott joined the Holland Home team in 2007 as a construction project manager and moved to his current role in 2008. He oversees the construction management, plant operations, maintenance, housekeeping, floor care, laundry, security and ground maintenance departments at all Holland Home facilities. He holds bachelor’s and master’s degrees in engineering and is a registered professional engineer and a licensed general contractor. Prior to coming to Holland Home he was with the YMCA and the Girl Scouts of the USA.
Jacquie Karr-Zlotnicki
Director, Volunteer Services
jacquie.karr-zlotnicki@hollandhome.org
Jacquie has been with Holland Home since 2002. Previously she held the position of global business integration and travel event manager for Haworth, Inc. She holds a bachelor's degree in behavioral sciences from the University of Michigan.
“It is a blessing to work with volunteers – who give so freely of their time and talents to improve the quality of life for others.”
Sara Heethuis
Administrator, Breton Manor
Sara has been with Holland Home since 2008. Her previous experience includes more than ten years as an ICU nurse, nurse consultant and administrator. She holds an RN BSN and is a nursing home administrator.
“I want to do the right thing everyday, to motivate and empower others to do the same, and to assist people to live life to the fullest regardless of age, ability or cognitive status.”
Traci Potter
Director, IOP and Staff Development
Traci has been with Holland Home for three years. Previously she held positions as a charge nurse, clinical coordinator, assistant director of nursing and director of rehabilitation. She holds a bachelor’s degree in nursing from Grand Valley State University.
“I believe it is important to appreciate what each person brings to the table – whether it is a critical decision made by the CEO, the repair of a broken item by the maintenance staff or the soft hands and voice of a nurse assistant comforting a resident. It is with the synergy of minds, voices and hands that we are able to continue to hold strong the foundation of caring and compassion Holland Home was built upon.”
Kim Motter
Technology Integration/QI Implementation
kim.motter@hhshealthoptions.org
Kim has been with HHS, Health Options since 1992. She previously held positions as a utilization management nurse, case manager, quality manger and others. She has a bachelor’s degree in nursing.
“It has been a pleasure to work at HHS, Health Options and the geriatric programs that help the participant to remain within their home in the community and to help them maintain their highest level of independence.”