Tammy Looby has over 40 years experience in assisting the elder population. She started her carer as a certified nursing assistant in county nursing home in 1980. She went on to complete her degree as a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant in 1999 and has been an Executive Director of Senior Living Communities since 2012. She takes great pride in promoting a team atmosphere and great care for the elders. During her free time, Tammy enjoys spending time with her husband, John and her son Eric.

Garden Place Columbia
Our Team
We have a great team at Garden Place Columbia - guided by goodness, loyalty, faith, and fun. Contact us anytime, we would love to meet you!

Pamela Sternau
Community Relations Director
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Pamela began working in long team care as a social worker in 1996 and has worked at a few local facilities over the years. She has had a love for the elderly since she was young, spending time with her grandparents and neighbors. Pamela enjoys helping people and finds it rewarding being able to make a difference. She grew up in Waterloo and currently lives in Millstadt with her two children. She is familiar with the community and looks forward to working with everyone in her new role.

Rhea Woodson-Mathews
Wellness Director
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Rhea graduated from LPN school in 2002 and is currently enrolled in RN school. In the beginning of her career, Rhea gained experience working in home health and hospice settings. She has been working in the assisted living setting since 2006 and enjoys working with the geriatric population which she considers very rewarding. Rhea believes we can all learn something from them and their experiences.
In her spare time, she enjoys walking, hiking and spending time with family and friends.

Debbie Cairns
Housekeeping Supervisor
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Debbie has worked as a Housekeeper in the Healthcare industry for 21 years. Her attention to detail keeps the residents happy and always requesting her service. Debbie is attentive to resident needs and enjoys hearing about their life experiences. When Debbie is not working, she enjoys time with her grandsons and lounging around with her dog.