Meet the Team – Northville
Jill Harrison
With over 20 years of experience in senior living, Jill Harrison has dedicated her career to serving others with compassion, integrity, and heart. Her journey began as a caregiver for blind children and individuals with disabilities, where she discovered her passion for helping others. That calling naturally led her to senior living, where she found her true purpose in caring for older adults.
Throughout her career, Jill has focused on fostering strong, connected communities through team building, resident engagement, and meaningful family and community relationships. She believes in creating an environment where every resident feels valued and heard at home.
Jill’s leadership is rooted in her core belief that Faith, Family, and Friends are essential to personal and community growth—and should be celebrated and shared daily. Her dedication to creating a culture of compassion, respect, and joy is evident in every aspect of her work.
Marcus Means
With 19 years of experience in senior living, Marcus brings a deep passion and commitment to serving older adults and their families. His journey began in 2006 as a care manager, and over the years, he has held various roles within the senior living industry.
Inspired by the close bond he shared with his late grandmother, who had dementia, Marcus developed a strong dedication to supporting seniors and enhancing their quality of life. Marcus takes pride in helping families navigate the complexities of senior care and finding meaningful solutions tailored to their needs. For Marcus, it is both an honor and a privilege to serve in this field.
Taylor Hamilton
Taylor Hamilton is an enthusiastic and dynamic Activity Director passionate about creating memorable experiences, and building a vibrant community at Pomeroy Living Northville. With a background in customer service for the past nine years, and event planning, Taylor thrives on designing engaging, inclusive programs that cater to diverse needs and interests. Whether it’s organizing social events, daily fitness, or arts and crafts sessions, Taylor believes in the power of activities to foster connection, promote wellness, and enhance the overall quality of life.
New to the role, Taylor brings fresh energy, and a creative approach to each activity, always striving to tailor every experience to the specific desires of her residents. By working closely with each resident, and understanding their interests, Taylor ensures every event is fun, enriching and memorable.
Don MacNeil
Chef Don MacNeil's culinary journey began in the culturally rich neighborhood of Southwest Detroit, where he was immersed in diverse cuisines from a young age. With Scottish and Irish roots on his father's side and Southern U.S. influences from his mother, Don developed a profound appreciation for global flavors. His early experiences in multilingual homes ignited a passion for cooking, prompting him to pursue a culinary career at the age of 15. After overcoming challenges to gain admission to Disney's Culinary College, he made the difficult decision to prioritize family over his aspirations when faced with his grandmother’s illness. Eighteen years later, driven by a desire for fulfillment, Don earned his degrees in Culinary Arts and Kitchen Management. With 15 years of experience across various prestigious settings, he continues to explore and celebrate the world’s cuisines, particularly those from Italy, Argentina, Spain, and the Caribbean.
John Newton
John Started at Pomeroy skilled facility in Sterling Heights. Upper management quickly noticed his dedication to his job to maintenance and residents, so they decided to train him for a director’s position. John transferred to Pomeroy Living in Northville, as their Maintenance Director in 2023.
John was born in England, to a British Father and Scottish Mother. He became a bit of a Navy Brat as his Father was a “lifer” in the Royal Navy. He has lived in Singapore, Malaysia, Newcastle, England, and Glasgow, Scotland, where his Mother was from.
John is an Army Veteran, stationed in Germany, Falkland Islands, and Northern Ireland. He emigrated to the United States in 1987, making Michigan his home.
John has spent many years in the construction field, ranging from supplies to carpentry. His last seven years have been in the maintenance field.
John loves the outdoor life. Hiking, and especially camping. He loves hanging with his children, but being a jokester is his specialty….