Meet the Team
Meet the Owners
The roots of South Mountain Memory Care run deep in the Lehigh Valley. Founders Billy Wall, Joe Cimerola, and Joe Bubba have come together to create the first privately-owned, standalone “Small-House” designed memory care community in the Lehigh Valley.
Billy Wall is the current owner of AP Houser and Valley Builders, two esteemed companies with history dating back to 1912. Bill grew up in the family business working alongside his grandfather, Sam Landis, Sr., until illness sidelined the patriarch. Bill took the reins and continued to build on the success of the organization as a legacy to his grandfather. It is these community ties and dedication to his grandfather’s memory that have led Bill to build a community where loved ones could have peace of mind, knowing their elders will receive proper care.
LifeCare Holdings, LLC, was founded in 2001 by Joseph Cimerola, President and CEO. Joe brings over 35 years of extensive CEO experience in the non-profit health care sector and demonstrated leadership experience and success in the private for-profit health care sector and senior living market.
Joseph Bubba is one of Fitzpatrick Lentz and Bubba’s Law founding members. His concentration is focused on physician-hospital relationships and physician practices, and he represents several health care facilities and staff matters. Joe also has a background in corporate and business practice regarding land transactions, mergers, and acquisitions.
Meet The Team at South Mountain Memory Care
South Mountain Memory Care is staffed with experienced and compassionate professionals. We encourage families of residents, prospective residents, caregivers, and others, to reach out directly to our team. Click the contact’s name to email them directly.
Megan DePalma, PCHA, Certified Dementia Practitioner
Executive Director — Email
Megan has been a part of SMMC since it’s opening in 2018. First, leading the community’s business operations before taking on the role of Executive Director in 2019. A native of Emmaus, Megan is thrilled to be a part of bringing personalized, compassionate care to the community where she grew up. Megan’s background in Human Resources and Business Management has allowed her to create a culture of excellence for the team at SMMC. Megan enjoys vacationing with her family. Her daughter
Jody Graham, LPN, PCHA
Director of Wellness — Email
Jody has been a nurse for over 20 years. She began her career as a Med-Surg nurse, then transitioned into the senior living industry. Jody enjoys senior living because it allows her to spend time with residents and hear all the stories residents share about their lives and past experiences. When Jody is not at SMMC, she enjoys being outdoors and traveling with her husband, reading, and spending time with her children and grandchildren.
Karen Karamitros Brennan
Life Enrichment Director — Email
Karen has worked in the senior living industry for several years in both a administrative and life enrichment capacity. Karen’s goals for life enrichment within the South Mountain community are centered around creating a meaningful, engaging and supportive environment that enhances the quality of life for each resident. Karen’s focus is in developing personalized activities that cater to individual interests, abilities and life histories fostering a sense of purpose and joy for all residents. By encouraging social interaction and cognitive stimulation, life enrichment at SMMC strives to maintain resident’s independence while creating moments of comfort in each day.
Charese Martinez
Dining Services Director — Email
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Jennifer Hoey
Business Operations Manager — Email
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