Meet Our Leadership

Kenneth Washington

Kenneth Washington

Kenneth Washington

Founder & Chief Growth Officer

Kenneth founded Pledge Senior Housing with a vision of transforming residential assisted living through innovation, clinical collaboration, and exceptional service.

With more than 15 years of executive leadership in healthcare—including hospice, home health, senior living operations, business development, and strategic growth—Kenneth has dedicated his career to helping organizations expand access to compassionate, high-quality care.

Throughout his career, he has led regional and multi-state healthcare organizations, built high-performing teams, and developed innovative partnerships that improve patient outcomes while supporting families through life’s most important transitions.

His passion extends beyond operating assisted living communities. Kenneth believes families deserve an experienced advocate to help them navigate senior living with confidence, transparency, and compassion.

Outside of work, Kenneth enjoys spending time with his wife and children, mentoring healthcare leaders, and continuing to develop innovative models that improve care for seniors across Arizona.

Jane Williams Cooper, RN

Chief Clinical Officer

Jane is the clinical heart of Pledge Senior Housing.

As a Registered Nurse with extensive experience across hospice, home health, and senior care, she leads our clinical programs with compassion, professionalism, and an unwavering commitment to resident well-being.

Jane believes every resident deserves individualized care that honors their dignity while supporting their physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.

She works closely with physicians, therapists, hospice providers, pharmacies, and caregivers to ensure each resident receives coordinated, person-centered care.

Families quickly recognize Jane not only for her clinical expertise but for the genuine relationships she builds with residents and loved ones alike.

Her calm leadership, warm personality, and commitment to excellence help create the caring culture that defines Pledge Senior Housing.

Kenneth Washington Team behind Pledge Senior Housing

Jane Williams Cooper, RN

Deahanna Mead Team behind Pledge Senior Housing

Deahanna Mead

Deahanna Mead

Director of Assisted Living Operations

Deahanna brings years of hands-on assisted living leadership and operational expertise to every Pledge community.

She oversees daily operations across our homes, ensuring residents receive exceptional care while supporting caregivers with the training, resources, and leadership they need to succeed.

Known for her approachable leadership style and resident-first philosophy, Deahanna is passionate about creating environments where seniors feel safe, respected, and genuinely at home.

She believes that exceptional assisted living isn’t built through policies alone—it’s built through relationships, consistency, and the little moments that make each resident’s day brighter.

Her dedication to both residents and staff helps ensure every Pledge community reflects the warmth, professionalism, and family atmosphere that define our organization.

Experience the Pledge Difference

We invite you to tour one of our beautiful communities and discover why families across Arizona trust Pledge Senior Housing.