Plantation Village has hired Marci Sherman to serve as the new Living Well director, according to a news release.

Sherman is the first to hold the title, officials said in the release. "Sherman initiates a variety of programs and services to help residents enjoy a healthy and engaged lifestyle and a rich resident experience," stated the release.

Plantation Village is a nonprofit Life Plan Community on 58 acres in Porters Neck.

“We created the new Living Well Director position to provide another level of service to enhance our residents’ – and associates’ -- quality of life,” said Zane Bennett, executive director of Plantation Village, in the release. “We are always seeking ways to enhance our resident experience and one of the most impactful ways we do this is by incorporating the 8 Dimensions of Wellness into our resident’s day-to-day lives. Now more than ever, health and wellness are priorities for residents, their loved ones, and our staff. We’re pleased to see that Marci is already having a very positive impact on our entire community.”

Prior to joining Plantation Village, Sherman worked in a variety of leadership positions at Suffolk Y Jewish Community Center in Commack, New York, for more than 30 years, including associate executive director from 2000 to 2018. 

Sherman graduated with a bachelor's degree in elementary education from State University of New York at Oneonta and earned her master's degree in social work from Adelphi University.