Celebrating Leadership: Welcoming John Ashley as the New Administrator of Dogwood Village

John Ashley, Administrator, DHA, LNHA, RCAL, QCP

Dogwood Village of Orange County Announces New Administrator, John Ashley

Orange, VA — Dogwood Village of Orange County is pleased to announce the hiring of John Ashley as its new Administrator, effective January 12, 2026. John brings a strong record of leadership, operational excellence, and resident-centered service to the organization, along with an extensive background in healthcare administration.

With a strong educational background in Healthcare Administration, John Ashley brings years of leadership experience in long-term care, serving most recently as Health Care Center Administrator within a large Continuing Care Retirement Community in Northern Virginia. Throughout his career, he has overseen Skilled Nursing, Assisted Living, Memory Care, and Independent Living operations with a strong focus on regulatory compliance, quality improvement, and resident-centered care. John is recognized for strengthening staffing performance, elevating quality measures, and leading teams through complex initiatives, including emergency preparedness planning aligned with CMS requirements. He has built strong and collaborative relationships not only with residents and staff, but also with community-based organizations, working closely with local partners to enhance programs, services, and support for older adults.

Known for his team-centered leadership style, John continues to advance operational excellence, cultivate trust across all levels of the organization, and foster a culture of compassion and accountability.

“I am honored to join Dogwood Village and deeply grateful for the trust placed in me in this new role. Dogwood Village has a long-standing reputation for compassion, integrity, and exceptional service to the community. I look forward to working alongside our dedicated team, supporting our residents and families, and upholding the highest standards of financial stewardship as we continue to strengthen the quality of care provided. I am fully committed to being a long-term member of this community, contributing stability, leadership, and continuity for years to come. Together, we will build on the strong foundation already in place and ensure our community continues to thrive well into the future.”

“We are excited to welcome John to Dogwood Village,” said Sam Kessler, Chairman of the Health Center Commission . “His dedication to quality care, combined with his strategic leadership experience, makes him an excellent fit for our community. We look forward to the positive impact he will have on our residents, staff, and the continued growth of our organization.”

John will oversee facility operations, guide teams in delivering exceptional care, and support Dogwood Village’s ongoing commitment to its mission of providing compassionate, high-quality services to the Orange County community.