Meet Our Staff
Zanzy Lewis
Executive Director
Zanzy Lewis is the Executive Director of the Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program of Northeast Indiana. Inc. Area 3 which is a nonprofit organization that advocates for residents in nursing homes and licensed assisted living facilities serving nine counties: Adams, Allen, DeKalb, Huntington, LaGrange, Noble, Steuben, Wells and Whitley counties. Within the nine counties, there are approximately 101 facilities we oversee. Zanzy also serves on the Wells County Council on Aging board, is a member of The Allen County TRIAD, Greater Fort Wayne Inc, Women’s Network, Aging and In-Home Services of Northeast Indiana, Inc Advisory Council, Visit Fort Wayne’s Music Economy Taskforce, Council On Senior Services and Alliance of Human Services. Zanzy enjoys family time, being around water and anything sports related!
Kathy Lewis
Certified LTC Ombudsman / Part-time staff
Ta’Korei Moore
Certified LTC Ombudsman / Part-time staff
Meet Our Board
Anna Outten
Board President
Anna Outten has dedicated her career to supporting and nurturing others, beginning with her work in elementary education. She temporarily stepped away from her professional endeavors to focus on raising her family and has since redirected her efforts toward community advocacy. Anna served as a Court Appointed Special Advocate, championing the needs of children in vulnerable situations. She now extends her advocacy to senior citizens, promoting their rights and well-being in long-term care facilities. Married for 21 years and a proud mother of two college-aged children, Anna remains deeply committed to fostering a sense of community. In her free time, she enjoys traveling, reading and spending time at the lake.
Lindsay Chaille
Board Secretary
Lindsay Chaille is a registered nurse with the Allergy and Asthma Center in Fort Wayne. Prior to this role, she raised her children at home. Lindsay has had several voluntary positions at Canterbury school where her children attend, including President of the Parent Association, substitute teaching and school nurse. She currently serves on the Canterbury School Board of Trustees. Lindsay enjoys serving on the Long-Term Care Ombudsman Board because senior citizens represent a significantly underserved population in our community. Lindsay enjoys traveling with her family, hiking in national parks and spending time at the lake.
David Anthony
Board Member
David is an estate planning and elder law attorney that regularly works with families as they prepare for the future, including managing the costs of long-term care and navigating Medicaid eligibility. David’s belief in giving back to the community and being involved in how the law and practice develop has led to his involvement in several other organizations that directly and indirectly support the independence of seniors including the Wells County Council on Aging, the Indiana and Ohio chapters of the National Association of Elder Law Attorneys, the Fort Wayne Estate Planning Council and the Elder Law Section and the Probate Trusts and Real Property section of the Indiana State Bar Association. David also volunteers with the Volunteer Lawyer Program of Fort Wayne, and participates in local “Write a Will” events. He and his wife enjoy their pet dogs and taking trips together when time allows.
Marissa Tye
Board Member
Marissa has dedicated her career to serving seniors. She was inspired early on by her grandmother, who was her hero and led to her passion for advocating for the elderly. Since 2015, she has worked in and with skilled nursing facilities, skilled home health, palliative care and hospice. She gained a deep understanding of the challenges seniors and their families face. Now serving as the Community Liasion at Paradigm Health, who specializes in quality palliative and hospice care, she continues to ensure that seniors receive compassionate, dignified care. As a member of the Ombudsman board, Marissa is committed to being a voice for residents and their families. Originally from Fremont, Indiana, she now lives in Fort Wayne with her husband and 4-year-old child, carrying forward the values her grandmother instilled in her.
Kaysey Scheg
Board Treasurer
Kaysey Scheg is an experienced operations leader and graphic design professional, currently serving on the Board and working for the LTC Ombudsman Program. She brings expertise in process optimization, data analytics, digital communications, and community advocacy. Kaysey is passionate about using her skills to drive organizational growth and support initiatives that protect and empower vulnerable populations. She is a mother of two adult children and a caretaker for her grandmother.
Jeslynn Smith
Board Member
Jeslynn C. Smith is an Attorney at Nugen Law focusing on elder law, estate planning, trust and estate administration, guardianships, asset protection, and Medicaid planning. She began her career in 2005 as a paralegal in the elder law field, continued serving clients while in law school from 2009 to 2013, graduated from Western Michigan University Thomas M. Cooley Law School in January 2013, and has practiced law in Indiana since May 2013. Drawing on nearly two decades of hands‑on experience across Northeast Indiana, Jeslynn designs and reviews wills, revocable and irrevocable trusts, powers of attorney, and advance directives; guides families through administration and guardianship processes; and coordinates with financial advisors, accountants, and health‑care providers to align legal planning with real‑world care and finances.
Jeslynn is actively engaged in the elder law community and public service. She recently served as President of the Indiana Chapter of the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys (NAELA) and continues to serve on its Board. She currently serves on the Wells County Teen Court Board and recently joined the Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program Board. She volunteers her time with Wells County Teen Court and participates in Write‑A‑Will Week through the League, and she frequently presents at seminars and educational programs to help families and professionals understand estate planning and elder law.
Away from the office, Jeslynn enjoys traveling, camping, listening to music, and spending time with family and friends. She is an avid reader of Janet Evanovich and stays active with her Dance2Fit program.
Neco Beasley
Board Member
Born in Fort Wayne, Indiana, a close-knit midwestern city. Ms. Beasley discovered her gift as a stylist at a young age. She would pack her bag of supplies and walk to her family's home to style their hair. Neco has been a licensed Cosmetologist for thirty-two years and a licensed instructor for eleven. Ms. Beasley founded Star Network, a program that empowers women to be the best version of themselves while experiencing the effects of a divorce. Neco Beasley believes women should not allow detours to stop them from reaching their destination, Ms. Beasley is blessed with four children and ten grandchildren.
Kassandra Buckland
Board Member
Kassandra Buckland is a dedicated social worker with a passion for supporting older adults and their families through life’s transitions. She earned her Bachelor of Social Work from the University of Indianapolis in 2016 and her Master of Social Work from Indiana Wesleyan University in 2023.
With a professional background in long-term care, Kassandra has worked closely with seniors and their support systems, gaining firsthand insight into the complexities and emotional challenges that often accompany aging. Through this experience, she recognized a critical gap in services—particularly in helping families navigate transitions with clarity, compassion, and coordination.
Motivated to bridge that gap, Kassandra founded Mindful Transitions LLC, where she focuses on guiding older adults and their families through care planning, resource coordination, and major life transitions. Her work is rooted in empathy, advocacy, and a commitment to ensuring individuals feel supported and empowered every step of the way.