Kathy Flynn retiring as Apple Valley Senior Housing Manager
L-R Clifford Brown, Mary Jane Baughn, Cassie McGee, Ruth Fischer, Lorraine Heagen, Suzanne Hand, Karin LaValley, Christine Votraw % Jacqueline Lashua. Standing L-R Vera Crosby, Kathy Flynn and JoAnn Manley
Peru, NY – January 26, 2026 – Anyone who has ever visited Apple Valley Senior Housing knows how fortunate we are to have a 30-unit independent living facility in our community. It’s beautifully maintained, and its residents enjoy living there. Eight years ago, Kathy Flynn became Manager at Apple Valley Senior Housing. Now, she’s retiring, and a search for her successor is beginning.
Kathy Flynn commented, “When I started, I told the residents my primary responsibility is to make sure they feel safe, and that’s what I do. They know they can call me whenever they want, and I’ll be there in two minutes. If I’m not available, one of the board members or someone else will cover for me. Once, when I was away in Connecticut, a resident called about a sewer problem, and we had someone there within an hour. I’m proud of that.”
Flynn said the best part of the job is getting to know the seniors. “This job is the best-kept secret in the town. I can’t pinpoint one thing that’s best. I think it’s being around the seniors and keeping them safe. I’m also appreciative of having such a supportive and involved Board of Directors. I’ve really enjoyed working with them.”
The Apple Valley tenants pictured will miss Flynn. Jane Baughn said, “Kathy looks after everyone constantly. If we have a problem, Kathy’s there.” Christine Votraw added, ” It was a great pleasure to be Kathy’s high school classmate (1981). All these years went by then I decided on Apple Valley for my next home, and who the heck was the manager? She has been wonderful. She and her husband, John, are incredible people, and they take care of us at Apple Valley so well!”
Needless to say, Kathy Flynn wants the Apple Valley tenants to be in capable hands. She pointed out that the previous Apple Valley managers were local people. She said, “We are hoping to find someone local who cares as much about our seniors as the previous managers.”
As for her future, Flynn is undecided, saying she’ll take it easy for a year. She and her husband, John, hope to make time for some travel.
Position:Manager, Apple Valley Senior Housing
Permanent 30 hour/week position. Daily hours are flexible and are partially determined by the needs of the job.
Competitive salary is commensurate to applicants experience with yearly raises based upon review by the Board of Directors.
Location: Peru, New York
The Board of Directors for Apple Valley Senior Housing is seeking to fill a vacancy for Manager. The Manger shall be responsible for all phases of the operation of a 30-unit senior apartment complex, including (but not limited to) budgeting, tenant relocations, maintaining buildings and grounds in good operating condition, supervision of part-time employees and experience with QuickBooks (preferred).
Applicants shall have a proven ability in communication, efficiency bookkeeping, computer skills, and supervisory experience in an office setting. Training and attaining certifications (through National Center for Housing Management) will be required. Interested individuals must submit cover letter and resume to:
Apple Valley Senior Housing 1 Apple Valley Drive, A-7 Peru, NY 12972 or electronic kflynn@applevalleysh.org on or before February 13th
Posted: January 26th, 2026 under Adirondack Region News, Community Events, Faces of Peru, General News, Peru News, Peru resident news/accomplishments, Peru School News, Peru/Regional History, Senior Citizen News.