At Monarch House we are only as strong as our staff and we are proud to employ only qualified individuals who bring their own diverse knowledge and compassion to our community.
Our Team

Holly Arrington
Executive Director
We are happy to introduce Holly Arrington as the Executive Director of The Monarch House Assisted Living Community. Holly has been a registered nurse for over 18 years. Beginning her nursing career as a critical care nurse, she eventually transitioned into healthcare management. Holly attended Georgia Southwestern State University. She received her nursing degree from Coastal Georgia State College in Brunswick, Georgia, progressing toward her Masters degree in nursing at the The University of Phoenix. Holly has impressively worked as a critical care float nurse at Southeast Georgia Medical Center in Brunswick, GA, Wake Med Hospital in Cary, NC, Duke University Health System in Durham, NC, and an Overhouse Supervisor at Piedmont Newnan Hospital. She has worked as a RN Case Manager, Director of Operations and Area Vice President for several home health and hospice companies as well as an Administrator for physician practices, ambulatory surgery centers and in house laboratories. She has also owned and operated a certified nurse aide training school. Holly has received numerous certifications in healthcare to include hospice, trauma, critical care and stroke. She is a certified medication aide instructor for the state of Georgia.
Holly literally grew up volunteering in nursing homes and assisted living facilities under the direction of her mother, who has managed these communities and set an example of excellence of care that Holly appreciates and emulates. With years of nursing and leadership training, managerial successes, and a soft heart for seniors, Holly is looking forward to serving this community at The Monarch House.
Holly resides in Newnan with her loving husband Lee. Together, they have five beautiful children, an amazing daughter-in-law and three adorable grandchildren. She enjoys running, working out, gardening, reading and spending time with her family.


Polly Placko
Resident Services Director
Polly Placko is our Resident Services Director at The Monarch House Assisted Living Community. Polly attended Southern Crescent Technical College and received a certification in phlebotomy. She also attended West Georgia Technical College and completed her degree in licensed practical nursing. She then focused on geriatrics. She enjoys the rewards of serving the needs of the senior community. She knows at the end of the day her work, attitude, and attention to detail make all the difference to the residents and their loved ones. Polly works tirelessly at The Monarch House to make sure all of our residents are safe and happy.
Polly lives in Newnan with her husband and son. She enjoys spending time with family and experiencing unplanned adventures and traveling. In her spare time, she enjoys reading and making DIY projects.
Polly Placko
Resident Services Director
Polly Placko is our Resident Services Director at The Monarch House Assisted Living Community. Polly attended Southern Crescent Technical College and received a certification in phlebotomy. She also attended West Georgia Technical College and completed her degree in licensed practical nursing. She then focused on geriatrics. She enjoys the rewards of serving the needs of the senior community. She knows at the end of the day her work, attitude, and attention to detail make all the difference to the residents and their loved ones. Polly works tirelessly at The Monarch House to make sure all of our residents are safe and happy.
Polly lives in Newnan with her husband and son. She enjoys spending time with family and experiencing unplanned adventures and traveling. In her spare time, she enjoys reading and making DIY projects.

Dez Ross
Activities Coordinator
Serial Coffee Drinker and Coffee Eater. Love Humans – CPR CERTIFIED!
Dez graduated with Communications and Organizational Management Degree, TALK about Loving Life 7 days A week.
Dez is Sincere, Friendly, Curious and Ambitious, Positivity Engager, Life Traveler.
“In my spare time I am a stunt double for Wonder Woman, ask my 12 yr old son about this, I gotta keep up – ALWAYS!”
Dez’s Favorite Quote:
“Don’t let the shadows of failure, block out the sunshine of success!” ~ WG Mattig

Contact Us
(678) 552-9867
We offer a different approach to senior living at Monarch House in Newnan. We would love to hear from you!
