Amber Ott serves as the General Manager at Deepwood Estates by Barclay House. She is from Columbia, SC, and has over 15 years in Senior Living Experience. Prior to joining the senior living realm, Amber managed a DME company and two Sleep Labs. Her favorite part of working with seniors is getting to know them and learning their backgrounds and histories. She values her work at QSLM and the people who share the same passion for senior care. When not at work, Amber is decorating, crafting, and spending time with her family and friends.
Meet Our Team
Deepwood Estates by Barclay House’s management team is made up of industry professionals with years of experience providing exceptional senior services and care. We are committed to raising the bar on quality living for seniors, and we’re proud of the work we do every day.
Amanda Cleary
Community Sales Manager
Amanda Clearly, born in Illinois and living in South Carolina since 205, serves as the Community Sales Manager at Deepwood Estates by Barclay House. She previously held the Director of Activities position here at the community and has transitioned into her new role. Amanda has a BA in Communications & PR from Valparaiso University in Valparaiso, IN. Before joining the team at Deepwood Estates, she worked in Sales, Business Development, and Recruitment roles in Healthcare.
Amanda's favorite part about working with seniors is hearing the honesty and stories they share. Her goal is to give back and bring the light out of those that may not have seen it in a while.
When she's not working, Amanda is with her boys, playing golf, trying new restaurants, or watching sports. She is looking forward to her new role in Sales and continuing to advocate for the residents.
Kia Drummond
Director of Business Operations
Kia Drummond is the Director of Business Operations at Deepwood Estates by Barclay House, where she oversees daily operations, supports team efficiency, and ensures high-quality care and services. Originally from Montgomery, West Virginia, Kia brings years of operational experience in hospice, home health care, and skilled nursing facilities, which has given her a strong foundation in healthcare operations and leadership. She also has experience as a travel nurse, where she held roles focused on improving processes, supporting staff, and enhancing patient care outcomes.
Kia’s favorite part of working with seniors is building meaningful relationships and learning from their life experiences. Since she was a little girl, she’s had a heart for seniors, and she enjoyed volunteering at local nursing homes to read to the patients. She says, “It’s incredibly rewarding to be part of a field where you can make a real difference in someone’s quality of life.” Working at QSLM, she most enjoys being part of a compassionate, team-oriented environment that is truly dedicated to serving others and making a positive impact in the community.
Outside of work, Kia enjoys spending time with her family and traveling whenever she has the opportunity.
Kia is passionate about continuous improvement and is committed to helping our team grow while maintaining a strong focus on quality care and service excellence.
David Watson
Maintenance Coordinator
David Watson is the Maintenance Coordinator at Deepwood Estates by Barclay House. He was born in Washington DC but has spent most of his life in South Carolina. David is CDP certified through National Council of Certified Dementia Practitioners. He has previous exerience serving as a Service Coordinator for a home services company as well as a plumber for both residental and commercial properties. David is glad to be able to learn about the lives of seniors he works with and hear the life lessons they share. When not at work, David enjoys brewing and serving whole leaf tea. He is always looking to learn and serve.