The Hearth Senior Living Opens Door To New Partnerships
May 14, 2021
SYRACUSE, N.Y.—As the senior living industry begins to emerge from the COVID fog and ramp up to occupancy goals, one provider is prepared to offer more than 30 years of experience to new ownership partners. Hearth Senior Living, a management company headquartered outside of Syracuse, N.Y., is opening the door to new partnership opportunities nationwide.…
MBK Announces Promotions of Diana Engle, Courtney Hill
May 14, 2021
IRVINE, Calif.—MBK Senior Living, one of Fortune magazine’s Top 10 “Best Workplaces in Aging Services,” announced the promotion of Diana Engle to national director of resident enrichment and Courtney Hill to regional director of operations. The announcement comes as the company experiences its second consecutive month of record move-ins. “Diana and Courtney have consistently demonstrated a solid…
Latest Élan Collection Community Opens in Los Angeles: The Watermark at Westwood Village
May 14, 2021
TUSCON, Ariz.—The Watermark at Westwood Village, Los Angeles’ newest luxury senior community from Watermark Retirement Communities, is now open. The community offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care accommodations and is the latest addition to Watermark Retirement Communities’ Élan Collection, the brand’s elite collection of senior communities crafted with a luxury wellness resort mindset. Featuring 188 elegant residences spanning from studio…
Eclipse Report Examines Issues and Opportunities for Women Pursuing Senior Living Careers
May 14, 2021
LAKE OSWEGO, Ore.—Taking inspiration from Women’s History Month in March as an opportunity to celebrate the achievements of women and examine societal barriers for women pursuing careers in senior living, Eclipse Senior Living held roundtable conversations among female associates to learn about their experiences working in the senior living. A report summarizing key findings and opportunities is…
Discovery Senior Living and Lone Star Funds Partner on Recapitalizing Flagship Community Portfolio
May 14, 2021
BONITA SPRINGS, Fla.—Discovery Senior Living announced a new partnership with an affiliate of Lone Star Funds in which the senior living provider has entered into a long-term management agreement of the Discovery Village portfolio, which includes 10 amenity- and service-rich communities across Florida, Texas, and Georgia. An affiliate of Lone Star Real Estate Fund VI completed…
Medtelligent Launches ALIS App Store
May 14, 2021
CHICAGO—Medtelligent, Inc., provider of the ALIS eHR software for assisted living, memory care, and independent living communities, today announced the launch of the ALIS App Store, an assisted living-specific ecosystem of apps that integrate with ALIS (pronounced “Alice”). The App Store is supported by ALIS APIs that make it easier for partners and customers to build…
Senior Housing News Spotlights 2021 Changemakers in Program Sponsored by Yardi
May 14, 2021
SANTA BARBARA, Calif.—Senior Housing News (SHN) media has announced the first group of 2021 Changemakers. Sponsored by Yardi®, the interview series returns to spotlight exceptional industry leadership. Among this year’s class are Terri Cunliffe, CEO, Covenant Living; Les Strech, president, Thrive Senior Living; and Michael Joseph, president, Clover Management. These executives have implemented unique strategies while navigating challenges—including during the pandemic—earning…
Retirement Unlimited Marks Opening and Licensure of Westmont at Short Pump
May 14, 2021
ROANOKE, Va.—The Westmont at Short Pump community held a ribbon cutting ceremony to celebrate its licensure and opening, Retirement Unlimited, Inc. (RUI), a family-owned and Virginia-based senior living community management company, announced. The three-story, 120,590-square-foot community in Henrico County’s Short Pump area features 123 apartments offering residential, assisted living, and Inspiritás, RUI’s vision and adaptation for memory…
GrandPad Introduces App Designed to Promote Mental Well-Being
May 14, 2021
MINNEAPOLIS, Minn.—Just in time for Mental Health Awareness month, GrandPad, creator of the first purpose-built tablet designed for older adults, has introduced the Moods app. A free app that is available to all GrandPad tablet users, Moods delivers a curated selection of immersive audiovisual environments to promote relaxation, comfort, and improve mental health in older adults. The state of mental…
Connect America Acquires Philips Aging and Caregiving Business
May 14, 2021
BALA CYNWYD, Pa.—Connect America.com, LLC, a nationally recognized leading innovator in connected health solutions, announced today that it has signed a definitive agreement to acquire the Aging and Caregiving (ACG) business from Royal Philips (NYSE: PHG). The ACG business offers the Lifeline Personal Emergency Response System (PERS) and senior living solutions with 24/7 access to trained care specialists,…
Commonwealth Senior Living Certified as a Great Place to Work for Third Year in a Row
May 6, 2021
CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va.—Commonwealth Senior Living announces that it has been certified as a Great Place to Work® by the Great Place to Work Institute for a third year in a row. Great Place to Work, an independent research and consulting firm, evaluated more than 60 elements of team members’ experience on the job. These included employee…
Lifespace Communities Names Nikki Kresse Chief People Officer
May 6, 2021
WEST DES MOINES, Iowa—Lifespace Communities has named Nikki Kresse to the position of chief people officer. Kresse brings more than 20 years of experience to the position. “We are excited to welcome Nikki to the Lifespace team,” said Jesse Jantzen, president and CEO of Lifespace Communities. “She has a proven track record of aligning human…