Lifespace Communities, Inc., one of the nation’s top 10 largest nonprofit senior living organizations, is proud to announce that 13 of its communities have been named one of America’s Best Nursing Homes for 2025 by U.S. News & World Report. This recognition, awarded to top-performing health centers across the country, celebrates excellence in care quality…

At Lifespace Communities, we are committed to enhancing the resident experience, an effort that has earned us a 2024 Honorable Mention from the Mather Institute Promising Practice Awards. Since 2021, we’ve been gathering valuable resident feedback through biannual surveys. Using the globally respected Net Promoter Score (NPS), we assess satisfaction across key areas such as…

Lifespace Communities welcomed Phyllis DeLaricheliere on October 7 as executive director at The Craig in Amarillo, Texas. DeLaricheliere has nearly 20 years’ experience in senior living, most recently serving as Executive Director of Sunrise Senior Living. She has also held leadership roles at Brookdale and Benchmark Senior Living. In addition to her senior living operations…

Our wonderful residents of Friendship Village of Bloomington had a few pearls of wisdom to share with Twin Cities Live reporter Kelli Hanson. Watch this touching video to hear their heartfelt advice and fun tips for a fulfilling life.  WATCH VIDEO.    

Lifespace Communities welcomed David Gustafson on August 26 as executive director at Meadow Lake in Tyler, Texas. Gustafson has extensive experience as a leader in senior living operations, with previous leadership roles at Aegis Living, Discovery Senior Living, and Watermark Retirement Communities. “David’s leadership style is collaborative and supportive. Throughout his career, he has prioritized…

Lifespace Communities announced that Patrick Noonan joined the senior living organization as executive director at Harbour’s Edge in Delray Beach, Florida on August 19. Noonan has over 30 years’ experience leading senior living operations and managing healthcare administration, most recently serving as Executive Director at The Glenview at Pelican Bay in Naples, Florida. “Patrick’s focus…

Lifespace Communities announced that Heather Julian joined the senior living organization as chief marketing officer on June 24. Throughout her career, Julian has led marketing strategies for start-ups and long-standing industry leaders in the hospitality, construction, finance, tech, and retail sectors. Most recently, she served as chief marketing officer at BorrowWorks, a specialized financial technology…

Lifespace Communities announced that Maria Mercer joined the senior living organization as vice president, human resources effective May 13. In this newly restructured role, Mercer will provide comprehensive human resources leadership to support Lifespace in its continued advancement to be the leader in attracting and retaining top talent, fostering an outstanding work environment, and achieving…

Lifespace Communities welcomed Chris Andersen on April 29 as executive director at Newcastle Place in Mequon, Wisconsin. Andersen has 29 years’ experience in healthcare and senior living, including previously serving at Lifespace as executive director at Beacon Hill, Claridge Court, and Oak Trace from 2004 to 2013. Most recently, he served as executive director at…

Friendship Village of South Hills resident, Ginny, received a visit from one of her favorite people – her grandson, Justin Watson, NFL Super Bowl champion and Kansas City Chiefs player. Residents and team members were excited to celebrate with the Super Bowl champion and his grandmother. Photo taken by Pittsburgh Post-Gazette SEE ARTICLE

Lifespace Communities proudly announces it is a participant in the AgeTech Collaborative™ from AARP®, an unparalleled innovation ecosystem bringing together cutting-edge thinkers in the longevity tech space to champion meaningful advances so that everyone can choose how they live as they age. This participation reflects Lifespace’s unwavering dedication to pioneering innovation that delivers personalized experiences…

Lifespace Communities announced Srini Alagarsamy joined the senior living organization as chief technology officer on April 9. Alagarsamy will play an integral role in fostering strategic innovation and guiding Lifespace’s long-term technological vision, as well as overseeing infrastructure, cybersecurity, software applications, and data and analytics. “Srini brings years of relevant experience to this role leading…