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 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 welcomed Bradley Bodie on January 22 as executive director at Abbey Delray South in Delray Beach, Florida. Bodie has extensive experience in the senior living and healthcare space in Florida, most recently serving as executive director of Covenant Living of Florida.  “Brad is committed to creating an exceptional living and working environment where…

All of us have stories worth sharing! An author of nine children’s books who often wrote about diversity and racial justice, Beacon Hill resident Darwin Walton encourages her fellow community members to share their stories during her bi-monthly writing class. The 97-year-old teaches her peers how to express themselves through words by using photos, memories, and mementos….

Congratulations to our three team members – Selena Esparza, Safety and Security Officer of Newcastle Place; Tanisha Williams, Registered Charge Nurse of Harbour’s Edge; and Santana Wright, Health Center Scheduling Coordinator of Abbey Delray – on receiving the Charles M. Hall scholarship! The Lifespace Foundation awarded this $5,000 scholarship to exceptional team members enrolled in…

Lifespace Communities announced the promotion of Elijah Heyboer to executive director at GreenFields of Geneva, a Lifespace senior living community in the Chicagoland area, on Nov. 20. Heyboer originally joined Lifespace as administrator of the GreenFields’ health center in March before becoming interim executive director in September. “This promotion is well-deserved,” said Lifespace Vice President,…

Roy “Hoss” Allen, a resident at Wesley Court, a Lifespace senior living community in Abilene, Texas, who recently celebrated his 100th birthday, was the honoree at Wesley Court’s Veterans Day celebration. Roy served in World War II and also survived being taken as a prisoner of war. In addition to paying special honor to Roy…