Claridge Court resident Mary Ellen Purucker has been a Kansas City Chiefs football fan longer than she can remember. And the 104 year-old’s favorite football player? Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes of course! In fact, Mary Ellen’s most prized possession is her autographed Mahomes jersey. Mary Ellen shared her love for the Chiefs and life advice…

The addition will increase the number of Lifespace communities to 18, with three in the Chicagoland area. Lifespace Communities announced today that it has finalized a transaction with Friendship Senior Options (FSO) to transition sponsorship of one of FSO’s communities in the Chicagoland area – GreenFields of Geneva. Lifespace welcomes this community into its current…

These health centers are among the top U.S. skilled nursing facilities providing short-term rehabilitation and long-term care DALLAS, Texas and WEST DES MOINES, Iowa – A total of 11 health centers as part of Lifespace Communities are being recognized as the Best Nursing Homes for 2022-23 by U.S. News & World Report. The designation affirms…

Robbins brings military and 20 years of senior living experience to the role Lifespace Communities is pleased to announce that Brian Robbins joins Lifespace as Chief Operating Officer, effective Dec. 19, 2022. Robbins will have full responsibility for operations strategy, planning, financial management, operations management, and resident and family relations. He will partner closely with…

From Jesse Jantzen, Chief Executive Officer The Lifespace Foundation plays a vital role in our Lifespace family. I continue to remain committed to honoring the philanthropic goals and contributions of donors by making sure we achieve maximum impact as an organization. While over the past year we saw a number of projects funded through the…

As Tropical Storm Ian approaches the Florida coast, we are taking appropriate precautions and working with local authorities to ensure the safety and well-being of our residents and team members at our five Florida communities. See below for the latest updates: UPDATE 9/27/2022 (FOR VILLAGE ON THE GREEN) Tropical Storm Ian has been upgraded to…

Lifespace Communities is pleased to announce Tim Gorman as the new general counsel effective July 5, 2022. Gorman will provide overall leadership, vision, and direction of the legal function including governance, regulatory, risk and liability, and transactional matters. Gorman, who is also a certified public accountant, has extensive experience in providing legal and strategic advice…

Lifespace Communities’ Chief Financial Officer Nicholas “Nick” Harshfield was named as a Top 50 CEO by the OnCon Icon Awards at a virtual ceremony on May 24. Harshfield joined Lifespace Communities two years ago, and has more than 30 years of financial experience, 15 years of which are in senior living. He focuses on developing…

DALLAS and WEST DES MOINES, Iowa (March 23, 2022) – Lifespace Communities is pleased to announce Mike Roach as the new chief strategy officer effective March 23, 2022. Roach will play a vital role in the development, oversight, and implementation of strategic planning throughout the Lifespace organization and markets. He will assist in identifying, assessing,…

DALLAS, Texas and WEST DES MOINES, Iowa (Feb. 15, 2022) – Lifespace Communities is pleased to announce that Dana Smith is the new chief revenue officer effective Feb. 14, 2022. Smith will support Lifespace’s revenue growth across all business lines, while additionally serving as the company’s corporate and community brand steward in the chief marketing…