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Phyllis DeLaricheliere Joins Lifespace Communities as The Craig Executive Director

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…

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David Gustafson Joins Lifespace Communities as Meadow Lake Executive Director

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…

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Patrick Noonan Joins Lifespace Communities as Harbour’s Edge Executive Director

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…

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Heather Julian Joins Lifespace Communities as Chief Marketing Officer

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…

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Maria Mercer Joins Lifespace Communities As Vice President, Human Resources

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…

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Chris Andersen Joins Lifespace Communities as Newcastle Place Executive Director

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…

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Lifespace Communities continues its commitment to innovation as a participant in the AgeTech Collaborative™ from AARP®

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…

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Srini Alagarsamy Joins Lifespace Communities As Chief Technology Officer

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…

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Lifespace Communities Elects Venita Fields as New Board Chair

Lifespace is pleased to announce Venita Fields has been elected to serve as Board Chair. As we enter this new chapter under Venita’s board leadership, we look forward to the continued advancements we will make in transforming the field of aging.Venita’s tenure on the Lifespace Board of Directors since 2018 has been marked by invaluable contributions, including her…

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