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The award event honors and recognizes the innovative use of technology to improve the overall care and operations in their organizations. Read More about LCS receives top honors at 2023 McKnight’s Excellence in Technology awards for technology innovation

Understanding how to cultivate an environment prioritizing social wellness is crucial in senior living management. If the recent pandemic taught us anything it is how important social c Read More about Social Capital: Redeveloping Your Community to Build Resident Engagement

The workshop has ‘graduated’ almost 100 residents and employees and created demand for future sessions. Read More about LCS employees benefit from one-of-a-kind resident-developed and led diversity and inclusion workshop

Navigating the senior living community industry requires a thorough understanding of management and strategic affiliations. While both have advantages, proactive and efficient managemen Read More about Management Company vs Affiliation

Sedgebrook Senior Living executive chef, Kira Eggert, has received the “Chef of The Year 2023” title and $10,000 grand prize after battling through a three-round, “chopped-style” cook-o Read More about 2023 LCS Chef of the Year title awarded to Sedgebrook Senior Living executive chef

Reminiscence therapy improves the mood and cognition of memory care residents by stimulating feelings of comfort and familiarity and providing opportunities for social engagement. Learn Read More about Reminiscence Therapy: 8 Considerations for Implementing at Your Senior Living Community

The award recognizes dynamic leaders who are laying the foundation for a bright future in care delivery and aging. Read More about Aging Media Network Names Kyle Exline to the 2023 Class of Future Senior Housing Leaders

Energage, the company behind the Top Workplaces program, has ranked LCS fourth among nearly 200 companies in its Healthcare category as part of its annual National Industry Awards. Read More about LCS Named #4 on Top Workplace National Industry Awards List

In the competitive landscape of senior living, staffing success is crucial for providing exceptional care, but attracting and retaining talented staff members can be a challenge. Discov Read More about Unlocking Staffing Success in Senior Living: Retention Strategies that Work

Chicago’s newest senior living community offers upscale living in a historic urban setting Read More about Clarendale Six Corners Opens for Residents

LCS explains why having a strategic plan for senior living communities is important. Read More about The Importance of Strategic Planning: Understanding the Risks and Challenges of Going without One

Intergenerational relationships promote empathy and provide meaningful social interaction for residents. Learn why it is important to bridge the generational divide and how your communi Read More about Bridging the Gap: Engaging Seniors Through Cross-Generational Connections

The awards were given during the 2023 LCS Leadership Summit held June 5-8, 2023, in Denver, CO. Read More about LCS honors 20 employees for exemplary achievements during its 2023 LCS Leadership Summit

A live cook off and celebrity judge will be on tap for the final competition on Aug. 3 Read More about Life Care Services announces 2023 Chef of the Year finalists

Chef Mike Prager was crowned the winner of the Culinary Showcase at the 2023 Argentum Senior Living Executive Conference. Read More about Clarendale of Algonquin Chef Wins Argentum National Culinary Showcase Competition

Explore the top trends in senior living dining and discovers how to implement trends to improve resident satisfaction. Read More about Top Trends in Senior Living Dining: What Providers Need to Know

The combined communities include more than 1,000 independent living, assisted living and memory care apartments. Read More about Life Care Services Strengthens its Managed Rental Portfolio with the Addition of 10 Communities

LCS is one of only 57 companies selected by Gallup to receive an Exceptional Workplace Award this year. Read More about LCS Named 2023 Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award Winner

As the senior living industry continues to evolve, it becomes increasingly important for senior living communities to partner with a full-service management company to help navigate the Read More about What to Look for In a Senior Living Management Partner

At LCS, we’re always looking for new ways to make a positive impact on those we serve, especially when it comes to technology. The ever-evolving field of Artificial Intelligence (AI) al Read More about Curious? AI Explains Why Experience Is Everything

The community will include three connected buildings complete with high-end amenities, upscale concierge services and onsite parking. Read More about New Senior Living Community, The Delaney at The Vale, to Open this Summer

LCS has announced the purchase of The Arlington of Naples, a premier 298-unit life plan community located on 39 acres in the esteemed Lely Resort master-planned community in Naples, FL. Read More about LCS Completes Acquisition of The Arlington of Naples

Discover what a strategic plan is and why it's essential for senior living communities to navigate challenges and live up to their full potential. Read More about Why is Strategic Planning Important?

Nation’s third-largest senior living operator receives highest score in all 6 resident experience factors Read More about Life Care Services Ranked #1 in Independent Living Customer Satisfaction by J.D. Power for Four Consecutive Years

DES MOINES, Iowa (November 9, 2022) - LCS, the nation’s third-largest senior living operator, announces the promotion of GeLynna Shaw to the role of Executive Vice President of Operatio Read More about LCS promotes GeLynna Shaw to the role of Executive Vice President of Operations

Bird will be responsible for leading the company’s operating activities and working with senior management to drive performance excellence and earnings across all business lines. Read More about LCS promotes Chris Bird to the role of President

The annual Des Moines Business Record award recognizes outstanding accomplishments and community engagement. Read More about LCS’s Monica Friedman named 2022 HR Professional of the Year

An additional 43 communities received recognition for reaching 95%+ occupancy, with many reaching this achievement across multiple levels of care. Read More about Life Care Services honors 17 senior living communities for achieving 100% resident occupancy

Award recognizes dynamic leaders who are laying the foundation for a bright future in care delivery and aging. Read More about Aging Media Network Names Michael Berg to the 2022 Class of Future Senior Housing Leaders

New community will be the West End’s first upscale senior living option to be built in 15 years Read More about Construction Begins on Clarendale West End Senior Living Community

Clarendale of Algonquin executive chef, Mike Prager, has received the coveted Life Care Services “Chef of The Year 2022” title after battling through a three-round, “chopped-style” cook Read More about LCS awards 2022 Chef of the Year title to Clarendale of Algonquin executive chef

Curriculum supplements existing health & wellness and life enrichment programs Read More about LCS Adds EveryDay Experiences Programming to Signature EverSafe 360 Program

The annual competition celebrates the hospitality and culinary talents of chefs located in senior living communities owned and managed by Life Care Services. Read More about Life Care Services Announces Chef of the Year Finalists

Development includes luxury senior residences with contemporary amenities Read More about Ribbon Cutting Held at Clarendale Clayton Senior Residences

The National Investment Center for Seniors Housing & Care (NIC) Senior Principal Lana Peck recently had the opportunity to connect with LCS CEO Joel Nelson and discuss the history o Read More about LCS: Not Just Another Senior Living Company. A Conversation with CEO Joel Nelson

Now under construction! Experience an unconventional retirement community 20 years in the making at Broadview Senior Living at Purchase College. Read More about A New Age in Senior Living—Broadview at Purchase College

Plantation Village, the first and only life plan community in Wilmington, North Carolina, has partnered with LCS Development to start construction on a phased expansion project to add m Read More about LCS Development Begins Expansion at Plantation Village in North Carolina

Let’s make sure you’re ready for what’s next. Read More about The Future of Post-Acute Care

Fountain View Village, a senior living community located in Fountain Hill, Arizona was recently acquired by an affiliate of Focus Healthcare Partners, LLC (Focus) and Life Care Services Read More about Fountain View Village Announces New Ownership and Management

Nation’s second-largest senior living operator receives highest score in all 6 factors DES MOINES, Iowa. November 17, 2021 — Life Care Services, An LCS Company, has become the first an Read More about Life Care Services Ranked #1 in Independent Living Customer Satisfaction by J.D. Power

With the 2021 LeadingAge Annual Meeting + EXPO in the rearview mirror, all of us at LCS are more inspired than ever to continue the forward-moving progress in the bright future of the s Read More about Three Key Takeaways From LeadingAge 2021

Purchase completed with Senior Care Development DES MOINES, Iowa. January 2, 2020 — LCS has announced the purchase of The Clare, a Continuing Care Retirement Community, located in dow Read More about LCS Acquires The Clare in Downtown Chicago

Senior living centers booming with more elderly people deciding to downsize Stories like #DanceLikeJulia are happening in our 140 communities across the country. In Ames, Iowa, Jerry a Read More about Life Care Services Provides Many Opportunities for Seniors

Communities recently acquired by Healthpeak Properties, Inc. DES MOINES, IOWA. February 4, 2020 — Life Care Services, An LCS Company and the nation’s second largest senior living operat Read More about Life Care Services to Manage 13 Communities

Joanne Kopper named in LeadingAge Illinois Award Program A new home health program developed by Joanne Kopper, director of resident health services, received the LeadingAge Illinois 202 Read More about Sedgebrook Leader Recognized for Home Care Program

Joanne Freeborn selected in LeadingAge Florida Awards Program DES MOINES, Iowa. September 10, 2020 — Joanne Freeborn, Glencare clinical nurse manager, received the LeadingAge Florida 20 Read More about Glenview at Pelican Bay Executive Named Emerging Leader

A pandemic shines a light on the benefits of a full-service management partner. Part 1 of a 2-part series Despite the many unknowns and uncertainties created by COVID-19 for providers a Read More about Navigating the Unknown with Health and Well-being as a Priority Part 1

Experience Paves the Way to Resident Satisfaction Part 2 of a 2-part series Relying on the vast experience of our corporate resources — clinical teams, risk management expertise, group Read More about Navigating the Unknown with Health and Well-being as a Priority Part 2

Nation’s second-largest senior living operator receives highest score in all 6 factors DES MOINES, Iowa. November 17, 2020 — Life Care Services, An LCS Company, ranked highest in custom Read More about Life Care Services Ranked Highest in Customer Satisfaction by J.D. Power

New tools benefit senior living community marketing efforts The date was March 18, 2020, and the location was Westchester County, New York — home to a new progressive senior living deve Read More about Using Virtual Reality to Build Sales and Occupancy

A 25-year veteran in senior living industry DES MOINES, Iowa. December 1, 2020. Chris Bird has been named EVP/chief operating officer for LCS. As COO, Chris will provide oversight of Li Read More about LCS Names Chris Bird EVP/Chief Operating Officer

Summit Vista receives award A Life Plan Community managed by Life Care Services, Summit Vista, was named a top workplace in senior living for employee satisfaction according to this yea Read More about Community Managed by Life Care Services Named Top Workplace

Rose Senior Living selects nation’s second-largest operator DES MOINES, Iowa. January 7, 2021 — Life Care Services, An LCS Company, has been selected to manage the Rose Senior Living po Read More about Life Care Services to Manage 6 Senior Living Communities

Masonic Charity Foundation Board of Trustees selects new management partner Life Care Services, An LCS Company, has been selected to manage Masonic Village at Burlington. The community, Read More about Life Care Services to Provide Management Services for Masonic Village at Burlington

Study supports our longstanding commitment to health and wellness LCS has a longstanding commitment to health and wellness. Every day, we demonstrate our dedication to the needs of resi Read More about LCS Participates in Research Study Focused on Heart Health

McKnight’s Senior Living recognizes Amanda Elliott and Renee Porter Amanda Elliott Amanda Elliott, corporate operations director, The Marshes of Skidaway Island. DES MOINES, Iowa. Febru Read More about Life Care Services Leaders Named Rising Stars

Follow the direction of progressive senior living leaders Having a plan for the future. It’s a mantra in senior living. The question is, how well and regularly do community leaders, boa Read More about Strategic Planning: 4 Principles to Success

Considerations for Not-for-Profit Senior Living Organizations in an Uncertain World It is widely agreed that governance responsibilities, operational demands, and the financial oversigh Read More about Options for the Management and Sponsorship of your Senior Living Community

Life Care Services leading the industry in dining innovation. Life Care Services ranked #1 in customer satisfaction with independent senior living communities, including #1 in dining. Read More about Dining Innovation and Recognition

Community managed by Life Care Services The Virginian, a senior living community managed by Life Care Services, An LCS Company, has broken ground on a $56.5 million repositioning projec Read More about The Virginian Breaks Ground on $56.5M Landmark Renovation in Fairfax

Chicago-based senior living receives high marks for location The Clare, a senior living community managed by Life Care Services, has been named the best for cold weather by Verywell Hea Read More about The Clare Named Best for Cold Weather

Life Care Services paves the way for active senior living Developing a rich resident experience is a top priority for our team, and it shows. Life Care Services ranked #1 in customer sa Read More about An Active and Rich Experience for All

Caring staff is key to senior well-being A rich and rewarding senior living experience starts with being treated with heartfelt hospitality. Ensuring residents have consistently positiv Read More about The Heart of Resident Experience: Hospitality

Investigating Factors Associated with Happiness & Life Satisfaction in Residents of Life Plan Communities Life Care Services, An LCS Company, participates in the Mather LifeWays In Read More about Mather Institute Age Well Study, Year 3 Findings

Strategic risk management is critical to keeping your community safe and secure Life Care Services, An LCS Company, believes health, happiness and quality of life are pursuits that shou Read More about Build Comfort and Confidence by Mitigating Risk

Successful senior living communities support health and happiness In senior living, management services driven by resident satisfaction drive occupancy. Occupancy drives success, Reside Read More about Services Provide Immense Satisfaction and Value for Residents

Zane Bennett promoted to director of business development DES MOINES, Iowa. July 7, 2021 — LCS continues laying the foundation for its growth strategy. The nation’s second-largest senio Read More about LCS New Business Development Team Grows

Projects led by LCS Development showcase expertise in senior living Projects led by LCS Development at two senior living communities have been nominated in the renovation or repositioni Read More about Senior Living Communities Nominated for Architecture Awards

The LCS Family of Companies announces The Delaney at The Green in New Jersey Groundbreaking for The Delaney at The Green, a senior living community located in Florham Park, New Jersey, Read More about Groundbreaking Takes Place for Florham Park Senior Living Community

More than 150 future residents attended Broadview at Purchase College’s first in-person event in more than 16 months. The senior living community on the State University of New York Pur Read More about LCS Development Success Continues at Broadview at Purchase College

The Life Plan Community is located in Issaquah, Washington Read More about Life Care Services Joins NHI to Purchase Timber Ridge at Talus Senior Living Community

At Life Care Services, our priority is the health, safety, and well-being of the residents, employees, and families at the communities we serve. With the coronavirus (COVID-19) in the n Read More about Coronavirus Update

Nation’s second-largest senior living operator receives highest score in all 6 factors DES MOINES, Iowa. November 17, 2020 — Life Care Services, An LCS Company, ranked highest in custom Read More about Life Care Services Ranked Highest in Customer Satisfaction by J.D. Power

Funds will support health care and culinary apprenticeship programs Two senior living communities managed by Life Care Services will receive state grant funds to support apprenticeship Read More about Senior Living Communities Receive Grants

Conference information May 19, 11 a.m. ET | Virtual | McKnight’s Women of Distinction Awards and Program | Hear from Allison Pendroy, “Addressing pandemic challenges with success” panel Read More about LCS in the News: April 2021

The LCS Family of Companies has built a reputation for excellence in the field of senior living. Our company, employees and communities we serve have been noted in the following news ou Read More about LCS in the News: May 2021