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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) allows a computer or robot to mimic human actions and intelligence, creating efficiencies in our daily lives. … 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 Operations/Senior Living Management. … 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-off July 21 at the Sysco Test Kitchens in Houston, Texas. … 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 of LCS and Nelson's role in the company. … 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 more residences and amenities for its residents. LCS Development will oversee the development, design, and construction of the multi-million dollar expansion. Herbert J. Sims & Co. guided the financing of the project. Construction is set to be complete by May 2023. … Read More about LCS Development Begins Expansion at Plantation Village in North Carolina

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 senior living sector. … Read More about Three Key Takeaways From LeadingAge 2021

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 and only senior living company to rank first in customer satisfaction for three consecutive years among independent senior living communities in the J.D. Power 2021 - Senior Living Satisfaction Study. Life Care Services also achieved the highest score in all six factors of satisfaction: resident activities, community staff, price paid for services received, resident apartment/living unit, community building and grounds, and dining. … Read More about Life Care Services Ranked #1 in Independent Living Customer Satisfaction by J.D. Power

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 (collectively, The Partnership). In connection with the acquisition, The Partnership retained Des Moines, Iowa based Life Care Services, as their management firm. … Read More about Fountain View Village Announces New Ownership and Management

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 senior living operator announced today that Zane Bennett was promoted to director of business development. … Read More about LCS New Business Development Team Grows

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 Purchase College campus, located in Westchester County, New York, is a partnership between LCS Development and Purchase College benefits students and older adults. … Read More about LCS Development Success Continues at Broadview at Purchase College

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 outlets and blogs last month. … Read More about LCS in the News: May 2021

Successful senior living communities support health and happiness In senior living, management services driven by resident satisfaction drive occupancy. Occupancy drives success, Residents feel more satisfied and feel a greater sense of community when their physical health is supported, and they have ample opportunities for social engagement. … Read More about Services Provide Immense Satisfaction and Value for Residents

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 should never be taken for granted. These principled ambitions are daily priorities when managing a senior living community with hundreds of residents and care professionals. … Read More about Build Comfort and Confidence by Mitigating Risk

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, took place May 3, 2021. The community will include 128 independent living units, 58 assisted living and 34 memory care units. Construction is set to be completed by March 2023. … Read More about Groundbreaking Takes Place for Florham Park Senior Living Community

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 discussion … Read More about LCS in the News: April 2021

Investigating Factors Associated with Happiness & Life Satisfaction in Residents of Life Plan Communities Life Care Services, An LCS Company, participates in the Mather LifeWays Institute on Aging and Northwestern University’s Age Well Study. The 5-year study provides insights into the health and wellness of residents of Life Plan Communities. 2020 was the third year of the study. … Read More about Mather Institute Age Well Study, Year 3 Findings

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 positive experiences across all communities managed by Life Care Services relies on a well-developed strategy and a staff dedicated to providing excellent service. … Read More about The Heart of Resident Experience: Hospitality

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 satisfaction with independent senior living communities, including #1 in resident activities. … Read More about An Active and Rich Experience for All

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 Health. The Clare, located in Chicago, earned the rating because of its big city living with all the conveniences with upscale senior living. … Read More about The Clare Named Best for Cold Weather

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 project. … Read More about The Virginian Breaks Ground on $56.5M Landmark Renovation in Fairfax

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

Considerations for Not-for-Profit Senior Living Organizations in an Uncertain World It is widely agreed that governance responsibilities, operational demands, and the financial oversight of senior living organizations have grown in complexity in recent years. … Read More about Options for the Management and Sponsorship of your Senior Living Community

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, boards of directors and ownership groups conduct strategic planning? Here are 4 principles to success that all progressive senior living leaders follow when positioning a community for future success. … Read More about Strategic Planning: 4 Principles to Success

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. February 24, 2021 — Amanda Elliott and Renee Porter were named Rising Stars in the 2021 McKnight’s Women of Distinction awards program. … Read More about Life Care Services Leaders Named Rising Stars

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 residents through our LCS signature experience, Health & Wellness Navigation Program. This resident-centric approach helps identify health and wellness needs, and then secures the appropriate resources. … Read More about LCS Participates in Research Study Focused on Heart Health

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, located in Burlington, New Jersey, is owned by the Masonic Charity Foundation of New Jersey. … Read More about Life Care Services to Provide Management Services for Masonic Village at Burlington

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 programs for training health care and culinary workers. … Read More about Senior Living Communities Receive Grants

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 portfolio of six senior living communities. … Read More about Life Care Services to Manage 6 Senior Living Communities

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 year’s Best Workplaces in Aging Services list. … Read More about Community Managed by Life Care Services Named Top Workplace

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 repositioning category of the 2020 Architecture & Design Awards sponsored by Senior Housing News. Awards will be announced December 15, 2020. … Read More about Senior Living Communities Nominated for Architecture Awards

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 Life Care Services, CPS, asset management, procurement, and onboarding operations. … Read More about LCS Names Chris Bird EVP/Chief Operating Officer

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 development located on a college campus. Broadview—Senior Living at Purchase College is managed by Life Care Services, An LCS Company and being developed by sister company, LCS Development. … Read More about Using Virtual Reality to Build Sales and Occupancy

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 customer satisfaction with independent senior living communities for two years in a row in the J.D. Power 2020 U.S. Senior Living Study. … Read More about Life Care Services Ranked Highest in Customer Satisfaction by J.D. Power

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 customer satisfaction with independent senior living communities for two years in a row in the J.D. Power 2020 U.S. Senior Living Study. … Read More about Life Care Services Ranked Highest in Customer Satisfaction by J.D. Power

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 purchasing opportunities and financial know-how — Life Care Services has effectively managed our senior living communities during these challenging times. … Read More about Navigating the Unknown with Health and Well-being as a Priority Part 2

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 and seniors, from the start, the 140 communities managed by Life Care Services, An LCS Company*, had a full-service team of experts and resources ready to support them, their employees and community residents. … Read More about Navigating the Unknown with Health and Well-being as a Priority Part 1

Joanne Freeborn selected in LeadingAge Florida Awards Program DES MOINES, Iowa. September 10, 2020 — Joanne Freeborn, Glencare clinical nurse manager, received the LeadingAge Florida 2020 Emerging Leader Award. She was recognized for making a difference in the lives of residents through active listening, taking initiative to address concerns and solve problems, and by meticulous follow-through to ensure positive outcomes. … Read More about Glenview at Pelican Bay Executive Named Emerging Leader

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 2020 Strive & Thrive Award in the management category. … Read More about Sedgebrook Leader Recognized for Home Care Program

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 news and the minds of many, we want to address actions, which are taking place at communities we manage. … Read More about Coronavirus Update

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

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 operator, has announced it will assume management of 13 communities owned by Healthpeak Properties. Inc. The transaction was effective February 1, 2020. … Read More about Life Care Services to Manage 13 Communities

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 and Nancy have made Green Hills Retirement Community their home and encourage other seniors to plan ahead. … Read More about Life Care Services Provides Many Opportunities for Seniors

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 downtown Chicago. … Read More about LCS Acquires The Clare in Downtown Chicago

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