What a fabulous Grand Opening VIP Event at our newest community, Benchmark at Alexandria! Guests enjoyed exquisite food stations in our elegant, sunlit lobby, while city leaders and Benchmark executives joined us in commemorating this milestone. With its strategic location near Harris Teeter and Silver Diner, Benchmark at Alexandria redefines senior living in the community. Welcome to the future of upscale senior living in Alexandria!
Reflecting on our recent Cultural Diversity Day, hosted by our Inclusion Advisory Council, it's clear why diversity matters in the workplace. From flavorful dishes to great conversations, it was a testament to the richness of our team's diversity. Embracing diversity fosters creativity, innovation, and better problem-solving, enriching every project and decision we make. At Benchmark, we value inclusivity, understanding, and the unique perspectives each team member brings—diversity isn't just a buzzword, it's a key ingredient for success.
Benchmark at Bedford Falls kicks off our spring luncheons to celebrate our Compassionate Caregiver Award nominees for 2023! This tradition honors caregivers who demonstrate compassion, deliver superior care, and embody our values in everyday interactions with residents. Nominated by residents and families, three finalists and one winner are chosen each year and celebrated at our Annual Awards Gala as well as each of these luncheons.
A heartfelt Congrats to Debbi O'Keefe, founder of ConnectFairfield, for securing the prestigious title of Project Hope of Fairfield's 2024 Champion of Hope! With Benchmark's Sturges Ridge of Fairfield community standing as a proud sponsor, we continue our commitment to support Project Hope. Here's to 40 more years of bringing an end to hunger and homelessness, person by person. 🥂🎉 #EndHunger #EndHomelessness #ChampionOfHope
It’s National Nurses week, which means highlighting their hard work and dedication. At Benchmark, our nurses are truly Called to Care, and feel empowered by what they do. They're the heart of what makes our senior living so exceptional, and they take every day as a new opportunity to improve the lives of our residents. Let’s celebrate the men and women that foster compassion, and connection.
Carol Gordon, a Resident Care Associate at The Village at Willow Crossings, embodies the spirit of compassion. Recently honored as one of only four 2024 McKnight’s Woman of Distinction Spirit Award winners, Carol's dedication shines brightly. She's a true standout, having received multiple accolades for her exceptional skills. Among them, she was a finalist for Benchmark’s 2022 Compassionate Caregiver of the Year Award and earned last year’s National Compassionate Caregiver of the Year Award from the Schwartz Center for Compassionate Care.
Going bananas on National Banana Day! Associates and residents alike enjoyed a build-your-own banana split station and banana chocolate chip cookies! What’s your favorite kind of ice cream sundae?
Introducing our newly rebranded Culture Ambassador Program! This program prioritizes fostering a positive workplace culture that celebrates our incredible associates and is dedicated to creating a supportive and uplifting environment for our team. As a Culture Ambassador, our associates champion their teammates, embody our core values, and uplift and support the collective spirit of our team. They play a pivotal role in welcoming new team members, celebrating achievements, and promoting inclusivity and camaraderie throughout our communities.
For the past 21 years, Benchmark Senior Living has held an Annual Awards Gala that recognizes associates and communities for outstanding achievements, such as compassionate caregiving, outstanding operational leadership, highest resident and family satisfaction, highest employee trust scores, and more. We're proud to announce this year's winners of our highest awards!
We are pleased to announce that U.S. News & World Report has recognized 44 of our communities with 62 awards this year, including: Best Independent Living, Best Assisted Living, Best Memory Care, and Best Continuing Care Retirement Community. Knowing our residents and their loved ones voted on our behalf makes this outpouring of recognition even more meaningful. We’d like to thank everyone in our Benchmark family for the hard work that made this possible, especially our amazing associates. Read our blog for more details!
