Last week, members of Benchmark's Executive and Leadership teams visited Benchmark at Mount Pleasant to celebrate the community's Grand Opening. With leadership, residents, families, friends, and associates all in attendance, the night was energized by great conversation, amazing food prepared by Benchmark chefs, and a true sense of connection. Thank you to the dedicated Mount Pleasant team and Executive Director Sara Humphreys for a successful event and for all you've done for the community. Looking forward to all that is ahead for Benchmark at Mount Pleasant!
Today, on Martin Luther King Jr. Day, we honor Dr. King’s enduring legacy of unity, service, and compassion; values that guide Benchmark’s commitment to treating every individual with dignity, respect, and kindness. Our communities are marking the day with meaningful educational sessions, offering residents the opportunity to learn, reflect, and celebrate his life and impact together.
Benchmark is proud to be recognized with two honors in the Winter 2025 Aspect Marketing & Advertising Awards! We earned second place for our ‘In Their Own Words’ multimedia campaign and third place for our Rebranding (Before & After) work. Our talented Marketing team continues to raise the bar, and we couldn’t be prouder of what they’ve achieved this year!
As we kick off the new year, Benchmark’s Learning & Development team is thrilled to roll out a robust lineup of in-person and virtual courses through Benchmark University. We offer associates at every level opportunities to grow personally and professionally across a range of topics from technical skills to leadership development. Current associates can connect with their manager or Executive Director to sign up for courses, and those interested in how Benchmark invests in its people can learn more and apply today here: https://careers.benchmarkseniorliving.com/
During Celebration of Life Week, we are taking the time to honor the remarkable journeys of our residents and loved ones. Their stories, memories, and the joy they share enrich our community in meaningful ways. Associates gather, with the support of our hospice partners, to celebrate lives well lived and cherish the stories that continue to inspire us.
Wishing you a bright and joyful New Year, filled with meaningful moments and fresh beginnings. Today, we’re welcoming 2026 together with New Year’s Day celebrations and looking forward to all the good days ahead.
As this year and holiday season come to a close, we want to again express our gratitude for our over 7,000 dedicated Benchmark associates - thank you for all that you do! 2025 has been another year of joy, growth, love, and connection. None of this would be possible without you. We hope that everyone is enjoying the season with their loved ones, and we look forward to all that the new year holds!
Benchmark wishes all who celebrate a Happy Kwanzaa, Habari Gani! Today marks the beginning of a beautiful week honoring African heritage, unity, and the seven principles that inspire community and purpose.
From all of us at Benchmark, we wish everyone who celebrates a very Merry Christmas! Our communities are filled with festive spirit as residents and families gather to enjoy special Christmas dinners and the joy of spending time together.
At Benchmark, learning isn’t a one-off workshop or slide deck, it’s part of our identity. Through Benchmark University, our associates engage in hands-on development experiences designed not only to strengthen skills but to nurture empathy, resilience, and leadership. We empower every team member to thrive in their role today while building the foundation for the career they aspire to tomorrow. At Benchmark, we don’t just hire talent. We foster potential.
