Thank you Susan Callison, program specialist at the Alzheimer’s Association Greater Iowa Chapter, for presenting 10 Ways to Love Your Brain at today’s LCS Speaker Series. Join us for the next session, The Basics, on Tuesday, July 5, noon-1 p.m. in the Register Media Community Room, first floor, Capital Square, Des Moines, Iowa. The event is free … Continued
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The fourth installment of the LCS Alzheimer’s Speaker Series featured Dean M. Hartley, Ph. D., director of science initiatives, Alzheimer’s Association. Dr. Hartley shared information about the challenges of fighting the disease and promising research. The Speaker Series concludes on August 2 with Susan Callison, program specialist, Alzheimer’s Association Greater Iowa Chapter. Susan will present Know … Continued
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How one community went from 76% to 100% sold. When Life Care Services began managing Capital Manor in 2010, the community had low occupancy and was financially challenged. Capital Manor’s leadership and Board understood that building occupancy and reversing their downward trend required a solid plan and a management partner who understood how to successfully … Continued
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As I travel around the country talking to Life Plan Communities, also referred to as Continuing Care Retirement Communities (CCRC) and their role as post-acute care providers, I realized that the Affordable Care Act is moving so fast, it’s hard to keep up. To help, I’ve compiled the Top 10 Things I believe post-acute care … Continued
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A conversation with Ed Kenny, Chairman and CEO of LCS With the presidential election just days away, the “commander in chief” of the LCS Family of Companies addresses hot-button issues impacting senior living. In this two-part series, Ed Kenny talks about the good, the not so good, and challenges and opportunities ahead for the senior … Continued
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A conversation with Ed Kenny, Chairman and CEO of LCS With the presidential election now upon us, the “commander in chief” of the LCS Family of Companies addresses hot-button issues impacting senior living. In this second of a two-part series, Ed Kenny talks about the good, the not so good, and challenges and opportunities ahead … Continued
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Congratulations to Diane Bridgewater, executive vice president/chief financial and administrative officer for LCS. Diane was selected by the Business Record as the Deloitte CFO of the Year. Nominees for the award were judged on two criteria: significant achievement and success within their profession and company, and personal and professional reputation showing high ethical standards. Click … Continued
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A conversation with Diane Bridgewater, Executive Vice President/Chief Financial and Administrative Officer at LCS The senior living industry has and will continue to see tremendous growth. With it come many rewards, new opportunities, increasing complexities and financial pressures to overcome. Diane Bridgewater, executive vice president/chief financial and administrative officer at LCS® and recent recipient of … Continued
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A conversation with Diane Bridgewater, Executive Vice President/Chief Financial and Administrative Officer at LCS The financial world for senior living providers will see several significant changes in the coming year. In this second of a two-part series, Diane Bridgewater talks about hot button issues, changes, and impacts you may not be aware of, and tips … Continued
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Ed Kenny was recognized this week during the 2017 Argentum Conference, for being a Changemaker in the field of senior living. Argentum says, “[Ed] has shown the power of his leadership while addressing proposed legislation that would have widespread unintended consequences for seniors in Florida.” Argentum is referring to S.B. 1430, which industry leaders said … Continued
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Ed Kenny, chairman and CEO at LCS, was the keynote speaker at the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire, Center for Health Administration and Aging Services Excellence (CHAASE) spring banquet. The event, Embrace the Continuum, Developing Leaders for the Future, drew 300 students, parents, faculty, and staff. “I found my time at UW-Eau Claire to be invigorating,” said Kenny. … Continued
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Diane Bridgewater was presented with the Iowa Society of CPAs (ISCPA) Outstanding CPA in Business and Industry Award during its May 2017 Leadership Conference and Annual Meeting in Altoona. The award recognizes the achievements of an Iowa CPA who exemplifies and promotes the CPA designation as the definitive professional credential for financial managers in business, … Continued
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LCS today announced that David Laffey was promoted from senior vice president to executive vice president, LCS Real Estate™, An LCS Company. Laffey was also appointed to the board of managers for Life Care Companies LLC. “We are delighted to have David join the board,” stated Patrick Duffy, president and managing partner of McCarthy Capital, … Continued
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Life Care Services®, An LCS® Company announced it has partnered with Lyft to bring on-demand transportation to senior living communities managed by Life Care Services. The service offers residents an alternative to group transportation or driving their own vehicle. “We continually explore opportunities to help our senior living residents remain independent,” says Allison Pendroy, senior … Continued
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We at LCS deeply value our relationships – we believe that through our shared dedication, focus, and collaboration, we’re able to best serve seniors and their families, and achieve our collective goals, together. As we grow and evolve, we continue to be guided by our core principles – the promises we make to our clients, … Continued
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LCS announced today that Joel Nelson has been promoted to CEO and president of LCS effective January 1, 2018. Ed Kenny will continue as chairman of the board of Life Care Companies LLC and LCS Holdings, Inc. “LCS has an impressive track record specific to CEO succession planning,” says Kenny. “After 38 wonderful years with LCS, … Continued
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While some senior living providers have loosened their accepted animal policies in recent years, it’s still fairly uncommon to see livestock at a community. Not so at Clarendale of Mokena, a Life Care Services location in Mokena, Illinois. Over the summer, the community’s executive director, Bobbi Kelley, organized an all-breed charity horse competition at a local … Continued
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Joel Nelson, LCS president & CEO, presented a $509,115 donation to the Alzheimer’s Association, the culmination of the company’s participation in the 2017 Walk to End Alzheimer’s. The fundraising effort secured a national rank as a Top 5 Team for LCS. LCS participated as a Walk to End Alzheimer’s Gold National Team and initially committed … Continued
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Since 1971, LCS and the LCS Family of Companies have been building a reputation for excellence in the field of senior living. Our communities, employees, and culture have been noted in the following news outlets and blogs this month: LCS LCS Hires Chris Bird to Lead Rental Business LCS Starts to Execute on New CEO’s Agenda … Continued
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Join us. LCS is participating in the following conferences this month. SENIOR LIVING CONFERENCE & SPEAKING ENGAGEMENTS IN MARCH HJ Sims 2018 Later Winter Conference NIC Spring Investment Forum PEAK Leadership Summit & Base Camp Expo LCS in the news. The LCS Family of Companies has built a reputation for excellence in the field of senior living. Our … Continued
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