Juniper Communities

09/08/2026

At Juniper, our approach to fitness is all about helping you continue to do the things you love.

Our Catalyst fitness program is designed around you and your goals with:

Personalized Assessments
Every resident begins with an individualized fitness evaluation that helps create a program based on personal goals, abilities, and interests.

Smart Equipment
Our specialized equipment records workout data so you and your wellness team can monitor progress over time and celebrate improvements.

Integrated Wellness
Fitness works together with Catalyst dining, Connect4Life, and our wellness team to support your whole-person health.

Group Motivation
Join fitness classes, walking clubs, balance training, strength programs, yoga, and more. Many communities also offer SilverSneakers® classes that are open to the public, creating opportunities to connect with neighbors while staying active.

Whether you want to improve your balance, build strength, increase endurance, or simply feel your best each day, every workout is tailored to support greater independence, confidence, and long-term wellbeing.

09/08/2026

Out of 634 senior living organizations evaluated nationwide, Juniper Communities is proud to be named one of only seven to earn a perfect 5-star performance rating from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) across all three of our skilled care communities.

The CMS performance measures evaluate health, staffing, and quality metrics across organizations offering skilled nursing and rehabilitation services.

Earning a 5-star rating at every Juniper skilled care community is a reflection of our organization-wide commitment to quality and excellence.

This recognition underscores our commitment to integrated care, operational excellence, and above all, "nurturing the spirit of life" for every individual we touch.

We send a heartfelt thank you to our exceptional team members across our skilled care communities. Your dedication, expertise, and passion for wellbeing made this achievement possible.

Read more about the national CMS performance ratings here:
https://www.beckershospitalreview.com/post-acute/the-top-cms-star-rated-nursing-home-chains/

09/03/2026

What can a 102-year-old teach us about living well?
Quite a lot.

In her latest "Letters from Lynne" blog, Juniper Founder and CEO Lynne Katzmann shares a story about her extraordinary 102-year-old mother-in-law, Suzanne, and an unlikely community in Decatur, Georgia.

Read more at the link below!

https://junipercommunities.com/senior-fitness-and-longevity-how-community-classes-boost-healthy-aging/

08/21/2026

Rikki Goldenberg, Juniper’s National Director of Catalyst, is the featured guest on the Raising Tech Podcast.

From VivaLife365™ and Alexa-enabled devices to creating greater connection, independence and personalization, Rikki shares how we’re using technology to help people live more independently and stay connected to the people and experiences that matter most.

And perhaps most importantly: we shouldn’t underestimate what older adults can do with technology when it’s designed thoughtfully and introduced with patience.

🎧 Listen to the conversation: Raising Tech: Designing Technology Around the Resident Experience

https://www.parasolalliance.com/podcast-episodes/137-juniper

Discover how Juniper Communities uses senior living technology, Viva Life 365, and voice tools to improve resident independence, engagement, family communication, and staff workflows.

08/19/2026

Join us in celebrating Luis Ruiz, Senior Housing News Dished Dining Innovation Award recipient! Luis is the Director of Dining at Juniper Village at Lebanon, and has brought ground-breaking and delicious programs to the Lebanon community.

https://seniorhousingnews.com/2026/08/10/dished-senior-living-dining-innovation-awards-luis-ruiz-dining-director-juniper-village-at-lebanon/

Luis Ruiz, Dining Director at Juniper Village at Lebanon, has been named a member of the DISHED Senior Living Dining Innovation Awards Class of 2026 by

08/18/2026

Juniper is proud to partner with Vets2PM to connect veterans with career opportunities in the senior living sector. Read more in McKnight's Senior Living!

The experiences and memories of the nation’s veterans are shaping the senior living recruiting efforts and memory care design decisions of two senior living providers.

08/14/2026

Join us in celebrating our incredible team at Juniper Village At Chatham!

"Reaching 100% occupancy is an incredible milestone, but what makes it truly meaningful is the community behind it. This achievement belongs first and foremost to our residents, whose stories, friendships, and experiences shape the culture of Juniper Village at Chatham. It is also a testament to our associates, whose passion, dedication, and commitment to exceptional service help create an environment where people feel connected, supported, and empowered to thrive every day,” said Janel Kohaut, Executive Director at Juniper Village at Chatham.

08/11/2026

Wellbeing begins with the freedom to make your own choices, shape your own days, and live life on your own terms.

This month, we are thrilled to celebrate a major milestone in supporting that freedom: the launch of VivaLife365℠, the exclusive lifestyle app for Juniper Communities!

Available in the Apple and Google Play stores, VivaLife365℠ is an evolution of our previous Community Portal.

In addition to the app experience, residents can access features hands-free using Amazon Alexa voice controls, making staying connected easier than ever.

Unlike off-the-shelf software, VivaLife365℠ is custom-built for Juniper and designed with residents, families, and team members in mind.

Seamlessly bridging technology and daily life, VivaLife365℠ is a reflection of Juniper's commitment to innovating for the next generation of senior living.

07/29/2026

Cultivating talent and fostering professional excellence is at the heart of our culture. We are thrilled to see Juniper Communities' Sales Advisory Council featured in McKnight's Senior Living.

https://www.mcknightsseniorliving.com/news/juniper-sales-advisory-council-professional-development-retention/

Sixteen months after starting its Sales Advisory Council with seven sales and marketing directors from across the organization, Bloomfield, NJ-based Juniper Communities is realizing benefits related to communication, professional development and vendor decisions.

07/23/2026

Lynne Katzmann, Juniper founder and CEO, is hosting a new YouTube series in partnership with Senior Living Foresight!

Each episode highlights some of the incredible women who are blazing trails in the senior living industry.

Check out the first episode with Bailey Beeken!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QEFaK4wvQ7Q