Juniper Communities

06/01/2026

Join us in congratulating Ashleigh Smerick on her promotion to regional director of sales and marketing at Juniper! Ashleigh joined Juniper as a regional sales specialist in 2024. She brings 17 years of experience across the senior living continuum, including independent living, assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing, and community lease-up operations. In her expanded role, she will support strategic growth and occupancy initiatives for Juniper’s growing Texas portfolio.

Ashleigh's promotion was recently featured in McKnight's Senior Living People in the News. Read more here:

https://www.mcknightsseniorliving.com/news/people-in-the-news-may-26-2026/

05/29/2026

We are proud to share that 11 of our communities have been recognized in the national Reputation 900 Awards.

This honor reflects senior living organizations that put customer experience at the core of their operational strategies. The Reputation score measures critical elements of resident and family satisfaction, including review sentiment, volume, and how effectively we engage with our community feedback.

Thank you to our dedicated team members across these 11 locations for bringing the Juniper mission to life every single day, and to our residents and families for your continued trust and feedback.

Read the full announcement in McKnight's Senior Living: https://www.mcknightsseniorliving.com/news/focus-on-customer-experience-lands-senior-living-companies-on-national-lists/

Senior living organizations deemed to have put customer experience at the core of their operational strategies are among the winners of the latest Reputation 800/900 Awards.

05/28/2026

Please join us in celebrating Kenny Faunce, Assistant Executive Director at Juniper Village at Bucks County, for being named to the Senior Housing News Future Leaders Class of 2026!

Presented by WTWH Healthcare, this prestigious national award recognizes outstanding, high-performing individuals who are shaping the future of the senior living industry through innovation, leadership, and a deep commitment to care.

Kenny brings immense passion and dedicated leadership to his work at Juniper. As a licensed Personal Care Home Administrator (PCHA), he masterfully balances operational excellence with a deep commitment to building meaningful connections with residents and families. Kenny truly embodies Juniper’s mission of nurturing the spirit of life.

As a Future Leader, Kenny will represent Juniper at the TRENDS Conference, taking place August 4-6, 2026 in Chicago, IL.

Congratulations, Kenny! Thank you for all you do to make Juniper Village at Bucks County an exceptional place to live and work.

Read the full announcement and all 2026 honorees here: https://seniorhousingnews.com/2026/05/06/wtwh-healthcare-announces-the-future-leaders-class-of-2026/

05/27/2026

What do "passion and purpose" actually look like in senior living?

It can look like stepping into the spotlight, exercising creative muscles, and stretching boundaries.

Fresh off the inspiration of last week’s SLEC conference with Argentum, we are thrilled to share the moving story behind the programs that drive our communities every day. Through a special partnership with Music Theatre International, Juniper Village Senior Living At Brookline in State College, PA piloted the first production of Beauty and the Beast, Senior.

This video goes behind the scenes with our "Perennial Players", volunteers, and creative team.

✨See the magic happen!

https://youtu.be/Gm--rRx7-MU?si=XWGNWX_dQFT7c5ZW

In 2025, Juniper Village at Brookline piloted the first production ...

05/26/2026

Congratulations to our very own Luis Ruiz, Director of Dining at Juniper Village at Lebanon, for being named to the WTWH Healthcare DISHED Senior Living Dining Innovation Awards Class of 2026.

Presented by Senior Housing News, this national award honors the visionaries who are rewriting the script for senior living culinary programs. From elevating the daily resident experience to introducing creative menu concepts, this recognition highlights leaders who use their passion to nourish both body and spirit.

Luis's dedication to culinary excellence, community-building, and innovation is especially evident through the new Juniper Thyme Eatery, partnerships with local food vendors, and extraordinary dining events.

Please join us in celebrating Luis and his incredible achievement in the comments below!

Read the full announcement here: https://seniorhousingnews.com/2026/05/13/wtwh-healthcare-announces-the-dished-senior-living-dining-innovation-awards-class-of-2026/

05/25/2026

We are deeply grateful for the sacrifices made by our nation’s heroes—and we are especially proud to celebrate and support the veterans who call Juniper home.

On this Memorial Day, we invite our friends and families to join us in reflection and gratitude. Whether through stories shared, flags placed, or quiet moments of remembrance, let us never forget the cost of freedom.

05/21/2026

We’re incredibly proud to celebrate Katie Kensinger, Juniper Communities’ National Director of Marketing, as the recipient of the 2026 Argentum Hero Award in the Passion & Purpose category.

Presented at the Senior Living Executive Conference in Nashville, this national honor recognizes individuals whose creativity, innovation, and commitment make a lasting impact on the lives of older adults and the communities they serve.

Katie was recognized for her visionary work bringing meaningful theatrical experiences to older adults -- empowering community members across the senior living continuum to step into the spotlight, rediscover confidence, build connection, and experience the joy of creative expression through accessible Broadway-style productions. Through dynamic partnerships with local theaters, artists, schools, and community organizations, she has helped create opportunities that bridge generations and strengthen community connections in powerful and inspiring ways.

At Juniper, we believe nurturing the spirit of life means creating opportunities for people to continue to grow. Katie's passion and creativity reminds us that innovation in senior living isn’t only about technology or systems -- it’s also about creating moments of courage, purpose, laughter, and belonging.

Please join us in congratulating Katie on this well-deserved national recognition!

Read more about the Argentum Hero Awards and recipients here:
https://www.argentum.org/argentum-celebrates-2026-hero-award-winners-at-senior-living-executive-conference/

05/13/2026

This week, our home office and regional teams are onsite at our newest Juniper-managed community, Poet's Walk San Antonio.

We are excited to work alongside the local team, and meet residents, family members, and community parters.

Please join us in welcoming Poet's Walk San Antonio to the Juniper family!

05/12/2026

At Juniper, we believe that true independence is rooted in the power of choice. To make those choices meaningful, they must be personalized to you and how you want to live your life.

Did you know Juniper has created its very own app to give residents and families more choice and connection every day?

The Community Portal app is designed to be easy to use on your smartphone, tablet, or computer. It also is accessible by voice through our partnership with Amazon Alexa, making connection as simple as speaking a command!

The Community Portal enhances the Juniper experience! It is:

☑️Culture-driven: Technology created to support our mission to “nurture the spirit of life”

☑️Innovative: A proprietary app built for the future of senior living

☑️Collaborative: Connects residents, families, and associates for seamless communication

☑️Personalized: Engineered to empower resident choice in food, fitness, and fun

☑️Integrated: A single foundation for communication and service requests

☑️Community-oriented: Designed to empower users to fully engage in community life, getting the most out of their Juniper experience

To learn more about the ways Juniper innovates for the next generation of senior living, visit:
https://junipercommunities.com/programs-for-wellspan/

05/11/2026

Join us in welcoming Poet's Walk San Antonio to the Juniper family! We are honored to begin this journey with the associations, residents, families, and community partners of this premier memory care community.

We’re thrilled to announce that Poet’s Walk San Antonio is now proudly managed by Juniper Communities, a nationally recognized leader in innovative senior living and award-winning memory care.

This new partnership brings exciting opportunities for our community members, families, and associates, while continuing the warm, personalized environment that makes Poet’s Walk feel like home. Together with Juniper, we look forward to enhancing everyday experiences through innovative programs, meaningful connections, and a continued focus on living fully in every season of life.

We can’t wait for what’s ahead and are so excited to begin this next chapter together.