Penick Village

05/28/2026

Yesterday, we were honored to celebrate our incredible Philanthropy Volunteers for their dedication and support of Penick Village.

From Trustees and Scholarship Committee members to Village Shoppe volunteers, editors, ambassadors, and more, their generosity and service continue to make a lasting impact across our community.

Thank you for all you do to support philanthropy at Penick Village! 💙

05/24/2026

Penick Village is proud to be a sponsor at the Concours in the Village as part of the Sandhills Motoring Festival.

05/22/2026

We were honored to welcome Houghton University all the way from Upstate New York to Penick Village for a beautiful performance in our Chapel.

Their music and spirit were a wonderful blessing to our residents and the perfect way to kick off Memorial Day weekend. 🇺🇸🎶

Thank you, Houghton University, for sharing your talents and bringing such joy to our community!

05/22/2026

The ladies enjoyed a wonderful night out on the town at BHAWK Distillery in Southern Pines!

Our monthly outing with Carrie, COO, continues to be a great hit, filled with laughter, great food, and fun.

Watch out, Southern Pines, the ladies of Penick Village are taking over the town! 🥂✨

05/20/2026

The Terrace renovation is complete and opening SOON✨With beautiful new spaces and furniture to gather, and the new Magnolia Café, theres even more to love at Penick Village. We can’t wait for residents, families, and friends to enjoy it!🌸🎉

05/18/2026

We are very proud of Jon DeBerry, Director of Facilities, for earning his place as a participant in this year’s Leadership Academy.

Did you know? At the Annual Conference earlier this month, a new class of fellows began their time in the North Carolina Leadership Academy?

These 20 staff members represent member communities statewide, and were selected from the largest applicant pool in our ten-year state leadership academy history! 👏 👏👏

Please join us in welcoming the following new fellows to the North Carolina Leadership Academy:

👉 Diata Albert with Trinity Elms - A Senior Care Community in Clemmons, NC

👉 Sawyer Baxley with Givens Highland Farms in Black Mountain, NC

👉 Jonathan DeBerry with Penick Village in Southern Pines, NC

👉 Amber Flowe with Covenant Village in Gastonia, NC

👉 Justin Grady with The Cedars of Chapel Hill in Chapel Hill, NC

👉 Emily Kang with Galloway Ridge in Pittsboro, NC

👉 Jaclyn Kasey with Deerfield Episcopal Retirement Community in Asheville, NC

👉 Regina Kilgore with Givens Choice in Asheville, NC

👉 Matthew Martin with The Forest at Duke Continuing Care Retirement Community in Durham, NC

👉 Vanessa McQueen with Southminster in Charlotte, NC

👉 Danielle Miller with Grace Ridge in Morganton, NC

👉 Greg Moon with Elderhaus PACE in Wilmington, NC

👉 Whitney Moyle with Givens Aldersgate in Charlotte, NC

👉 Jessica Nathan with Brookridge Life Plan Community in Winston-Salem, NC

👉 Austin Parsons with Carolina Village in Hendersonville, NC

👉 Kayla Pearson with The Pines at Davidson in Davidson, NC

👉 Michelle Pooler with Carol Woods Retirement Community in Chapel Hill, NC

👉 Morgan Reese with Cypress Glen Retirement Community in Greenville, NC

👉 Catherine Sligh with Well•Spring, A Life Plan Community in Greensboro, NC

👉 Robert Underwood Jr. with Givens Estates in Asheville, NC

05/15/2026

A girls’ day out was definitely in style today! 👗✨ Our assisted living residents loved their trip to see Devil Wears Prada 2. Popcorn, friendship, and fun all around! 🎥🍿

05/04/2026

Our Philanthropy Volunteers have been hard at work spreading a little extra “good cheer” and building meaningful connections with The Episcopal Day School 💛

They put together thoughtful treats paired with printed notes of encouragement for 3rd–5th grade students as they head into annual testing, because a small gesture can go a long way in helping a child feel supported and at ease.

At Penick Village, philanthropy is about more than giving, it’s about connection, compassion, and showing up for others in meaningful ways. We’re proud of our volunteers for helping make test day a little brighter!

05/04/2026

Our Wine & Wickets Challenge was a hit! 🍷🏏

The Chiefs gave it their all against guest pros (the pros took the win this time!), while residents enjoyed playing across three courts in Hutchins Hall. Best of all, we raised awareness and funds to support residents who outlive their resources.

Thank you to everyone who joined the fun and made a difference! ❤️

04/28/2026

We’re continuing our journey across the state celebrating the leaders shaping the future of aging services.

We are proud to recognize Chip Cromartie, CEO of Penick Village (Southern Pines, NC), recipient of a 2026 Excellence in Leadership Award. He is pictured on the right with our President and CEO, Tom Akins, on the left.

Since stepping into his role in 2021, Chip has led a transformation grounded in vision, strategy, and ex*****on. From advancing major campus expansions and strengthening financial sustainability, to achieving a five-star healthcare rating and embedding mission-driven values into daily operations, his leadership is felt across every part of the organization.

Under his guidance, Penick Village has become a forward-thinking, resident-centered community positioned for long-term success and growth.

Please join us in recognizing Chip Cromartie and congratulating him and the entire Penick Village community on their successes.

This year, we are expanding how we celebrate. While some honorees will be recognized at our Annual Conference, we are also visiting member communities—bringing many of these awards directly to the places where the work happens every day. Because recognition hits differently when it’s shared with the colleagues, residents, and teams who experience that impact firsthand.

📍 More stops to come. More stories to share.