Juniper Communities

08/29/2025

Juniper's Kristin Fogle is featured as a guest columnist in Senior Living News! Check out her article about Juniper's new program to develop leaders for the next generation of senior living:

https://www.seniorlivingnews.com/level-up-academy-junipers-leadership-program-for-juniper-future-leaders/

Editor’s Note: This article was written and submitted by senior living executive Kristin L. Fogle. I

08/25/2025

Finish the summer strong with fresh content from Virtual Connections! Juniper is proud to partner with LTC REIT to offer this digital entertainment hub for free activities, entertainment, spiritual and wellness-minded resources.

Virtual Connections was a past recipient of the Silver Award for Excellence in Technology from McKnight's Senior Living!

☀️ https://www.slvirtual.com/recent-updates

08/19/2025

Juniper's Katie Kensinger recently shared insights on the power of Music Theatre International's Broadway Senior program with Senior Living News: "I wholeheartedly believe that theatre transforms lives and builds communities, and this magic should be accessible to all ages..."

Read more: https://www.seniorlivingnews.com/curtain-up-the-transformative-power-of-theatre-for-older-adults/?fbclid=IwY2xjawMRm6VleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHnU_S2nlwjD-JxMUOhgXVWEZ_HV97L3Q2vIjDd1Wb2m5CQvMI7dIMb-vqUs5_aem__eTGO5c--jEZSOdVyg3ZHQ

Editor’s Note: This article was written and submitted by senior living executive Katie Kensinger. If

08/15/2025

Technology integration is key to providing a seamless health and lifestyle experience for residents. Learn more about how Juniper and others are achieving "connected senior living" in this article in Health Tech Magazine!

https://healthtechmagazine.net/article/2025/08/5-ways-achieve-connected-senior-living-benefit-residents-and-staff

Connected systems can make wireless networks faster for senior living residents and improve workflows for their clinicians.

08/14/2025

Juniper Leadership Academy Spotlight:
Dan Beckenbaugh
Business Office Manager
Juniper Village at Brookline
State College, PA

Q: What is your WHY for working in this industry?
A: "I enjoy uniting others through collaboration to gain insight and bring about meaningful change."

Q: What is your favorite aspect of Juniper's culture?
A: "We embrace the mentality that every employee is given a voice to help inspire change and we aren’t defined by our job titles. I love that Juniper has always reinforced that we work in the resident’s home and that perspective has helped center and bring purpose to each day at work, no matter any external stressors."

Q: What is your favorite way to spend a day off?
A: "Family time with my wife and two daughters around an evening campfire enjoying tacos 😊."

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The Juniper Leadership Academy is a program that combines coursework and mentorship to grow leaders in the local communities.

Interested in joining the Juniper team? Check out opportunities at: junipercommunities.com/careers

08/12/2025

Green Canopy is Juniper’s signature program designed to reduce our environmental footprint and foster a more sustainable future for everyone.

Here are a few of the ways you’ll see Green Canopy come to life on our communities!

🌱Washable metal cups and spoons instead of single-use plastics for medication
🌱Composting bins
🌱Filtered water stations and “mug clubs” instead of plastic water bottles
🌱LED lighting and energy-smart appliances
🌱Smart power management systems
🌱Digital communications to reduce paper use – We’ve already saved nearly 1-million sheets of paper!
🌱Sustainable building standards and choosing eco-friendly materials.

Through Green Canopy, creating a culture of sustainability championed by team members and residents alike.

Learn more here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?si=Lz35OH2xgslJYIhi&embeds_referring_euri=https%3A%2F%2Fjunipercommunities.com%2F&source_ve_path=Mjg2NjQsMTY0NTA2&v=HeMjwQTsyKs&feature=youtu.be

08/08/2025

During a recent roundtable discussion, “The Future of Senior Living Talent Recruitment,” industry leaders including Juniper CEO Lynne Katzmann came together to discuss innovative approaches.

Click to read more!

https://www.mcknightsseniorliving.com/home/resources/partner-content/staffing-challenges-on-the-rise/

During a recent roundtable discussion on "The Future of Senior Living Talent Recruitment," sponsored by Hireology, industry experts came together to discuss innovative approaches to widespread recruitment challenges. The conversation explored both the obstacles and solutions that forward-thinking op...

08/07/2025

Juniper Leadership Academy Spotlight:
Matthew Chavez
Health Information Manager and Medical Concierge at Juniper Village at the Spearly Center
Denver, CO

Q: What is your WHY for working in this industry?
A: "This kind of work feels real. You see people on their hard days, and sometimes you get to be the reason they smile or feel just a bit more at ease.
I like the pace, the routine, the team - but mostly knowing that what I do matters to someone."

Q: What is your favorite aspect of Juniper's culture?
A: "The amount of opportunity that is given to grow throughout Juniper."

Q: How do you like to spend a day off?
A: "Relaxing at home with nothing to do is my favorite thing to do when I am off."
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The Juniper Leadership Academy is a program that combines coursework and mentorship to grow leaders in the local communities.
Interested in joining the Juniper team? Check out opportunities at: www.junipercommunities.com/careers

07/24/2025

Juniper Leadership Academy Spotlight:
Ashley Heimbaugh
Medical Concierge at Juniper Village at Brookline Senior Living
State College, PA

Q: Why do you work in the senior living industry?
A: "I knew as a young child that I would have a career in nursing. I began my career in home health caring for medically fragile children for almost seven years before shifting to senior living. I have found my niche."

Q: What is your favorite aspect of Juniper's culture?
A: "The best part of Juniper culture is the focus on servant leadership, as well as the opportunities to be elevated from within."

Q: How do you like to spend a day off?
A: "I enjoy being outdoors during the warm months in the garden or poolside, but my favorite is a day of thrifting with my daughter."

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The Juniper Leadership Academy is a program that combines coursework and mentorship to grow leaders in the local communities.

Interested in joining the Juniper team? Check out opportunities at: www.junipercommunities.com/careers

07/22/2025

Congratulations to Juniper's Aking De Leon on being named a Dining Innovator by Senior Housing News

This well-deserved honor highlights Aking's dedication and innovative spirit in elevating the dining experience. We're incredibly proud to have him on our team, continually pushing the boundaries of excellence.

Read more about this new award and the other honorees here:
https://seniorhousingnews.com/2025/07/15/wtwh-healthcare-announces-the-dished-senior-living-dining-innovation-awards-inaugural-class-of-2025/

07/15/2025

Juniper Communities has been recognized as a Great Place to Work® by Activated Insights! This honor is especially meaningful because it comes directly from our incredible associates.

A remarkable 86% of our team members agree that we celebrate special events. This reflects our commitment to cultivating a culture of FUN and celebrating one another's achievements.

Want to join a team where celebration is a way of life? Explore our career opportunities at https://junipercommunities.com/join-our-team/

07/14/2025

Our hearts go out to everyone affected by the floods in Kerrville, TX. With a Juniper location in Kerrville, we feel a deep connection to those impacted by the tremendous devastation and loss.

That's why Juniper Communities has launched a donor drive for the American Red Cross. Their vital work provides essential relief during crises, and they need our help.

Please consider donating. Every contribution makes a difference.

The American Red Cross prevents and alleviates human suffering in the face of emergencies. Learn more at www.redcross.org.