Charter Senior Living

11/27/2025

Today, we pause to appreciate the moments, the memories, and the people who make our communities feel like family. We’re grateful for our residents, their loved ones, and our incredible team members who bring heart, compassion, and joy into every day.

May your holiday be filled with warmth, connection, and a table full of good food. From our Charter family to yours, Happy Thanksgiving! 🍂🥧🧡

11/20/2025

As our Charter Family continues to grow with Spooky Spirits, we love to share our enhancing competition of communities with each other!
2025 Charter Enhancement of the Halloween season!

Wow — what an amazing fifth year of costumes, creativity, and fun across Charter Senior Living! Every year, you raise the bar higher and prove that we truly...

11/20/2025

Keven and I, were thrilled to participate in Argentum Senior Housing conference of Senior Living leaders in beautiful Scottsdale, Arizona, focused on addressing the future and significance of providing care for the growing senior baby boomer population, which will see 10,000 individuals turn 80yrs old daily beginning January 1. The silver tsunami is coming and we should be all loving to what is needed to enhance the Human spirits!

11/18/2025

🍎 Charter Wide Fun Day: National Apple Cider Day! 🍎

At Charter Senior Living, we’re raising our mugs to celebrate National Apple Cider Day on November 18th! 🥂🍏

From cozy cider tastings and cinnamon-scented socials to storytelling and laughter shared among friends, today is all about savoring the simple joys that warm the heart. ❤️

Join us as we toast to fall’s favorite flavor- sweet, spiced, and best enjoyed together. 🍂

11/14/2025

Wow. What an honor.

A few weeks ago, during our annual Executive & Senior Leadership Meeting, Charter Senior Living had the incredible honor of hosting Dr. Cameron Camp—a true pioneer and internationally recognized leader in Montessori-based dementia care.

To say it was impactful is an understatement.

Dr. Camp shared decades of research on dementia through a deeply human lens—reminding us that cognitive ramps, compassion, purpose, and engagement are not “nice to have.” They are treatment. They are the pathway to dignity. They are the very foundation of how we must show up for residents living with dementia.

Hearing Dr. Camp validate the work we’ve been championing—purpose, engagement, Montessori-inspired lifestyles, meaningful routines—felt like fuel. Inspiration. Affirmation. A call to keep going.

We walked away with a renewed sense of purpose and possibility. His words were not just education; they were an invitation to design a better system… and to earn the legacy we’ll leave behind.

Dr. Camp — thank you.
Thank you for your time, your brilliance, and the heart you poured into our organization. Charter Senior Living is grateful and energized, and we look forward to continuing to live, breathe, and implement your fundamental philosophy in how we care for those living with Alzheimer’s and dementia.

Engagement is treatment.
Purpose is dignity.
And together, we can elevate what’s possible in memory care.

Because at the end of the day — it’s a human thing.

11/12/2025

🌟 November Kick-Ass Award Winners! 🌟

Each month, we celebrate the changemakers who redefine excellence across Charter Senior Living. These leaders don’t just do their jobs — they kick ass while doing them. 💪✨

Help us congratulate our November winners below! 👇

🧠 Innovation Champion – Kelly Bossidy, Life Engagement Director | CSL Brookfield

Kelly’s creativity knows no limits! From goat visits and human foosball to balloon art and dazzling fashion shows, she transforms every theme into unforgettable experiences that fill Brookfield with laughter, connection, and pure joy. 🎨🎈

💫 Customer Service Champion – Missy Antonio, Sales & Marketing Director | The Cottages of Perry Hall

Seven months of 100% occupancy — wow! Missy’s drive, creativity, and community partnerships make Perry Hall shine. Her energy and outreach bring families, residents, and professionals together in amazing ways. 🙌🏡

💥 Impact Maker Champion – Lucas Pettway, DSD | Kind Care Naugatuck

Lucas went above and beyond to support Woodbridge’s grand re-opening — working days, nights, and weekends to help his sister community succeed. That’s teamwork. That’s Charter spirit. 💥🤝

🤝 Collaboration Champion – Ali MacDonald, Director of Sales & Marketing CSL of Moline

Ali is the definition of a team player! From mentoring DSMs to stepping in at Mequon, she leads with positivity, competitive drive, and heart — lifting her team and helping everyone rise higher together. 🌟👏

🚀 Trailblazing Champion – Kandice Alcorn, VP of Health & Wellness

Kandice hit the ground running, driving real change and inspiring collaboration across every department. She doesn’t just lead — she leads with us! 💫🔥

🏆 Leadership Champion – Lisa Leppado, Regional Director of Operations

Strong. Steady. Supportive. Lisa leads with empathy and accountability, empowering her region to achieve excellence through trust, teamwork, and heart. 💜💪

🎉 Congrats to all our November Kick-Ass Award winners — you’re the reason Charter continues to grow, shine, and Be the Difference! 🚀💥

11/11/2025

🇺🇸 Honoring Our Heroes 🇺🇸
Today, we honor the brave men and women who served our country with courage and dedication. We extend our deepest gratitude to the many veterans who call Charter Senior Living home, as well as to our team members and loved ones who have also served. Thank you for your service and inspiration. ❤️🤍💙

11/05/2025

🎃 5th Annual Charter Senior Living Halloween Costume Contest! 👻

Buckle up, Charter Family — because our 5th Annual Halloween Costume Contest was an absolute showstopper! 🚀💜Our teams went all out — turning hallways into movie sets, dining rooms into dance floors, and every costume into a celebration of creativity and heart.

Serving up the fun? Mission accomplished. 🙌🎃

Let’s give a big round of applause to this year’s Regional Winners 👇

🍦 Region 1 – Charter Senior Living of Columbia
Ice Cream Truck Extravaganza! This sweet crew turned nostalgia into art — complete with our owners Kim and Kevin in window cutouts and ED Will as the ice cream man. Every team member represented a flavor of fun!

🎤 Region 2 – Charter Senior Living of Hermitage
Grand Ole Opry! From rhinestones to cowboy boots, Hermitage hit all the right notes — showing off Nashville pride with show-stopping flair.

💃 Region 3 – Charter Senior Living of Vinings
Sockhop Ensemble! Poodle skirts, leather jackets, and slicked-back hair — Vinings brought back the 50s with pure rock-and-roll spirit.

🕹️ Region 4 – Charter Senior Living of Paducah
Sitcom Throwback! From The Brady Bunch to Fresh Prince of Bel-Air, Paducah’s crew nailed every detail — complete with hilarious video intros. Total creative gold!

🧜‍♀️ Region 5 – The Residence at Wellpoint
Ship Happens! 🌊 A whimsical, under-the-sea adventure that shimmered with creativity — mermaids, waves, and all the splashy fun you could imagine!

⚡ Region 6 – Charter Senior Living of Woodbridge
Grease Lightning! Retro rhythm, poodle skirts, and plenty of charm — this team revved up the fun and took us straight back to Rydell High!

🏆 Region 7 – Charter Senior Living of Madison
Dodgeball! “If you can dodge a wrench, you can dodge a ghost!” This high-energy team brought big laughs and even bigger team spirit.

✨ Thank you to every single community that joined the fun — your humor, creativity, and teamwork make Charter’s culture truly one of a kind.

Here’s to another year of fun while serving! 💜

11/01/2025

Golden leaves swirl 🍂like glowing embers across the November sky, as our community steps into a season where even the air hums with wonder. This month’s theme, Autumn Enchantment, transforms daily life into a living spellbook.

Picture corridors shimmering with laughter, gatherings brimming with delight, and everyday programs transfigured into moments touched with mystery—like candlelight🕯️ dancing against autumn’s fiery hues or the hush that falls before a story begins. With each sunrise, our programs open hidden passages into worlds of imagination, fellowship, and joy.

And yet, the most powerful enchantment cannot be found in relics or artifacts. It lives within us—in the connections we nurture. Smiles shine like golden lanterns, acts of kindness ripple outward like light upon water, and every shared moment becomes a gift that brightens lives well beyond our walls. With Autumn Enchantment guiding November, Charter Senior Living becomes not merely a place to reside, but a haven of discovery, joy, and belonging.🤝

See your Life Engagement Director for details on upcoming enchanted programs and events.

10/31/2025

👻✨ Happy Halloween! ✨🎃

At Charter, we enhance the human spirit every day — but today, we’re adding a little extra boo! to the mix. 🧡Here’s to treats over tricks, big smiles, and a day full of festive fun!

10/27/2025

✨ Future Leader Spotlight ✨

We’re proud to share that Patrick Mathews, Chief Financial Officer & Chief Investment Officer at Charter Senior Living, has been named a 2025 Future Leader by Senior Housing News .

The Future Leader program recognizes rising stars age 40 and under who are shaping the future of senior living through innovation, leadership, and passion for enhancing the lives of older adults.

Patrick embodies this vision every day—leading with curiosity, embracing challenges, and championing the culture of Enhancing the Human Spirit across our organization.

📈 In his interview with Senior Housing News, Patrick shared what drew him to senior living, the leadership lessons that have shaped his career, and why he sees the future of our industry as optimistic.

Read more about Patrick’s perspective here: 👉 https://seniorhousingnews.com/2025/10/24/future-leader-patrick-mathews-chief-financial-officer-chief-investment-officer-charter-senior-living/

👏 Join us in congratulating Patrick on this well-deserved recognition!

Patrick Mathews, Chief Financial Officer & Chief Investment Officer at Charter Senior Living, has been named a 2025 Future Leader by Senior Housing