Our story, our mission, our community
At Erickson Senior Living, we believe in empowering seniors to live vibrant, engaged lives. Discover what makes our approach unique and how we contribute to the well-being of our residents and the broader community.
Our unique vision for senior living
The inspiration behind Erickson Senior Living began with a simple but profound observation: the traditional "nursing home" model was failing to provide seniors with the vibrant, engaged life they deserved. We set out to flip that script, moving away from institutional care toward a model of empowerment, independence, and community. What makes our approach truly special is the belief that retirement shouldn't be about slowing down—it should be about opening up.
Our unique approach, the "one roof" connection, pioneered integrated campus design. By connecting all apartments, restaurants, and amenities through climate-controlled walkways, we removed the barriers of weather and mobility, making social connection effortless year-round. This "resident-first" philosophy means our communities are resident-driven. If you want to start a club for woodworking, tech investing, or theater, the infrastructure is there to help you build it. We provide the setting.
Values in action: Meaningful relationships and integrity
At Erickson Senior Living, our core values—specifically meaningful relationships and integrity—aren't just words on a corporate mission statement; they are the literal foundation of how our communities function every single day. We believe that human connection is the "secret sauce" to a long, happy life, and we foster this through:
- The "one-roof" design: Our interconnected campuses are intentionally designed to spark spontaneous social interactions. Whether it's a quick chat in a climate-controlled walkway or a long dinner with neighbors, the architecture itself fights isolation.
- Staff-resident bonds: Our staff members don’t just "do a job"; they become part of the family. You’ll see maintenance teams who know residents by name and dining staff who remember your favorite table and how you take your coffee.
- Resident-led groups: We empower residents to create and lead their own interest groups and activities, ensuring that the community truly reflects their passions and desires.
Contributing to the broader community
Beyond providing exceptional homes, Erickson Senior Living actively contributes to the well-being of the broader community and the lives of seniors through:
Economic and community development
Each Erickson community is a significant local enterprise that contributes to the surrounding economy. We create hundreds of diverse career opportunities in fields ranging from healthcare and administration to dining and facilities management. Our communities are major contributors to local real estate and payroll taxes, supporting local infrastructure and public services with minimal impact on school systems or traffic. Residents and staff actively support local businesses, creating a consistent economic ripple effect in the surrounding area.
Philanthropy and community outreach
Giving back is deeply embedded in our culture. Our residents and staff partner with local non-profits to address critical community needs through charitable giving, regularly organizing donation drives for personal care products, food, and clothing to support local shelters and outreach organizations, and service partnerships.
"Erickson Senior Living transformed my retirement into an exciting new chapter. The sense of community and support is truly unmatched."
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