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About Enlivant

Enlivant, founded in 1981 and formerly headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, was a pioneering senior living provider that operated over 200 communities across the United States before transitioning management to new operators in September 2023. Previously known as Assisted Living Concepts, the company rebranded as Enlivant as part of a strategic repositioning that included relocating its headquarters from Wisconsin to Chicago. Under the decade-long leadership of CEO Dan Guill, Enlivant served thousands of seniors with a team of more than 7,000 dedicated caregivers. The company offered a comprehensive range of senior care services including assisted living, independent living, memory care, and short-term stays. Enlivant's pioneering approach centered on creating supportive, stimulating environments where residents could thrive in mind, body, and soul. Their unique Resident Care Partner program paired each resident with a dedicated caregiver to ensure personalized attention and continuity of care. This person-centered philosophy emphasized building meaningful relationships and fostering vibrant communities where seniors could maintain their independence while receiving necessary support. Enlivant achieved significant industry recognition, becoming the first senior living provider to earn the WELL Health-Safety Rating for its entire portfolio of 215 communities in January 2022. This evidence-based, third-party verified certification validated their comprehensive health and safety protocols, including enhanced cleaning procedures, robust emergency preparedness programs, and successful vaccination initiatives that achieved nearly 95% vaccination rates among employees and residents. The company was also certified as a Great Place to Work for four consecutive years by the Great Place to Work Institute, reflecting their strong culture of respect, camaraderie, and meaningful work. Despite these achievements, including 92 communities being recognized by U.S. News & World Report as 2023-2024 Best Senior Living communities, Enlivant faced insurmountable financial challenges following the COVID-19 pandemic. Citing operational difficulties, occupancy challenges, rising interest rates, and debt service costs, the company ceased operations at the end of 2023. While Enlivant's legacy includes pioneering approaches to senior care and industry-leading safety standards, its communities now operate under new management, continuing to serve seniors across the nation.