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Holleran, the premier research and consulting organization offering employee and resident engagement and satisfaction benchmarks to senior living communities across the country, has announced the recipients of the Choice Community Award Winners for 2022.
Silver Maples of Chelsea Retirement Neighborhood, is excited to announce it was recently awarded the Choice Community Award for the third year in a row, and were among just three (3) communities honored nationally in 2022 for exemplary efforts in creating a culture of engagement and satisfaction for their residents.
Holleran’s Choice Community Award recognizes organizations with strong cultures of engagement; where residents voices are heard, connections are rich, well-being is enhanced and personal fulfillment can be realized. This accolade means they are engaging with their stakeholders at the highest possible levels, placing Silver Maples of Chelsea at the top of the Holleran National Benchmark, ranking them in the top 15th percentile of more than 1,000 surveyed communities nationwide.
Michele Holleran, CEO and founder of the research firm said in the press release, “It is important to have an industry gold standard such as the Holleran Benchmark, by which to measure and recognize top employee and resident engagement communities.”
This designation was created 11 years ago to recognize extremely high performing communities in our industry. These communities boast strong cultures of employee and resident engagement where employees feel their workplaces honor them, and residents feel they are supported in their successful aging,” she said.
“Receiving the Holleran Choice Community Award once again, is something we are extremely proud of as it demonstrates that we have been recognized as one of the most engaging senior living organizations across the nation,” said Julie Deppner, executive director and CEO.
Silver Maples of Chelsea is a special place that has created an environment that promotes and facilitates our residents’ investment in themselves, the organization and the community. Our survey results highlight our comprehensive programs and services that allow our residents to engage with the community, maintain strong social connections, have a sense of purpose in life while pursuing goals, and have access to all aspects of well-being. By creating an engaging, inclusive environment for our residents, Silver Maples of Chelsea is able to truly thrive as both a community and a business.
Holleran has the largest benchmark of senior living engagement scores by which communities can compare performance relative to their peers.
“Choice Communities earn this designation—this is the one that really counts and is legitimate. It is not an award that communities apply for; it is more than a marketing technique,” said Holleran. Backed by over 30 years of solid research and uncompromised measures, Holleran provides communities with the data they need to increase their employee retention and provide a culture of engagement to their residents.
About Silver Maples of Chelsea
Silver Maples of Chelsea Retirement Neighborhood was built in1997 to provide housing options and a lifestyle that encourages older adults to take an active role in their lives. As a leader in the industry, Silver Maples is passionate about creating and supporting a positive aging experience for their residents. The warm, vibrant community culture and beautiful wooded setting is an ideal location for those looking for independent or assisted living homes in southeast Michigan. If you’re interested in learning more about this award winning retirement neighborhood near Ann Arbor, visit www.silvermaples.org, follow and connect on Facebook or Instagram, or call (734) 475-4111 to schedule a visit and see it for yourself.
About Holleran
Holleran is the premier provider of employee and resident engagement and satisfaction research and benchmarks, serving not-for-profit senior living providers nationally. For over 30 years, Holleran has specialized in researching and consulting with senior living providers, retirement communities, and healthcare systems to develop business strategies that match their mission, vision and values. Utilizing sophisticated research analysis, alongside our extensive survey benchmarks, leaders gain a clear vision of the strengths and opportunities within their business.
