George Chabbott has accomplished plenty in his nearly 90 years of life―and his most recent feat likely ranks as one of the most impressive.

National Assisted Living Week is here! This annual observance provides an opportunity for residents, loved ones, volunteers, and team members to recognize the role of assisted living in caring for seniors. This year’s theme is “Capture the Moment,” a perfect encapsulation of the meaningful days that Sunrise residents enjoy.

A JCPenney employee who patrols the store after work, memorizing the location of items so that she can better assist customers the next day. A loving caregiver for a paraplegic cousin. A recent high school graduate with big dreams for the future.

We are thrilled to share that Sunrise of Gurnee, IL, was recently recognized with a 2018 Gold—Excellence in Quality Award by the American Health Care Association and National Center for Assisted Living (AHCA/NCAL)! Sunrise of Gurnee is one of just four centers nationwide to be recognized with Gold this year and is one of the first two assisted living centers ever to receive the honor.

Lenny Handler, a 94-year-old Sunrise of Bethesda, MD resident, is a car wash expert who spent over 30 years working in the industry in New York. Lenny opened Elmsford Car Wash in 1962, before selling that operation and teaming up with his brother Mike and a third partner to open Yonkers Car Wash in 1968.

We are thrilled to share that 34 Sunrise Senior Living communities were recently recognized with a 2018 Silver—Achievement in Quality Award, bringing Sunrise’s total to 55. The 34 recognized communities span the United States, including 12 in California, seven in Pennsylvania, and five in New York.

In assisted living communities, team members provide care and support for residents each day. What many don’t know, though, is that residents also serve as sources of life and inspiration for team members.