There’s still more work to do, both overall and in senior living, until we see more women at the top. Along the way, we can ensure that women leaders get the recognition they deserve and tell their stories...
Video: 2023 McKnight’s Women of Distinction awards
Jun 15, 2023
Dozens of women in skilled nursing, senior living, home care and hospice were honored across four categories — Hall of Honor, Veteran VIP, Rising Star and Spirit Award — May 22 at the McKnight’s...
Superb women, superb day
By
Lois A. Bowers
Jun 01, 2023
2023 McKnight’s Women of Distinction events highlight long-term care industry talent.
Getting credit where it’s overdue
By
John O'Connor
May 25, 2023
Although women account for roughly two-thirds of the senior living workforce, their efforts and accomplishments often go under-appreciated. Or worse, get taken for granted. That’s one reason why nights...
See you soon?
By
Lois A. Bowers
May 01, 2023
It’s hard to believe that in three weeks, we’ll be gathering in Chicago to honor the 60 McKnight’s Women of Distinction named for 2023. Will you be joining us? You still have time to buy tickets...
McKnight’s Women of Distinction 2022: Karen Devaney
Feb 07, 2023
Karen Devaney, national care director, Atria Senior Living, and 2022 Veteran VIP, shares what it means to be a McKnight’s Women of Distinction inductee, when she knew eldercare was the right field...
McKnight’s Women of Distinction 2022: Stephanie Maupin
Dec 09, 2022
2022 McKnight’s Women of Distinction Rising Star Stephanie Maupin, executive director at Brentwood at Elkhart Assisted Living/Integral Senior Living, shares when she knew long-term care was right...
Giving thanks for senior living employees, leaders
By
Lois A. Bowers
Nov 21, 2022
Tis the season to be thankful, and even in these challenging times — perhaps especially in these challenging times — senior living providers have much about which to be thankful.
McKnight’s Women of Distinction 2022: Amy Schectman
Oct 24, 2022
Amy Schectman, president and CEO of 2Life Communities, shares what being a 2022 McKnight’s Women of Distinction Hall of Honor inductee means to her, who her mentors have been, and where she sees...
McKnight’s Women of Distinction 2022: Jamie Merrill
Aug 15, 2022
Jamie Merrill, who was regional vice president of operations, Florida, for Brookdale Senior Living when she was nominated and named a McKnight’s Women of Distinction Rising Star and now is chief...