Eskaton

NEWLY NAMED ESKATON PRESIDENT PEIFER TO FOCUS ON STRATEGIC GROWTH, COMMUNITIES AND SERVICES TO MEET SENIOR LIVING NEEDS

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Thursday, September 15, 2022

"I fully support the board's decision to name Sheri asmysuccessor.Sheribringsastrongsetofskillsinstrategic planning and innovation, operational excellence and partnershipdevelopmentasEskatoncontinues toexpandand meet the needs ofolder adults across the region."

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  • "I fully support the board's decision to name Sheri asmysuccessor.Sheribringsastrongsetofskillsinstrategic planning and innovation, operational excellence and partnershipdevelopmentasEskatoncontinues toexpandand meet the needs ofolder adults across the region."
  • Peifer also led the expansion of Eskaton's home andcommunity-basedservicesacrosstheregion.AsPresident,Peifer's short-term strategy willbe focused on integrating andstrengthening Eskaton's communities andservices, including investing in support for Eskaton's dedicated workforce.
  • Peifernotedthatolderadultswillmakeupone-quarterofthestate's populationby2030,andshe intendstoreadyEskaton tomeetthegrowingneed.Hervisionforthefutureincludes positioning Eskaton as a single-point solution for older adults who desire an integrated healthy living experience througharangeofinnovativeservices andlivingoptions.
  • "Eskaton is well-positioned to expand our reach through diverse partnerships and continue providing the high quality of life we are known for," saidPeifer.

Eskaton Celebrates Employee's 50th Work Anniversary and a Full Circle of Life Experiences

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Wednesday, March 16, 2022

For Cindy Powell, celebrating her 50th work anniversary with Eskaton is an "honor and privilege," she says.

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  • For Cindy Powell, celebrating her 50th work anniversary with Eskaton is an "honor and privilege," she says.
  • She began working at age 17 with a work permit from locally-based Foothill High School where she was enrolled in the Regional Occupational Program (ROP).
  • She graduated high school on a Friday and reported to work on Monday and has been with the organization ever since.
  • Cindy has experienced a full circle of life with Eskaton, with one of the previous Eskaton CEO's conducting her wedding ceremony, to delivering both of her children at Eskaton's American River Hospital.

Eskaton Launches Virtual Health Series to Educate and Motivate Older Adults During American Heart Month

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Wednesday, January 26, 2022

During American Heart Month, Eskaton brings together health and wellness experts from multiple disciplines to teach older adults how nutrition, fitness, medication management, and emotional well-being contribute to a healthier heart.

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  • During American Heart Month, Eskaton brings together health and wellness experts from multiple disciplines to teach older adults how nutrition, fitness, medication management, and emotional well-being contribute to a healthier heart.
  • We want all older adults across the region to experience healthy aging and have access to resources that support their longevity."
  • Eskaton's four-part webinar series includes:
    During this interactive workshop, participants will explore the meaning and value of purpose, joy, and love.
  • As a nonprofit senior living and services provider, our mission is to enhance the lives of older adults through innovative health, housing and social services.

Amazon Brings Alexa to Senior Living Communities and Healthcare Systems with Alexa Smart Properties

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Monday, October 25, 2021

Designed specifically for the needs of senior living communities and healthcare facilities, Alexa Smart Properties simplifies deploying and managing Alexa-enabled devices at scale, helping properties offer customized Alexa experiences for residents and patients, and increase care team productivity and operational efficiency.

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  • Designed specifically for the needs of senior living communities and healthcare facilities, Alexa Smart Properties simplifies deploying and managing Alexa-enabled devices at scale, helping properties offer customized Alexa experiences for residents and patients, and increase care team productivity and operational efficiency.
  • Senior living communities like Atria and Eskaton will integrate with Alexa Smart Properties at select locations to provide a better experience for residents, while creating empowered and more connected communities.
  • In addition to support for senior living and healthcare, Alexa Smart Properties offers a set of vertical solutions that enable Alexa experiences in properties such as hotels, vacation rentals, apartments, offices, and more.
  • By working with solution providers like K4Connect, Lifeline Senior Living, Aiva, and Vocera, senior living and healthcare properties can use Alexa Smart Properties to easily deploy and customize large numbers of Alexa-enabled devices.

Eskaton Expands the Telephone Reassurance Program with Community Partner Meals on Wheels by ACC

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Monday, June 28, 2021

SACRAMENTO, Calif., June 28, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Eskaton, a non-profit aging service provider serving Northern California, is partnering with Meals on Wheels by ACC to expand their Telephone Reassurance Program.

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  • SACRAMENTO, Calif., June 28, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Eskaton, a non-profit aging service provider serving Northern California, is partnering with Meals on Wheels by ACC to expand their Telephone Reassurance Program.
  • "Partnering with Meals on Wheels by ACC is a natural fit for Eskaton because both organizations have a desire to empower and support older adults living at home," said Christie Hebditch, program manager of Telephone Reassurance.
  • Meals on Wheels by ACC will offer over 2,000 Meals on Wheels participants access to cost-free daily social and wellness check calls 365 days a year.
  • "Meals on Wheels by ACC helps older adults connect to other vital community services, like Telephone Reassurance.

Eskaton and Breathe California Partner to Offer Low Carbon Footprint Transportation to Older Adults Living in Low-Income Sacramento Communities

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Friday, May 21, 2021

Eskaton elected to partner with Breathe California to address this need, seeing the value their Our Community CarShare (OCCS) program could bring older adults living in their affordable housing communities.

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  • Eskaton elected to partner with Breathe California to address this need, seeing the value their Our Community CarShare (OCCS) program could bring older adults living in their affordable housing communities.
  • Beginning June 1, 2021, Eskaton residents will have free use of electric vehicles provided by program partner Zipcar that can be checked out for a scheduled period of time.
  • As a nonprofit senior living and services provider, our mission is to enhance the lives of older adults through innovative health, housing and social services.
  • For more information, please call 1-866-ESKATON, or visit eskaton.org.\nBreathe California Sacramento Region is more than a nonprofit dedicated to improving lung health in California.

Eskaton and The Reutlinger Community Finalize Affiliation to Expand Services and Enhance Lives of Older Adults in Northern California

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Thursday, April 30, 2020

CARMICHAEL, Calif., April 30, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Eskaton and The Reutlinger Community today announcedan affiliation that will incorporate The Reutlinger Community into the Eskaton network of retirement communities and allow the nonprofit organizations to combine resources, expand services and enhance the lives of older adults in Northern California.

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  • CARMICHAEL, Calif., April 30, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Eskaton and The Reutlinger Community today announcedan affiliation that will incorporate The Reutlinger Community into the Eskaton network of retirement communities and allow the nonprofit organizations to combine resources, expand services and enhance the lives of older adults in Northern California.
  • "The mission and values of Eskaton and The Reutlinger Community are very compatible, and we are eager to embark on this strategic partnership to improve the lives of seniors throughout Northern California," said Todd Murch, President and Chief Executive Officer of Eskaton.
  • Eskaton has been serving older adults in Northern California for over 50 years.
  • As a nonprofit senior living provider, Eskaton's mission is to enhance the lives of older adults through innovative health, housing and social services.

Eskaton and K4Connect Team Up to Bring Amazon Alexa to Residents this Holiday Season

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Thursday, December 19, 2019

For Eskaton, the integration of voice control means transforming the way our residents interact with their environment.

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  • For Eskaton, the integration of voice control means transforming the way our residents interact with their environment.
  • Eskaton believes an environment should be livable at any age and we are leveraging voice-first technology to achieve that goal, said Peifer.
  • Eskaton saw value in providing voice-first technology to all residents, believing that everyone could benefit and enjoy Alexa with guided support.
  • For more information on Eskaton and the new Alexa integration, visit: www.eskaton.org/alexa
    Since 1968, Eskaton has been serving Northern California older adults.

SafelyYou Helps Eskaton Reduce ER Visits Caused by Dementia-Related Resident Falls by 93%

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Tuesday, October 15, 2019

"SafelyYou plays an integral role in Eskaton's fall prevention program," said Betsy Donovan, chief operating officer for Eskaton.

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  • "SafelyYou plays an integral role in Eskaton's fall prevention program," said Betsy Donovan, chief operating officer for Eskaton.
  • "By using SafelyYou, our care teams have been able to individualize care, better understand why and how a person falls and implement proactive ways to reduce the likelihood of future falls."
  • After three months with SafelyYou's cameras, Eskaton reduced fall-related visits to the ER among participating residents by 93% and decreased response time to falls by 54%.
  • Following the conclusion of a NIH-sponsored study with 11 memory care communities, research demonstrated 41% fewer falls and 69% fewer ER visits from falls.

Eskaton Receives National Recognition

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Thursday, September 19, 2019

Carmichael, CA, Sept. 19, 2019 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The National Affordable Housing Management Association (NAHMA), headquartered in Alexandria, Va., announced that Eskaton, a Northern California nonprofit organization, recently received National Recognition as a Community of Quality for outstanding management of Eskaton Hazel Shirley Manor in El Cerrito and Eskaton Kennedy Manor in Willows, California.

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  • Carmichael, CA, Sept. 19, 2019 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The National Affordable Housing Management Association (NAHMA), headquartered in Alexandria, Va., announced that Eskaton, a Northern California nonprofit organization, recently received National Recognition as a Community of Quality for outstanding management of Eskaton Hazel Shirley Manor in El Cerrito and Eskaton Kennedy Manor in Willows, California.
  • These two communities join five Eskaton affordable senior housing communities to achieve this national award.
  • Eskaton was honored for Eskaton Hazel Shirley Manor in El Cerrito and Eskaton Kennedy Manor in Willows, California.
  • With five decades of experience and a national reputation for innovation, Eskaton is Transforming the Aging Experience.