Resident Engagement

Elevating Senior Living Through Strategic Life Enrichment: A Panel Discussion

Monday, May 18, 2026
1:45 PM - 2:30 PM | America/Chicago

Breakout Session

205 AB
English
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Life enrichment and memory care are not simply activity programs-they are strategic business drivers that directly impact retention, occupancy, and reputation. Forward-thinking organizations are reframing engagement as a differentiator that strengthens resident satisfaction, enhances workforce stability, and contributes to financial performance.

This session, hosted by the Engagement and Memory Care Coalition (EMC²)-a group of national senior living leaders who meet monthly to share strategies-will explore the business case for life enrichment. Leaders will highlight how intentional engagement strategies improve resident outcomes, strengthen brand identity, reduce turnover, and deliver measurable ROI.

Key Topics:
  • National Trends: How engagement is evolving as an industry differentiator in competitive markets.
  • Talent Strategy: Using enrichment as a tool for associate retention, career growth, and recruitment.
  • Portfolio & Growth: Framing engagement and memory care as pathways to leadership, preparing high-potential associates for executive roles.
  • Revenue Impact: Case studies on how engagement initiatives drive occupancy, length of stay, and market positioning.
  • Best Practices Exchange: Attendees will contribute real-world strategies; results will be shared live during the session.



 

Speakers

Brenda Gurung

National Director of Memory Care ServicesKisco Senior Living

Tamorra Sims

Executive DirectorValidation Training Institute

Daniela Vegas

AVP Life Enrichment & Memory CareTrilogy Health Services