June 02, 2010
One Eighty announces key leadership changes PDF Document
One Eighty, parent company of Leisure Care Retirement Communities and other hospitality-based companies, announced a number of changes to the executive suite at their downtown Seattle headquarters. The hospitality-focused business growth and management company is known for its innovative approach to business and focus on human capital. These changes serve as another example of the company’s commitment to ensuring that employees will have the opportunity to follow their passions and create “dream jobs” - at any level of the company.

April 24, 2010
Fairwinds Residents Lend a Hand in St. Charles
Residents and workers at Fairwinds - River's Edge Retirement Community have been lending a helping hand. In 2008, the S.W.A.P. (Seniors With A Purpose) group was founded for Fairwinds residents. They teamed up with Mary Hutchison of the Community Council of St. Charles County to help get their efforts off the ground, and have been running full-steam since. To read the full story, click the link above.

February 22, 2010
New Retirement Community, The Carillon at Boulder Creek, to Open in Boulder
A former retirement community within walking distance of Boulder Creek and Folsom Field will begin anew this summer after undergoing extensive renovations. The Carillon at Boulder Creek is set to open in August, according to Jason Childers, vice president of brand strategy at One Eighty, the operating partner for the project. To read more from the recent article in the Boulder Daily Camera click the link above.

February 19, 2010
Fairwinds - Redmond Constructs Super-Duper Sub Sandwich for Tent City 4 Residents
Fun-loving seniors from Fairwinds - Redmond Retirement Community, along with staff and family members, put their hands together to create the unofficial "Longest Sub Sandwich on the Eastside" Feb. 18. The super-duper sandwich was constructed to feed residents of Tent City 4, currently staying at the Community Church of Issaquah. To read more from the Redmond Reporter, click the link above.

January 14, 2010
His Long, Healthy Life is Really Long
Jim Fanning of Rio Rancho has a special formula for long life, which has served him well as he celebrates his 103rd birthday. Click the link above to view the video from KRQE Channel 13.

January 13, 2010
Speakers Announced for 2010 NIC Regional Symposium - March 2010 Event to Address 'Leadership for a Demanding Journey'
The National Investment Center for the Seniors Housing & Care Industry (NIC) announced the top industry executives who will be leading the breakout sessions at the 2010 NIC Regional Symposium, including Dan B. Madsen, chairman, One Eighty and president/CEO, Leisure Care. This annual event, created specifically for providers and financiers with local or regional portfolios in the seniors housing and care sector, will provide information and strategies to help them adapt to today's demanding market and turn obstacles into opportunities. The Symposium will be held at the Hilton San Diego Bayfront Hotel, San Diego, Calif., on March 9-11, 2010.

January 07, 2010
Hanauer to Learn How to Drive Zamboni at Ams Game
In conjunction with Hawthorne Court and One Eighty Racing, the Tri-City Americans are proud to announce that hydroplane racing legend, Chip Hanauer, will be attending the Americans' home game on Sunday, January 10 when they host the Chilliwack Bruins. Game time is 5:05 p.m. at the Toyota Center. Click the link above to learn more.

December 08, 2009
Seniors and Kids Go Head-to-Head with Some New Super Mario Bros. Wii Fun
Before the launch of the Wii™ system, most seniors probably never gave video games a second thought. But then came the game Wii Sports™ and, with it, senior bowling leagues and the emergence of video games as a regular pastime for seniors nationwide. This month Nintendo pays tribute to these new players with gaming events at Erickson and Leisure Care communities across the country for residents and their family members, with a focus on New Super Mario Bros.™ Wii.

December 07, 2009
The New Old Age
We hear about it all the time: The population is aging at unprecedented rates. More people than ever before are living to 80 and beyond, and the baby boomer bulge is swelling the ranks of those in their 60s and older. In Seattle, thanks to superior elder care and housing innovations, new models for senior lifestyles abound, rejecting the outdated institutional vibe and revitalizing retirement living. To read more from the recent issue of Seattle Metropolitan click the link above.

November 18, 2009
Fairwinds - Redmond's 'Pajama Party' Supports Foster Kids
The residents and staff at Fairwinds - Redmond participated in Treehouse's annual Pajama Party and collected pajamas for foster kids. Treehouse is a non-profit organization that assists kids ages 0-18 in foster care. Click the link above to read more from the Redmond Reporter.