Laura Bolstad of Juniper Village at Washington Square Named Executive Director of the Year

[Sewell, NJ] - Juniper Communities is pleased to recognize Laura Bolstad, Executive Director at Juniper Village at Washington Square, as Executive Director of the Year, honoring her leadership during a critical period of transition and growth.

Bolstad has been an integral part of the community since it opened in 2020, originally serving as the Director of Resident Engagement before being promoted to Executive Director. Her leadership provided continuity as the community was welcomed into the Juniper Communities family in 2024, helping to strengthen the team and position the village for long-term success.

A strong believer in mentorship and professional development, Bolstad has played a key role in cultivating future leaders within the organization. Under her guidance, multiple team members have advanced into leadership development programs, an outcome that reflects her intentional approach to coaching and team building.

Bolstad embodies Juniper’s “Nurture the Spirit of Life” philosophy in both leadership and programming. As a board-certified music therapist, she has introduced creative and meaningful initiatives that enhance resident engagement and community connection.

Among these efforts is the Broadway Senior program, where she founded the Perennial Players, Juniper's all-resident musical theatre troupe. The troupe performs classic musicals specifically adapted for older adults, bringing together residents, team members, and the broader community through live performances. She also established a partnership with Rowan University, engaging music therapy students in the community and expanding programming opportunities.

While fostering a strong culture and innovative environment, Bolstad has also maintained a high-performing community, with strong occupancy and financial results driven by the positive culture she cultivates each day.

Juniper Village at Washington Square is located at 120 Town Center Boulevard, Sewell, NJ 08080. For more information, please call (856) 407-0600 or visit www.juniperwashingtonsquare.com.

About Juniper Communities

Juniper Communities, a leader in quality, value, and innovation, owns and operates senior living communities in Colorado, Delaware, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Texas that emphasize the well-being, interaction and security of those who call Juniper home. Our approach to housing and care offers community members the opportunity to live a full life, regardless of age or health. Juniper’s innovative Connect4Life program has been proven to improve resident care by decreasing hospitalizations, re-hospitalizations, and urgent care visits, while offering potential cost savings to public programs such as Medicare. To learn more about the many ways Juniper Communities innovates in support of the communities’ residents, visit www.junipercommunities.com.