Juniper Village at Louisville Earns National “Excellence in Care” Distinction from AFA

This press release was written by Sandy Silverstein, Communications Specialist, Alzheimer’s Foundation of America. Reprinted with permission.

October 28, 2025 (Louisville, CO) - The Alzheimer’s Foundation of America (AFA) has named Juniper Village at Louisville, in Louisville, CO, a national “Excellence in Care (EIC) Dementia Care Program of Distinction.” This national distinction is earned after successfully undergoing an extensive evaluation of staff, procedures, and environment, ensuring best practices in dementia care. It is the first time that Juniper Village at Louisville has earned this recognition, and they are one of only two sites in Colorado to currently hold the distinction of being an EIC site.

“The Juniper Village at Louisville care setting is among the only care settings in the country to meet the national standard of excellence in dementia care set forth in the EIC program,” said Charles J. Fuschillo, Jr., AFA’s President and Chief Executive Officer. “Their commitment to high quality, person-centered dementia care, and promoting and protecting the health, safety, and well-being of individuals living with dementia is impressive. Congratulations to Juniper Village at Louisville on attaining this national level of excellence.”

Christina Reed, Executive Director for Juniper Village at Louisville, said, “This honor belongs to our entire team and the families we serve. Every day, we have the privilege of walking alongside our residents, supporting their unique journeys, and bringing joy and connection into their lives. Being recognized nationally reinforces our passion for providing compassionate, person-centered memory care and inspires us to continue building a community where residents feel safe, engaged, and truly at home.”

To earn this distinction, EIC sites must meet certain standards set forth by AFA focusing on the following three areas: facilitating meaningful living, promoting safety and security in the environment, and overall health and wellness of the care community being serviced. Assisted living residences, skilled nursing facilities, continuing care residential communities, adult day programs, group homes, and senior centers that provide care to individuals living with dementia are eligible to participate in AFA’s Excellence in Care Dementia Care Program of Distinction.

Juniper Village at Louisville provides person-centered memory care to individuals living with Alzheimer’s disease and other types of dementia. Their specially trained team of professionals and Certified Dementia Practitioners provide assistance with activities of daily living in a comfortable home-like environment, along with meaningful and therapeutic programs to keep residents stimulated. Services offered include independent living, personal care, short-term rehabilitation, and long-term skilled care. The organization offer respite care for caregivers, providing a much-needed break so that they can for themselves.

For more information on AFA’s Excellence in Care program, along with information about Alzheimer’s disease and caregiving support, visit www.alzfdn.org or call AFA’s Helpline at 866-232-8484.

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About Alzheimer’s Foundation of America (AFA)

The Alzheimer’s Foundation of America (AFA) is a non-profit organization whose mission is to provide support, services and education to individuals, families and caregivers affected by Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias nationwide and to fund research for better treatment and a cure. Its services include a National Toll-Free Helpline (866-232-8484) staffed entirely by licensed social workers, caregiver support groups, educational programs and publications for caregivers, dementia-care training for healthcare professionals, the National Memory Screening Program, and more. For more information about AFA, call 866-232-8484, visit www.alzfdn.org, or connect with us on Facebook, X (Twitter), Instagram, or LinkedIn. AFA holds Charity Navigator’s top 4-star rating.

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About Juniper Communities

Juniper Communities, a leader in quality, value, and innovation, 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 our residents, visit www.junipercommunities.com.

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Contact: Sandy Silverstein

(866) 232-8484 Ext 126

ssilverstein@alzfdn.org