The THRIVE Team at Homestead Village is here to help residents in many ways.
At Homestead Village, THRIVE WHERE YOU ARE® didn’t begin as a tagline—it began as a commitment to reimagine what life in a retirement community could be.
More than 20 years ago, while many communities were still defining what “aging in place” meant, Homestead Village began building a more thoughtful, more flexible approach—one designed to support independence, dignity, and continuity of life with the focus of what best served the residents.
A Vision That Started Early
As a full continuing care retirement community (now called a Life Plan Community) Homestead Village offered independent living, personal care, skilled nursing care, and rehabilitation services. Residents were moved through the continuum of care as their needs changed. In 2005, Homestead Village introduced an innovative Supportive Services program that brought licensed personal care directly into residents’ apartments. All of the levels would still be provided, but personal care would be offered in the resident’s apartment.
At the time, this was a significant shift. Rather than requiring residents to relocate when care needs changed, this model allowed them to remain in the place they called home—surrounded by familiar routines, neighbors, and comforts.
This was the beginning of what would become THRIVE WHERE YOU ARE®—a philosophy rooted in supporting residents in the most independent setting possible, for as long as it is appropriate and safe.
Just a few years later, in 2010, this vision expanded with the introduction of Homestead Village Home Care Services, extending support to residents living in neighborhood homes across campus. Together, these programs created a flexible, resident-centered approach to care that was ahead of its time—and remains a distinguishing feature today.
Meeting Changing Needs with Innovation
As the community evolved, so did the understanding that thriving also means having access to specialized care when needed—without losing connection to the place you call home.
In 2011, Homestead Village introduced Gelhard House, a dedicated, small-house memory support environment. Prior to this, residents experiencing cognitive changes often had to leave the community to receive appropriate care elsewhere.
With the addition of memory support at Homestead Village, that changed.
Residents could continue their journey within the same community, supported by a model designed for safety, comfort, and familiarity. Additional enhancements followed, including the addition of The Harvest House personal care memory support household, ensuring the community could meet both current and future needs with intention and care.
A More Connected Approach to Care
As time went on, Homestead Village identified yet another opportunity to better support residents—particularly those with more complex needs.
The result was the creation of the Thrive Team, an innovative, collaborative care coordination model that brings together professionals from multiple disciplines into one cohesive team. Rather than working independently, these team members collaborate closely, combining their expertise to proactively address challenges and support resident well-being.
This integrated approach reflects a deeper understanding of what it means to thrive—not just physically, but holistically, across the entire campus.
Driven by a Culture of Continuous Improvement
For more than two decades, Homestead Village has maintained accreditation through CARF-CCAC, a process that reinforces a culture of continuous learning and innovation.
Through rigorous standards and regular evaluation, the organization is consistently challenged to ask: How can we do this better?
This ongoing commitment to best practices has helped shape the programs, services, and experiences that define Homestead Village today, and has earned the community various awards and recognitions.
More Than Aging in Place—A Philosophy of Living Well
THRIVE WHERE YOU ARE® reflects a broader vision—one that combines:
- Independence and autonomy through transportation, home care, and other services
- Thoughtful design that makes it easier to navigate around your home, paired with proactive wellness measures
- Opportunities for engagement, wellness, and connection
- Access to care that adapts as needs change
It also includes a growing focus on brain health and overall well-being, with programs that support healthy living through nutrition, physical activity, restorative sleep, and stress reduction.
Because thriving isn’t just about where you live—it’s about how you live.
A Commitment That Continues
Today, THRIVE WHERE YOU ARE® is woven into every aspect of life at Homestead Village. It guides decisions, shapes programs, and reflects a commitment to helping residents live with purpose, confidence, and connection—every day.
It started as an idea ahead of its time.
It continues as a philosophy that defines the future of living well.