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groundbreaking ceremony for Crossing Pointe
News

National Church Residences Breaks Ground on Crossing Pointe

November 9, 2024
ATLANTA — National Church Residences, a national leader in providing affordable housing solutions for older adults, recently held a groundbreaking…
A senior veteran saluting.
Emotional Wellbeing

From Uniform to Golden Years: Celebrating Our Senior Veterans

November 8, 2024
As we approach Veterans Day, it’s important to take a moment and recognize a remarkable group of people who helped…
An older adult using digital technology for seniors to connect with loved ones.
Healthcare

Communication Technology for Seniors: Ways to Help Older Adults Stay Connected

November 1, 2024
Loneliness is a real problem for seniors, especially for those living alone. Research shows that social isolation can have significant…
Groundbreaking Ceremony for Berwyn East Place. A New Affordable Housing Development for Older Adults
News

Groundbreaking Ceremony for Berwyn East Place

October 28, 2024
Celebrating the Groundbreaking of Berwyn East Place Providing 88 affordable housing units, including formerly homeless and seniors with a disability…
A caregiver helping a senior showing early signs of Alzheimer’s Disease.
Healthcare

Early Signs of Alzheimer’s: What Caregivers Should Look For

October 25, 2024
As our loved ones age, it’s natural to worry about their health and well-being. One concern that often arises is…
An older women with Alzheimer’s staying engaged with a water color painting class.
Emotional Wellbeing

Engaging Activities for Your Senior Loved One with Alzheimer’s

October 3, 2024
When providing care for a loved one with Alzheimer’s, it’s important to keep them engaged and stimulated with activities they…
An older adult holding a senior emergency binder containing important documents.
Finances

How to Create a Senior Emergency Binder for Your Family

August 28, 2024
As people age, it becomes increasingly important for them to have their affairs in order. People naturally accumulate different possessions,…
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News

Funding Secured for Major Renovation of Historic Alexandra Apartments

August 22, 2024
CINCINNATI, Ohio— National Church Residences announces the successful closing of funding for the comprehensive renovation of the Alexandra Apartments, a…
Multiple people doing chair exercises for seniors.
Emotional Wellbeing

The Benefits of Visiting Elderly Loved Ones After They Move to a Senior Living Community

August 15, 2024
Transitioning your elderly loved one into a senior living community can mark a pretty significant change in your family’s lives.…
A caretaker and two older adults viewing a list of questions to ask when visiting a senior living community.
Housing

What to Ask When Visiting Senior Living Communities

August 8, 2024
Once you have made the decision that you or a loved one is ready to move into a senior living…
An older man serving food to his partner at the dinner table after learning about healthy eating tips for seniors.
Healthy Living

Senior Nutrition: Healthy Eating Tips for Older Adults

August 1, 2024
While eating a balanced, nutritious diet is important at every stage of life, healthy eating becomes even more critical as…
For more than 60 years, National Church Residences has served the changing needs of aging adults through quality housing and senior services. Our organization has grown from a single community into the largest non-profit provider of senior housing in the U.S. – and there is always room to do more. As vice president of marketing and sales, Margaret Gibson is at the forefront of developing new opportunities for senior services. Margaret joined National Church Residences on Nov. 20, 2023 and oversees the network of support and resources National Church Residences provides for seniors. It’s a natural fit for someone with a history of supporting seniors in a variety of ways. Striving to Support More Seniors While Margaret currently oversees marketing and sales efforts, her professional journey began as a physical therapist. She first worked in clinical settings, but eventually determined that home health was a better fit for her. “I wanted to have more of an impact where people call home,” Margaret explained. “I felt that, to be more effective in my role as a clinician, the best place to do that was where someone lives. By doing that, I was able to make an even greater impact by engaging with several seniors in a shorter period of time.” Margaret took a job as a lead physical therapist for a home health care organization where she designed treatment programs and care plans to help seniors in assisted living facilities and homes. Still, she felt there were more ways to serve even more people. That desire to support seniors led Margaret to transition from physical therapy into business development and marketing. She excelled at developing a network of strategic partnerships to offer new offerings to seniors while creating new referral opportunities. This process allowed her to create a collaborative network of services for seniors, all while her clinical background helped inform what truly matters for aging adults. “What is so impactful is being able to connect all those service offerings together to truly impact the entire quality of life of an individual,” Margaret said. “There’s so much potential with our senior population. People don’t necessarily give them enough credit. I love to help seniors maximize their potential and their quality of life.” Growing the National Church Residences Umbrella Now that Margaret is part of National Church Residences, she’s ready to use her collective experience to engage with more seniors and increase community awareness of the organization’s brand. One of the most attractive aspects of her current role is the range of key offerings that National Church Residences provides for aging adults. “There is nowhere else where everything is housed under one roof,” Margaret explained. “The mission that drives us is to be able to be a resource, an advocate, and a leader that provides that entire care continuum of services. I can see such potential to further develop those offerings.” Expanding the network of support isn’t the only way that Margaret is planning to help bring excellent care to seniors. She also aims to provide added support for all the people working within the organization. This approach includes providing staff with more educational resources and training on how to utilize a clinical perspective and approach. “What is exciting to me is that I can teach other people,” Margaret said. “Working with seniors was rewarding as an individual contributor as a physical therapist, but as a leader I am able to mentor others and show them how to serve seniors the way they deserve.” Ready for a Big Year The ability to grow National Church Residences’ collaborative network of senior services is an exciting opportunity, and there’s plenty more that Margaret is excited about in 2024. Margaret is looking forward to some major milestones this year, including her 25th wedding anniversary and 50th birthday. 2024 also marks the first time that Margaret and her husband will be empty nesters, as both of their daughters will be at their respective colleges. Aside from the major life events, Margaret has plans to stay active in her free time. Margaret is excited to spend some more time with her family and close friends. She’s also an active CrossFitter and loves to see what she can accomplish. Between her professional journey and personal life, Margert has a history of making and meeting big goals. Margaret admits that she likes to set the bar high for herself at work and in her personal life. That quality is great news for all the seniors that National Church Residences serves, both now and in the future. Looking for a job where you can make an impact in your community? View our senior living job opportunities and start your next career.
News

Employee Spotlight: Margaret Gibson

July 25, 2024
For more than 60 years, National Church Residences has served the changing needs of aging adults through quality housing and…