(Cleveland, Ohio) – The Renaissance Retirement Campus, Eliza Jennings’ premier life care community in Olmsted Township, is honored and proud to be recognized as a 2022 Cleveland Magazine Best of the West finalist in the Senior Living category.
“It is gratifying to be recognized as a trusted, premier provider of aging services on Cleveland’s West Side,” said Eliza Jennings President and CEO Richard M. Boyson Jr. “Our dedicated, compassionate staff members are committed to providing the highest quality person-centered care, especially during these challenging times. We are grateful to the Renaissance residents and families, and Cleveland Magazine readers for making this recognition possible.”
The Renaissance is participating in Cleveland Magazine’s annual Best of the West event at Market Square at Crocker Park from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. on May 12, 2022. Guests will enjoy food, beverages, entertainment, and more. For more information and to purchase tickets, visit https://clevelandmagazine.com/magazine-events/best-of-the-west.
Finalists were selected based on nomination ballots cast by Cleveland Magazine readers. The Renaissance was selected as a finalist in the Senior Living category. One winner in each category will be determined by a final vote that will take place electronically the night of the event. Winners will be announced in the July issue of Cleveland Magazine.
The Renaissance Retirement Campus is located at 26376 John Road in Olmsted Township. To learn more about quality care and services for older adults at the Renaissance, please call 440.235-7100 or visit https://renaissance.elizajennings.org/.
Cleveland Magazine is a regional publication that serves Northeast Ohio and offers engaging stories on dining, arts and entertainment, shopping, sports, and civic issues affecting Greater Clevelanders.
After the pandemic I was searching for a place for my elderly father who has dementia. I came across Acacia Place at the Eliza Jennings facility in Cleveland, Ohio. My experience working with Minnie the facility director has been nothing but wonderful. She has gone above and beyond helping to accommodate my family needs. A situation came up with my father so I called her to let her know. When I called her office I learned she was out for that day. I decided to leave her a voicemail. And in 5 minutes she called me back. I couldn’t believe it. Even on her day off she’s willing to extend herself to help me and my family. What a blessing she has been to my father and my family. The facility itself is beautiful and well maintained. I couldn’t ask for anything more.
(Cleveland, Ohio) – Eliza Jennings, a nationally recognized not-for-profit leader in aging services, announced the appointment of James W. Rogerson to the organization’s Board of Trustees effective March 2021.
“Jim’s extensive experience serving older adults and knowledge of the healthcare industry will be a tremendous asset to our organization,” said President and CEO Richard M. Boyson Jr. “His outstanding commitment to quality aging services will help us to continue to provide services that improve and enhance the health, well-being, and quality of life of the older adults we serve.”
Rogerson is chief operating officer at HealthPRO-Heritage, a contract therapy and consulting business serving continuing care retirement communities, skilled nursing facilities, assisted living communities, and home health agencies. With more than 30 years of experience in healthcare and aging services, Rogerson served as Eliza Jennings executive vice president of operations and chief operating officer from 1995 to 2007. He also served as president of Therapy Partners, a former Eliza Jennings business-to-business therapy company, from 2005 to 2010. Rogerson’s expertise includes strategic planning, fiscal management, program development and implementation, and construction/renovation work.
Rogerson holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science and Mathematics from Baldwin Wallace College, and a Master of Business Administration degree from Case Western Reserve University; he is a licensed nursing home administrator.
(Cleveland, Ohio) – Eliza Jennings, a not-for-profit leader in aging services, announced that Sandy Skerda, executive director at the Renaissance Retirement Campus in Olmsted Township, will be honored among McKnight’s 2021 Women of Distinction with the Veteran VIP Award.
The Women of Distinction Awards, in its third year, is a joint program of McKnight’s Long-Term Care News and McKnight’s Senior Living, publications serving senior living and long-term care professionals throughout the United States. The program recognizes individuals who have made significant contributions to the senior living or skilled nursing professions.
“We are thrilled that Sandy is being recognized among our peers in the aging services industry,” said Eliza Jennings President and CEO Richard M. Boyson Jr. “Throughout her 20-year career with our organization, Sandy has demonstrated tremendous professional growth, leadership, and a strong commitment to residents and staff members.”
The 2021 Veteran VIPs, a new category this year, includes executive directors and administrators from across the U.S. The inaugural class honors and recognizes women with more than 15 years of experience in aging services who have demonstrated an exceptional, long-term commitment to their field. Nominations were judged by an external panel of aging services experts. Skerda will be honored among other winners at a virtual awards celebration May 18. An educational forum will follow on May 19.
“Veteran VIPs have shown long-term commitment to their fields and help keep the industry stable,” said McKnight’s Editorial Director John O’Connor.
To learn more about McKnight’s Women of Distinction, Veteran VIPs Awards, and virtual events, visit www.mcknightswomenofdistinction.com.
Alexa and Devon Oaks Staff. Where do we begin to tell you how very special you all are. You touched our family with your kindness and friendship. As you saw, she loved people – teasing, laughing and kindness were her many star tributes to her personality. You all cared for her in so many ways. She would tell us how wonderful everyone was to her and she was surrounded by beautiful people. In her better times she would say she had the best cooks – she loved her food and praised the dining room. We appreciate all your help in getting us, and her, through the ups and downs. Your nursing staff is top notch. We became friends and they were all so gracious to us. They deeply cared for her and she loved them. To live to 98 years old is remarkable. She is sadly missed, but we have so many memories to cherish. Thank you all.
Thank you so much for the beautiful wind chimes and lovely note, and all your prayers! We are so very grateful mom could return to Devon Oaks for her last few days. You all were so loving and gentle with her. We are certain mom felt your love, care, and presence. Thank you for all your tremendous care. Thank you for creating a fun and happy home for mom during these past few years. She so enjoyed seeing all your smiling faces each day. She loved all the attention you gave her too. Mom always shared with us the fun games, activities, and her BINGO winnings. Thank you all. You are truly gifts to mom and us. Thank you for being so incredible.