The Arbor Company is proud to announce that its communities have earned Accushield's verified Safest Places to Live™ designation for 2026, a national recognition awarded to senior living organizations that demonstrate an elite commitment to resident safety, security, and transparency.
The designation recognizes communities that meet rigorous standards designed to protect residents through controlled access, visitor accountability, identity verification, emergency communication, privacy protection, and credentialed care practices. Communities receiving the verified designation have demonstrated compliance with all eight components of Accushield's Standard of Resident Security, including the highest-level requirement of actively credentialing and verifying outside care providers before they are granted access to residents.
At The Arbor Company, creating environments where residents feel safe, supported, and empowered to live fully has always been central to our mission. While safety measures often work behind the scenes, they play a critical role in providing peace of mind for residents, families, and team members alike.
"At The Arbor Company, the safety and well-being of our residents is at the center of everything we do," said Judd Harper, President of The Arbor Company. "Families place tremendous trust in our communities, and earning Accushield's verified Safest Places to Live™ designation reflects the dedication, professionalism, and care our teams demonstrate every day. We are honored to receive this recognition and proud of the associates who make it possible."
To earn the designation, organizations must demonstrate excellence across Accushield's eight security standards:
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Controlled and accountable access
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Visible identification
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Verified identity
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Real-time situational awareness
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Resident and family transparency
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Data privacy
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Mass emergency communication
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Credentialed care
Together, these standards help ensure that communities maintain strong visitor management practices, secure communication systems, enhanced emergency preparedness, and safeguards that protect resident information and well-being.
While technology and processes are important, it is the people behind them who make the greatest difference. Across The Arbor Company's communities, associates work every day to create welcoming environments while maintaining the highest standards of safety and accountability. Their commitment helps residents enjoy greater independence, families experience greater peace of mind, and communities continue to thrive.
As The Arbor Company continues to invest in innovative solutions that enhance both resident experience and operational excellence, safety remains one of the organization's highest priorities.