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Vi achieves 2024 Great Place to Work® certification

Vi announced that its 10 communities and corporate headquarters in Chicago have been certified as great workplaces by Great Place to Work®.

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U.S. Figure Skater and Olympic Medalist Jason Brown Skates His Way into the Hearts of the Community Visiting Grandparents at Vi at The Glen

American figure skater and Olympic medalist, Jason Brown, paid a visit to his grandparents, Bill Brown and Hope Bernstein, both residents of Vi at The Glen.

Vi at The Glen to Mark Milestone with Celebration

One of the first couples to move into Vi at The Glen will help the senior living community celebrate 20 years of operation on August 11, 2022. Jim & Dolores Conway will join nearly 300 of their neighbors, and executives from Vi’s corporate office in nearby Chicago, for an outdoor summer cocktail party to mark the milestone.

Meet Henry Schwenk, Vi at The Glen’s Official Unofficial Trivia Master

In Henry Schwenk’s seven years as a resident of Vi at The Glen, he’s left an indelible mark on the community as their trivia master for nearly the same length of time. “I read three newspapers a day and I get ideas. My mind is tuned to trivia,” Henry said, “And when I have dinner with people, which is every night or lunch, I’m listening."

Vi at The Glen becomes part of this couple’s pandemic love story

Dinah Jacobs, 74, and Larry Castle, 78, connected during the pandemic on JDate.com. Their courtship began while she stood on her villa’s front porch and he talked to her from the sidewalk. Six months later, Larry proposed. The couple made it official in June 2021 at Northbrook Community Synagogue, followed by dinner and a reception at Vi at The Glen.

Vi at The Glen RN honored by Crain’s Chicago Business’ Notable Healthcare Heroes list

Vi at The Glen registered nurse Marissa Salvaleon has been named one of Crain’s Chicago Business’ 2021 “Notable Healthcare Heroes.” The Crain’s list celebrates Chicago-area doctors, nurses, EMTs and home health care providers who have served tirelessly on the front lines of the pandemic over the last year.

Vi President and CEO Randy Richardson signs on to CEO Action For Diversity & Inclusion Commitment™

Vi President and CEO Randy Richardson has signed on to the CEO Action for Diversity & Inclusion™ commitment. Recognizing that change starts at the executive level, Richardson joins over 1,600 CEOs of the world’s leading companies and business organizations in leveraging their individual and collective voices to advance diversity and inclusion in the workplace.

Good to Know newsletter, issue #3

Is life at Vi a little different these days? Indeed it is. Even so, our residents tell us they can’t think of a place they would rather call home. Every day brings new opportunities to grow, experiences to look forward to and countless ways to live well.

Good to Know newsletter, issue #2

In all Vi communities, our dedication to the well-being of our residents remains our priority. Today, even amidst the new normal of the protocols established due to the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, Vi team members are finding creative ways to care for the physical, mental and spiritual health of their communities.

Vi partners with global hotel brands to provide jobs for displaced workers in hospitality industry amid COVID-19 pandemic

Vi, along with leading companies such as Amazon, CVS, Walgreens and more, has established partnerships with leading hospitality companies Hilton and Hyatt to provide much-needed job opportunities to workers who have experienced layoffs or been furloughed as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Casual to fine: dining gets a modern makeover at Vi at The Glen

As a part of Vi at The Glen’s $6.1 million remodel, all three of the Life Plan Community’s restaurants will be renovated to delight the senses and please the palate. Beautiful backdrops and all-new menus will combine to create a Chicago-caliber dining experience for residents’ mere steps from their front door.

Vi wins 2019 ICAA NuStep Beacon Award for “Best in Wellness”

Leading national developer, owner and operator of high-end continuing care retirement communities Vi has won the 2019 ICAA NuStep Beacon Award, honoring the “Top 25 'Best in Wellness' senior living communities in North America.

Vi at The Glen Chorus - Founding Member Connie Byrne

Vi at The Glen chorus: 15 years of harmony

Every Tuesday evening at Vi at The Glen, 20 residents gather for an evening of harmony and camaraderie at the community’s chorus rehearsal.

Jose Luna Vi at The Glen Executive Chef in kitchen with staff

Executive Chef Jose Luna invited to join Order of the Golden Toque

Jose Luna, executive chef at Vi at The Glen, grew up in a family of restaurateurs: His grandmother owned a restaurant, and his mother worked in food service, too. Like many children, he dreamed of becoming a fireman or a doctor – until he got his first taste of working in a restaurant.

Vi signature wine Luxus on the table with wine glasses and flower

Vi introduces Luxus, its signature wine label

Wine has long been a staple in Vi’s food and beverage program. But until 2016, offering a wine that’s unique to Vi was a new concept.

A creation from Michael Beltran, pastry chef at Vi at The Glen

Pastry chef Michael Beltran keeps residents craving more at Vi at The Glen

Michael Beltran, Vi at The Glen’s pastry chef, has always enjoyed travel and entertaining, so it was only natural for him to pursue degrees in hospitality and cooking. Upon graduation, he worked as sous chef at Dean Witter in Riverwoods, Ill. for a year. It was there his love of pastries took root.

VI RECEIVES TOP PLACE TO WORK RECOGNITION BY CHICAGO TRIBUNE

Vi is proud to announce that it has been selected as one of the Chicago Tribune Top 100 Workplaces for the third year in a row.

Art at any age

Resident artists at Vi at The Glen come from a variety of backgrounds. Some have recently come to art as a way to express themselves while others had put art aside long ago to raise families, and pursue careers. But at Vi at The Glen, many of these artists have rejoined the visual arts thanks to the community’s vibrant art studio, and burgeoning art classes.

Vi residents delve into literature, one story at a time

Cecile Kraus devoted her career to teaching others to read. But it wasn't until she moved to Vi at The Glen with her husband that Kraus immersed herself in literature. Now, she leads the short story discussion group at the community.

Executive chef Jose Luna smiles at the camera

Meet our executive chef, Jose Luna

Executive Chef Jose Luna is in charge of managing menu creation and food prep for residents, as well as managing the overall culinary experience for residents. With more than 30 years of experience in the industry, he's well versed in using fresh, local ingredients. Here, we ask the Chef to tell us a little bit more about himself.