STORIED HISTORY, EVOLVING LEGACY

McGregor has been caring for older adults for almost 150 years. During that time, there have been historic milestones along the way that have shaped our legacy today to support seniors and those who care for them.

Seniors’ needs have changed throughout history, and McGregor has worked to accommodate those needs. This began with the formation of the Home for Aged Women by Amasa Stone, a capitalist and philanthropist, with his wife, Julia, in 1877.

Three decades later, the A.M. McGregor Home was built. In contrast with the Home for Aged Women, which served “Protestant Gentlewomen” 65 and older, the A.M. McGregor Home included men, as well. Both homes for the aged accommodated the elderly

Presented by McGregor who had experienced financial hardship. As the senior population grows, so does McGregor. When the Home first opened, it had availability for only 25 residents, later merging with the Home for Aged Women, which had been renamed the Amasa Stone House, in 1987. Supporting the rising senior population, the Amasa Stone House opened its doors to men for the first time. The two homes for the elderly were combined into one facility in 2004 to increase efficiency. These unprecedented changes led to the creation of the A.M. McGregor Group, which developed a strategic plan to continue extending its resources beyond the campus. Additionally, The McGregor Foundation, formed in 2002, gives out grants to organizations supporting its mission.

Fast forward to today: McGregor offers continuum-of-care options for seniors in all seasons of retirement, including independent living, assisted living, nursing care, rehabilitation and hospice. This ensures that our residents can stay on our campus as their needs change. As more seniors age in place, McGregor PACE (Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly) allows them to maintain independence in their homes while being involved in the community.

At McGregor, we celebrate our history that has shaped who we are today, enhancing our services along the way. We are here to help you through life transitions to improve the experience of aging for years to come.

Secure your place in the senior living community that brings together lifelong care. McGregor, a name greater Clevelanders have lived by for more than 145 years!

Presented by Fairmont of Westlake

Retirement communities share similar goals: to provide safe, comfortable homes for older adults. So what makes them different? The people who run them. Meet Russell Elmore, CEO of Fairmont of Westlake.

“I selected this community as my employer over five years ago, due to the tenured staff and management team,” Elmore says. “Now, with the transition to Fairmont of Westlake, I look forward to the next five years.”

Elmore continues, “Fairmont of Westlake is different from other communities that I’ve worked at because Fairmont is mainly managed by the Chief Executive Officer on-site versus a regional management team who may or may not have visited the community. This allows me to represent the ownership group as well as our residents and staff by focusing on the overall well-being of the community versus a balance sheet.”

Changes are coming to Fairmont of Westlake. Over the next three to six months, the community will be upgraded with new furniture, flooring, paint and other cosmetic improvements. The changes will help create an even more welcoming and enjoyable experience for those who want quality and livability.

“Without a doubt, I have one of the most rewarding jobs anyone can have,” Elmore says. “Every day, my heart is touched by a resident or family member who reminds me just how amazing it is to help others.”

To learn more about Fairmont of Westlake, visit fairmontwestlake.com.