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Accushield Recognizes 355 Senior Living Communities

On May 12, 2026, Accushield proudly announced the recipients of the 2026 Safest Places to Live™ (SP2L™) designation, honoring 355 senior living operators who have met stringent security standards aimed at ensuring the safety of their residents. This annual designation is a testament to the commitment these communities have made towards adopting rigorous protocols that enhance resident security.

Commitment to Security

The SP2L™ program is designed to evaluate senior living communities against an 8-Point Standard of Resident Security, significantly exceeding basic regulatory requirements. This program recognizes operators that show an advanced commitment to protecting the safety of residents, families, and their staff members by implementing proactive measures, such as verifying the credentials of outside caregivers and vendors before they enter the facilities.

Among the standout recipients are some of the largest senior living operators in the country, with 24 entities receiving the program's highest honor, the VERIFIED Safest Places to Live™ designation. The VERIFIED status not only confirms that these operators meet the essential seven foundational security standards but also showcases their ongoing responsibility to verify the credentials of third-party caregivers and vendors, elevating their commitment to a secure living environment.

Leading Operators Recognized

Several notable organizations made it to the forefront of the list, including:

• - Charter Senior Living: 72 communities
• - Priority Life Care: 60 communities
• - Bickford Senior Living: 52 communities

This impressive array of operators exemplifies a comprehensive approach to overseeing third-party caregivers, setting a new benchmark for safety within the industry.

Another group earning the SP2L™ designation includes top players in the Argentum's Top 25, such as:

• - Sonida Senior Living: 96 communities
• - Life Care Services (LCS): 84 communities

These companies reflect a solid commitment to security measures, with aspirations to achieve VERIFIED status as they enhance their third-party caregiver credentialing practices.

A Standard Tailored for Families

Families searching for senior living solutions are more savvy than ever. They seek concrete evidence that their loved ones will reside in a secure setting, not simply relying on vague assurances. The Safest Places to Live™ designation provides a trustworthy resource, answering crucial questions about security efforts before pressing the families to inquire further.

The 8-Point Standard evaluates how communities manage various aspects of security, including:

• - Controlled and accountable access
• - Visible identification and community awareness
• - Verified identity and secure documentation
• - Real-time situational awareness
• - Transparency for residents and their families
• - Data privacy and information protection
• - Effective emergency communication and accountability

The addition of the eighth criterion in the VERIFIED tier emphasizes the significance of establishing a credentialed environment where all service providers submit to background checks and other verifications before providing care.

Charles Mann, founder of Accushield, emphasized the importance of visible security measures, stating, "Security has long been one of the hardest things to truly demonstrate in senior living. It’s assumed to be there, but often remains concealed from families making critical decisions. The operators recognized this year are pioneering a shift, bringing attention to this invisible layer and showcasing what it means to have a security-first mindset."

About the Safest Places to Live™ Program

Safest Places to Live™ is a national accreditation initiative acknowledging senior living communities that display exceptional dedication to resident safety. The directory of providers listed under this program identifies those that exceed baseline regulatory standards and fulfill the 8-Point Standard of Resident Security. For more information on the 2026 honoree directory, please visit recipients.safeplacestolive.com.

Empowering Safer Communities with Accushield

Accushield stands at the forefront of enabling safer and more connected senior living through its cutting-edge technologies. Their innovative platform offers visitor management and credential verification solutions that help communities extract and utilize data related to visitors and care providers, thereby enhancing security and fostering trust among residents and their families. Discover more about their solutions at accushield.com.