A WORD FROM OUR CHIEF OPERATIONS OFFICER DEAR TEAM,
The first quarter of 2026 has flown by With spring now in full bloom, we’re looking ahead to more time outdoors with walks in the courtyard, celebrations under the sun, fresh air, and the sense of renewal this season brings.
Recently, we’ve shared materials that position senior living as a chance
to "start fresh" rather than "start over " In many ways, that same
mindset has shaped our journey at RUI. This past year has been marked by new beginnings, fresh perspectives, and valuable insights all centered around one core theme: culture. Not just any culture, but one that people genuinely want to be part of One that each of us helps build and sustain A culture that encourages trying new things, taking ownership, and recognizing the importance of every role in our day-to-day operations
As we reflect on what sets our company apart, the answer consistently comes back to our people. Across every department, our service is defined by how we collaborate, communicate, and live out our values. These core values aren’t simply words we recite or memorize, they reflect the mindset that forms the foundation of our culture.
As we move into this next quarter, I encourage each of you to strive for excellence in all that you do, whatever that looks like in your role That intentional mindset is what strengthens a culture of dependable, passionate team members who take pride in their work and the service they provide every day.
That’s the culture we’re building - together. Because culture isn’t given, it’s created, and it starts with each of us.
SINCERELY,
INTRODUCING THE TEAM
We are excited to welcome two new team members to the RUI Home Office Team! Chris Coulling has assumed the role of Director of IT and Support Services, and Matthew Deacon has started as our Corporate Director of Culinary Operations. If you see Chris or Matthew at your community, take a moment to say “Hi” and welcome them to the RUI Family!
Chris
Coulling
Director of IT and Support Services
"Ask me about what I'm curious about.”
Matthew Deacon Corporate Director of Culinary Operations
"Ask me about food. Ingredients, food history, and the development of cuisine from survival necessities into the artisanal staples we know today. I find the story of food fascinating and will talk at length given the opportunity.”
Why did you choose to work in senior living?
I chose to work in senior living because it is an industry that has a direct, meaningful impact on people's daily lives. What do you like to do outside of work?
Outside of work, I enjoy staying active through regular exercise, along with golf and tennis.
Favorite vacation spot?
Hilton Head, SC
Favorite part of your job?
My favorite part of my job is helping teams succeed by providing the tools, support, and structure they need to do their best work
Why did you choose to work in senior living?
I was drawn in by the people in this office. Their enthusiasm for nurturing the residents’ lives with care and fun was an ideology I immediately latched onto
What do you like to do outside of work?
I garden, tend chickens, read, write, hike, cook, and occasionally tinker with old motorcycles
Favorite vacation spot?
National Parks Any of them Give me a road trip, a tent, and a two-day hike to a breathtaking view and I’m sold
Favorite part of your job?
The people 100% Most everyone I’ve met seems dedicated and passionate and really wants to succeed in helping to provide great care for the residents, and now that I’ve had a chance to tour some of the communities and interact with the residents, I can see that it really shows
RETREAT RECAP
February was a busy month as department heads from across the RUI portfolio came together to brainstorm new ideas, streamline workflows, and connect with peers. Teams from clinical, environmental services, business office, human resources, life enrichment, Inspiritás, and sales left their sessions with renewed camaraderie, fresh perspectives, and a shared sense of purpose A special shout-out to everyone at the communities who supported these efforts and made it possible for team members to travel off-site.
TEAM RUI
Q1 TEAM MEMBERS OF THE MONTH
BENEDICTA ODURO WILMER COREAPEREZ YOSKA GARI
EDIS MEMBRENO DIAZ INGRID BELTRAN DE BERRIOS ALICIA DE LAS CASAS BETHELL
ODIJAH THOMPSON AYANA STITH TEODORA LOPEZ
AGATHA REGIS
WILSON RACHAEL REIS
TOMASA TURCIOS TAWANNA TILLMAN SAM DATA
MARCELLUS ENGLE CANDICE RICKS SHARON MUGOCHI
MIRACLE DAVIES ANNA MARTINEZ ALICE APPAU WINIFRED MENSAH REINA AGUILAR
Our Team Members of the Month shine by going above and beyond while living out our mission, core values, and culture each day. Please join us in celebrating these outstanding individuals from Q1! We are so thankful for your continued commitment to our residents, team, and community.
COMING UP NEXT!
APRIL 19-25
JUNE 6-12 NATIONAL ADMINISTRATIVE PROFESSIONALS WEEK
At RUI, there’s always a reason to celebrate! This quarter, take advantage of these special holidays to show a little extra love and appreciation for team members during their department’s national recognition week Be the culture you want to create!
6-12 JUNE 11-17 NATIONAL NURSES WEEK NATIONAL HEALTHCARE EXECUTIVES APPRECIATION WEEK NATIONAL CNA/MED-TECH WEEK
RUInformed:
AgeWellSeries
The RUInformed Webinar Series is a monthly educational webinar series covering a wide variety of topics from health and wellness tips to financial planning. Hosted by RUI’s own Dr. Cleo Kitt, Senior Vice President of Leadership Development, each webinar features a subject-matter expert to walk attendees through the topic and answer any questions from the audience This series is open to the public and is free to register and attend so feel free to invite friends and family to tune in!
Parkinson’s Disease: Movement, Mind, and Medicine
Date: April 15: 4pm - 5pm
Presenter: Mark Cifarelli, Legacy Healthcare Services Register: Zoom - bit ly/RUinformedParkinsonsMovement
The Power of Connections
Date: May 20: 4pm - 5pm
Presenter: David K. Wessell Register: Zoom - bit.ly/RUInformedPowerOfConnections
The
Mind
Unveiled - Neuroscience of Thought and Memory
Date: June 17: 4pm - 5pm
Presenter: Margaret Preston, Power Over Parkinson’s Register: Zoom - bit.ly/RUInformedNeuroscience
Scan a QR Code or follow the link to register for the webinar You will receive a Zoom meeting link and calendar invite after completing your registration You can also check out our website at www rui net/resource-center to view recordings of each of our previous RUInformed webinars
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
We’re proud to spotlight our team members who have recently achieved new certifications, reflecting their dedication to lifelong learning and excellence in their field. Help us celebrate our newly certified Assisted Living Activity Directors and Certified Dementia Practitioners.
Assisted Living Activity Program Certification Approved by the Virginia Department of Social Services Division of Adult Services
Colin Kindred, Life Enrichment Director Bay Lake
Olivia Fisher, Inspiritás Director Bay Lake
Samantha Goodman, Life Enrichment Director The Westmont at Short Pump
Kailey Garrett, Life Enrichment Director The Wellington at Lake Manassas
Jennifer Becker, Inspiritás Director The Wellington at Lake Manassas
Sean Kenney, Life Enrichment/Inspiritás Director Ashleigh at Lansdowne
Tabitha Purcell, Life Enrichment Director Heatherwood
Maria Giraldo-Schwartz, Inspiritás Director Heatherwood
Janean Williams, Life Enrichment Director Woodland Hills
Cleo Kitt, Senior VP of Leadership Development and Engagement
New Certified Dementia Practitioners
Ora Williams, Life Enrichment/Inspiritás Director Th
Samantha Singato, Assistant Director of Clinical Serv
Niyma Foster, Life Enrichment Assistant The Hidenw
Lyndsey Schoepflin, LPN Bay Lake
Rachel Reis, Wellness Coordinator Bay Lake
Joshua Haynes, Caregiver Bay Lake
Olivia Fisher, Inspiritás Director Bay Lake
Maria Giraldo-Schwartz, Inspiritás Director Heather
Interested in learning more about professional development opportunities? Reach out to your Human Resources Manager to inquire about future certification opportunities for your department
This month:
Ingredients:
3oz fresh salmon
2 tsp brown sugar
2 tsp dark chili powder
Vinaigrette:
¼ cup of red wine vinegar
6 large strawberries
1 cup of olive oil
1 tsp Dijon mustard
½ tsp ground cumin
½ tsp coriander
½ tsp Smoked Paprika
Pinch ground cinnamon
Pinch black pepper
1 tsp white sugar
1 tsp fresh ginger, peeled+minced
Salt to taste
Chili-Seared Salmon Cornucopia
+ Salad with Peach Pico & Strawberry Vinaigrette
Pico Salad
Components:
1 tsp red onion
1 tsp diced peach
1 tsp diced strawberries
½ tsp of fresh jalapenos
½ tsp fresh cilantro
A squeeze of fresh lime juice
1 cup of salad greens
Salt and pepper to taste
Why did you choose this recipe ?
“This
is a salad that really opens eyes. The flavors and the aesthetics of this dish make it a great spring or summer time menu item that not only shines with eye appeal, but it also tastes great.”
Dressing Prep:
• Add strawberries, Dijon, oil, red wine vinegar, salt and pepper to taste, white sugar, cumin, coriander, ginger, smoked paprika, and a dash of cinnamon into a blender and blend till emulsified
Pico Prep:
• Add red onion, diced peach, diced strawberry, cilantro, lime juice, salt & pepper to taste Mix all ingredients together Let sit to marry flavors
Chef Daniel E. Hahn, CEC, CCA
Executive Chef - Bay Lake
RUI Team Member Since 2025
Be a PAL to yourself
Be a PAL to yourself
Be a PAL to yourself
& use your time off! & use your time off! & use your time off!
Don’t forget to use your PALtime!Taking time to rest and recharge helps you stay balanced, focused, and at your best - for yourself and for those you serve every day.
MaketheMostofYourSummer MaketheMostofYourSummer MaketheMostofYourSummer -SaveWhileYouPlan -SaveWhileYouPlan -SaveWhileYouPlan Don’tmissoutonexclusivedealsthrough RUI’sDiscountandPerkProgram.This programbringsyouthebestdealsfor yourfavoriteproducts,services,and destinations– perfectforbookingthatSummertimevacation!
• –suchasflights,hotels, cruises,andthemeparks
TravelandTickets
DiningandShopping
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TopBrands
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SpecialServices
Download the HCMToGo app on your phoneto have around-the-clock accessto your PAL info.
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Ready to Play? Ready to Play? Ready to Play?
Scan the QR code below and complete one task from each column or section to be entered to win your choice of Apple Airpods Pros 3, Theragun Percussion Massage Gun, Ember Temperature Control Travel Mug, or a Fitbit Versa 4 Smartwatch.
One winner will be chosen at the end of Q2 Submit your completed form before May 15th!
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Welcome to Voya Financial’s 401(k) Program!
RUI’s 401(k) program has officially moved over to Voya Financial from PCS Retirement as of March 20th, 2026 Here’s what to do next to get access to your account
If you had an account setup through PCS Retirement, Visit www.VoyaRetirementPlans.com
Select “Register Now”
Verify your identity by answering some questions
Follow the on-screen instructions to setup your new username and password
If you did not have an account previously setup through PCS Retirement, now is a great time to start investing in your retirement!
Visit www.VoyaRetirementPlans.com
Select “Register Now”
Verify your identity by answering some questions
Follow the on-screen instructions to setup your brand new account
Follow the prompts to walk through how you can start investing today!
Once complete, you’ll have full access to your rolled-over plan contributions and now have access to view your account balances and make changes
Remember, you can contribute 1%-50% pay, before taxes, up to $18,000. You ca or stop your contributions at any time.
One of RUI’s competitive benefits is our company 401k matching RUI matches a portion of your pre-tax contributions to your plan using the matching formula table to the right.
Vesting Schedule
1 year of service – 20%
2 years of service – 40%
3 years of service – 60%
4 years of service – 80%
5 years of service – 100%
6-10 Years of Service
$0 50 on $1 00 up to $1,500 annually
11-15 Years of Service
$0.75 on $1.00 up to $2,000 annually 16+ Years of Service $1 00 on $1 00 up to $2,500 annually
0-5 Years of Service $0.50 on $1.00 up to $1,000 annually 0-5 6-10 11-15 16+
Learn How To:
Understand your retirement plan
Identify how much to save for retirement
Select an investment strategy and mix based on your goals
Visit fitconnect.cbiz.com or scan the QR Code to schedule your free, virtual retirement guidance session
LOCATION
Springfield, VA – only 30 minutes from the heart of Washington D.C.
OPENED
May 1998, RUI’s 5th community
SIZE
72 apartments including 24 InspiritásMemory Care apartments and 48 dually licensed Assisted Living and Independent Living apartments.
FEATURES
RUI University classroom, RUI Fit gym, movie theatre, LUXE Unlimited salon life enrichment center, living rooms, dining rooms, two courtyards with gardens.
Award-Winning Community
Aarondale continues to set the standard for excellence in senior living, earning recognition as one of Virginia Living’s 2025 Top Retirement Communities, an honor highlighting forty-eight standout communities across the Virginia for their quality, amenities, and commitment to resident well-being. Known for its vibrant lifestyle, upscale offerings, and exceptional care, Aarondale also maintains an impressive 4.9-star Google rating and recently renewed its Bronze National Quality Award through the National Center
for Assisted Living, a testament to its commitment to meeting rigorous standards of excellence. This culture of high performance is further reflected in team achievements, including Executive Director Amanda Waggy being named 2025 Executive Director of the Year by the Virginia Assisted Living Association.
