CT senior living and healthcare provider completes major merger, facility acquisition

Hartford Courant – Thursday, January 2, 2025
Staff Report

The formal merger between a large non-profit Connecticut senior living and healthcare provider and the operator of homes in three communities has taken place, as has its separate acquisition of a Rocky Hill facility.

Masonicare acquired Atria Greenridge Place in Rocky Hill and completed the formal merger with United Methodist Homes, which operates communities in Shelton, Farmington, and Newington.

“These initiatives represent a major step in expanding Masonicare’s reach while reinforcing its dedication to delivering compassionate, high-quality care to seniors across Connecticut,” according to Masonicare.

“Our alignment with Masonicare is an exciting opportunity to extend our mission and ensure that our residents benefit from both UMH and Masonicare’s renowned expertise in senior living and healthcare services,” said David Lawlor, president and CEO of United Methodist Homes, who now works for Masonicare, in a statement. “Under the Masonicare name, we represent a collective 280 years of excellence and a shared commitment to the highest standards of care.”

Atria Greenridge Place is now operating as Masonicare at Greenridge Place, which “marks another pivotal step in Masonicare’s mission to provide exceptional care for older adults. Under Masonicare’s ownership and management, the 108-unit assisted living and memory care community brings new opportunities to serve Connecticut seniors,” the statement said.

The addition is intended to enhance “Masonicare’s standing as a trusted leader in senior living, offering expanded options for individuals and families seeking a welcoming environment where residents can thrive,” according to the company.

The acquisition expands options for families and allows Masonicare to extend its “geographical reach and deepens its commitment to high-quality, personalized care. Residents of Masonicare at Greenridge Place will benefit from the organization’s holistic approach, including integrated healthcare services, memory care, and wellness programs.”

“Masonicare is thrilled to welcome United Methodist Homes and Greenridge Place to our family,” said Jon-Paul Venoit, president and CEO of Masonicare. “By uniting under the Masonicare name, we strengthen our commitment to accessible, high-quality care for Connecticut seniors, leveraging the combined resources and expertise of two mission-driven organizations.”

Ann Collette, chief of strategy for Masonicare, said Thursday that Lawlor has transitioned to the role of chief financial officer at Masonicare and that he continues to serve as president of The Long Hill Company, “a multi-service consulting firm specializing in the senior care industry.”

“Over the next few months, the organization will be assessing roles and responsibilities as the merger will bring opportunity for growth and advancement for employees across the organization,” Collette said.

Masonicare said its services range from independent and assisted living and memory care to skilled nursing, rehabilitation, senior behavioral health, medical and non-medical home health care, hospice, and palliative care.

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