Vision, Mission, Values | Tutera Senior Living Communities

Three older women stand together smiling, embodying the joy of senior living. One wears a light blue jacket, one a teal top, and one an orange sweater; all wear white pants and light shoes.

About us is about you.

It’s your life, and your preferences come first. We will:

Empower you to direct and control your daily living
Encourage your continued personal growth
Enable your healthy-as-possible outcomes

At Tutera Senior Living & Health Care, everything we do begins with you. It’s what we call our YOUNITE philosophy: an approach centered around truly understanding each resident. From the moment you move in, we take the time to learn about your personal history, preferences and goals so we can create an experience that’s thoughtfully tailored to you.

That’s why every Tutera community is built with dedicated team members, thoughtful services, enriching amenities and a culture designed to promote independence and celebrate individuality.

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What we believe

Our vision is to live the YOUNITE philosophy in every decision, every day. YOUNITE is about getting to know our residents and team members on a personal level – using their unique preferences and personalities to guide our actions.

Our values

Integrity

Do the right thing every time

Respect

Treat others as you would like to be treated

Hospitality

Help residents, visitors and team members feel at home

Positivity

Have a “can-do” attitude

Resident
Choice

Resident Choice
Our residents’ wishes matter and should be prioritized when creating their individualized care plans. We show our residents the highest level of respect when we honor their choices.

Community
Involvement

Community Involvement
Partnering with local organizations provides our communities with strong relationships. We spread positivity and can make an impact through growing new and existing relationships.

Team Member
Appreciation

Team Member Appreciation
When we operate with integrity, we place value on honoring those who do the right thing. We believe in motivating our team members through creating a positive culture where they feel empowered.

Home
Environment

Homelike Environment
Hospitality starts with creating a safe and comfortable environment that speaks to the comforts of home. We achieve this by adapting areas in our communities to provide a familiar sense of warmth.

Dining
Experience

Dining Experience
Creating enjoyable, fun mealtimes for our residents with focus on nutritional goals allows us to provide the best experience for their health and well-being.

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About Tutera

Tutera Senior Living & Health Care is a locally owned senior care provider with 106 communities across 11 states. Founded in 1985 by Dr. Dominic “Doc” Tutera, a physician devoted to compassionate care, Tutera was built on values like integrity, respect, hospitality and positivity. Those values still guide us today. From independent and assisted living to rehab, memory care and skilled nursing, our expert teams are dedicated to honoring each resident’s individuality and supporting their well-being.

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