The Future Leaders Awards program, in collaboration with PointClickCare, acknowledges rising stars in the behavioral health, senior housing, skilled nursing, home health, and hospice care sectors who are shaping the future of the industry. Visit https://futureleaders.agingmedia.com/ to see this year’s Future Leaders.
Caitlin Rokavec, connections director at Juniper Communities, has been recognized as a 2024 Future Leader by Hospice News.
Nominees for the Future Leaders program are selected by their peers based on being high-performing professionals under the age of 40, committed to putting vision into action, and advocates for seniors and their caretakers.
Rokavec shares insights with Senior Housing News on the importance of creativity and innovation in senior housing, and her enthusiasm for technological advancements in the industry.
What led you to the industry?
Rokavec’s personal experience with loved ones’ care and Juniper Communities’ values drew her to the industry, where she discovered a commitment to enhancing seniors’ quality of life.
What’s the key lesson you’ve learned?
Rokavec highlights the importance of creativity leading to innovation, and the necessity of valuing team members at all levels for a community to thrive.
What change would you make for the future of senior housing?
Rokavec envisions transforming the perception of senior housing into a community that nurtures creativity and inspiration, rather than simply providing care.
What do you see changing in the industry by 2025?
Rokavec anticipates advancements in resident services software that will enhance customer connections and streamline processes.
Describe the future of senior housing in one word.
Empowering.
What quality must Future Leaders embody?
Adaptability.
For more information on the Future Leaders program, visit https://futureleaders.agingmedia.com/.
