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About Us

Welcome To Highlands Senior Living!

We're dedicated to offering dignified living in happy, healthy, and highly affordable communities. We believe that every individual deserves to live with purpose, respect, and joy, and we're committed to delivering exceptional care and services that uphold the dignity of our senior residents.

In our vibrant communities, happiness thrives through individualized fun daily activities, entertainment focused on our residents, and celebrating life's precious moments. Delicious meals and snacks, prepared fresh daily, bring joy to our residents' lives. We also love taking our residents on exciting field trips for dining, shopping, and even occasional fishing trips, ensuring they stay connected to their passions and interests. Our events feature music, entertainers, and hosts, ensuring there's always something to look forward to. And, we make the most of special occasions with festive holiday celebrations and traditional meals, creating unforgettable experiences with family and friends.

Our commitment to health and wellness is evident in our resident-centered care, dietician-approved nutrition, and advanced health monitoring systems, including blood glucose, blood pressure, and oximeter monitoring. For added peace of mind, our facilities are staffed 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, ensuring help is always within reach. eCall pendants are also available in our larger communities, providing an extra layer of support.

At Highlands Senior Living, we offer highly affordable, all-inclusive communities that provide great value for your money. Our spacious apartments, including studio, private, and semi-private units, feature living areas and private baths. But that's not all - our communities also boast spacious and well-kept community areas where residents can gather, enjoy activities, and cherish each other's company. From warm and inviting lounges to vibrant activity spaces, there's always a place to connect and thrive.

We take pride in creating cozy environments where each resident receives individual attention, support, and respect, fostering independence and dignity. Our staff is dedicated to caring for our senior residents as if they were their own family and loved ones. Join us at Highlands Senior Living, where happy, healthy, and highly affordable come together in perfect harmony.

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Our Team

The regional and corporate team supporting every Highlands community.

Liz Alexander

Liz Alexander

Regional Director - NC and SC

Regional Operations Director for NC and SC Facilities

Keith Galas

Keith Galas

Regional Marketing Director, SE Region

Keith’s career in senior care spans more than 26 years, shaped by a genuine passion for supporting older adults and their families. His experience stretches across Independent Living, Assisted Living, Homecare, and Memory Care, giving him a well-rounded understanding of what makes a community truly feel like home.
For 19 years, he served as an Executive Director, leading with compassion and consistency. His success eventually led him into a Regional Operations and Sales role, where he supported six communities that maintained 90%+ occupancy and achieved Deficiency Free Ratings—milestones that reflect both strong leadership and exceptional care.

A Certified Dementia Practitioner (CDP) and Amazon bestselling author of a guide for families navigating Parental Dementia, Keith combines expertise with empathy in everything he does.

Today, as our Regional Sales Director, he continues his commitment to helping families find the support, guidance, and peace of mind they deserve.

Janice Hunt

Janice Hunt

Senior Living Advisor

With more than 32 years in senior living, Janice has devoted her career to creating meaningful experiences for residents and supporting the teams who care for them. Her administrative roles over the years have shaped her into a compassionate and dependable leader who brings warmth and consistency to every community she serves.
Known for her creativity and attention to detail, Janice has planned numerous events and staff retreats that foster joy, connection, and renewal. Her background in banking strengthened her organizational skills, while her volunteer work in counseling and event planning deepened her natural ability to support others with empathy.
Today, Janice brings her heart, experience, and dedication together in her role as a Level II Senior Living Administrator, ensuring every resident and staff member feels valued and at home.

Joy Hope

Business Office Director

Played Various Roles In The Senior Living Industry Over The Last Twenty Years As Executive Director, Sales Director Etc. Currently Responsible For All Aspects Of The Business Office.

Steve Brooks

Steve Brooks

Information Technology Director

Steve is an Information Technology professional with extensive experience Implementing and supporting a wide range of IT systems. With a commitment to meeting the organization's IT needs, Steve ensures seamless support and efficient operations.

Marrissa Rampley

Marrissa Rampley

Digital Marketing Director

As the Digital Marketing Director, Marrissa is passionate about creating meaningful connections between the community, residents, and the families they serve. She oversees all digital communication, including social media, online advertising, branding, and content strategy, ensuring the organization’s message remains clear, consistent, and engaging across every platform. Her focus is on using creative storytelling and data-driven strategies to highlight the heart of the organization—its residents, staff, and the exceptional care they provide.
Marrissa has always had a love for creativity and design, and her career journey allowed her to blend that passion with a deep commitment to caring for others. Her path into healthcare began while caring for her granny, an experience that inspired her to pursue nursing and complete her LPN program. While nursing remains close to her heart, she discovered that her greatest impact comes from combining her creative strengths with her healthcare background to tell stories that educate, inspire, and connect.
Outside of work, Marrissa is a proud mother of two and has been with her high school sweetheart for 14 years, married for 10. Today, she is grateful to bring both her creative passion and heart for senior care together at Highlands, where she shares the stories that reflect the compassion, dedication, and care found within each community.

Walter Grimes

Walter Grimes

Regional Maintenance Director

He leads regional maintenance operations with a focus on safety, consistency, and long-term reliability. By supporting on-site maintenance teams, overseeing major repairs, and developing improvement plans, he ensures every community operates efficiently and exceeds regulatory standards. His leadership strengthens the overall performance of each property under his care.