An expansion is leading to further growth at
Burcham Hills retirement community in
East Lansing. After a renovation to their rehab area, which added 20 private suites, an increase in occupancy has the nonprofit hiring several new staff members.
“We’re very proud of our private rehab suites,” says Joan Holda, director of human resources for Burcham Hills. “People who come here for therapy will feel that they are in an environment temporary therapy, not long term care.”
Approximately 20 jobs have been created by the facility’s growth, including nurses and certified nursing assistants, among others. According to Holda, the goal of the renovations to the rehab area was to offer more private suites, as opposed to rooms shared by multiple occupants.
“We didn’t change the number of beds, but it really impacted our census,” says Holda. “Most people would really prefer a private suite, and their families can come in and stay with them if they would like to. We’ve done a lot of things that make it comfortable for them.”
Holda expects Burcham Hills will only continue to grow and change, as the industry itself is ever evolving.
“We really want to continue to improve our culture, continue to strive toward having the highest standards,” Holda says. “In this industry, you can’t just sit still; you have to continue to improve and continue to meet the needs of the market.”
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