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About Us

Our Story Begins with a Neighbor in Need

In 2005, Lynn helped her 85-year-old neighbor Craig return home after a fall left him in a facility where he declined rapidly. With community support, Craig spent his final days in comfort and dignity. That experience planted a seed.

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Years later, Lynn’s close friends Jan and Elsy faced similar challenges. Elsy, diagnosed with Parkinson’s, needed full-time care—but traditional care homes felt cold and isolating. Inspired by a friend’s success in a small, home-like setting, Lynn and Jan envisioned something better. When they found the perfect house at 13 Longview Drive, the dream began to take shape.

Today, we are proud to offer a place where elders receive compassionate, professional care—without leaving behind the warmth of home.

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Our Story

" Home. Care. Connection. "

We believe elder care should feel like home—not a hospital.

Our vision is to create intimate, supportive living environments where older adults receive the care they need while staying connected to what they love: family, pets, and community.

It’s about safety—and it’s about dignity, comfort, and the human touch.

Because it takes a village to care for those who cared for us.

Our Values

1

Comfort

We create a warm, welcoming environment where residents feel safe, relaxed, and at home. Every detail, from our living spaces to daily routines, is redesigned to provide physical, emotional, and social comfort.

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Dignity

We honor the individually of each resident, respecting their choices, privacy, and independence. Our care is always compassionate and personalized, ensuring that everyone is treated with the utmost respect and esteem.

3

Commitment

We are dedicated to providing the highest quality of care and support. From our staff to our leadership team, every member or our community is devoted to enhancing the lives of residents and their families through consistent, reliable, and attentive service. 

Our Team

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Lynn Bentley-Managing Director and Co-Administrator. She serves as the Managing Director and Co-Administrator of our assisted living community, bringing extensive experience in business development and management. Throughout her  career, she has driven organizational growth, implemented innovative strategies, and build high-performing teams that deliver excellence at every aspect of operations.

A compassionate and visionary leader, Lynn is dedicated to fostering a culture centered on resident care, staff development, and operational excellence. She ensures that every decision enhances the quality of life for residents while creating a supportive, collaborative environment for employees.

Under her leadership, our community thrives as a welcoming, safe, and nurturing home where residents feel valued, respected, and fully supported. Lynn's combination of strategic insight, hands-on management, and genuine empathy makes her an inspiring leader and a trusted advocate for both residents and staff.

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Jan - a former Bank of America international operations officer.

Elsy - an operating room nurse

Jan and Elsy Swanberg are seasoned real estate investors with a track record of turning properties into high-performing, livable spaces.

 

Originally from Sweden, they built a successful real estate portfolio in California—spanning single-family homes, multifamily units, and commercial properties—by combining Jan’s financial expertise with Elsy’s design and renovation skills.

After Elsy was diagnosed with Parkinson’s, their focus shifted to elder care. Seeing the need for dignified, home-like environments, they launched a new kind of care home—where real estate fundamentals meet purpose-driven impact.

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Mayra Ortega-Certified Nurse Assistant, serves as the Care Manager for our assisted living community. She brings over two years of experienced from Watsonville Community Hospital and knows for her exceptional work ethic and dedication to resident-centered care.

As a Certified Nurse Assistant and soon-to-be licensed RCFE Administrator. Mayra oversees daily care coordination, ensuring that every resident receives personalized support in a safe, comfortable, and welcoming environment.

Her approach blends professionalism with genuine warmth, creating a supportive atmosphere where residents are valued, respected, and encouraged to live with dignity, comfort, and independence. Mayra's experience, dedication, and leadership make her an invaluable part of our team and a trusted advocate for our residents. 

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