Melody Living Wins 2025 Joe Henjum Senior Accolades Award for Exceptional Large Business

At Melody Living Assisted Living, Memory Care, and Independent Living in Colorado Springs, we are thrilled to announce that we have been honored with the 2025 Joe Henjum Senior Accolades Award for Exceptional Large Business!

This prestigious recognition from the Senior Resource Council reflects our unwavering dedication to providing Best-in-Class quality care, cultivating meaningful relationships, and enriching the lives of seniors every single day.

The Joe Henjum Senior Accolades is more than just an award—it’s a community celebration that highlights individuals and organizations who go above and beyond in service to older adults. Named in honor of the late Joe Henjum, a beloved advocate for seniors, the event brings together healthcare professionals, community leaders, and senior care champions from across the Pikes Peak region.

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What the Award Means to Us

Receiving the Exceptional Large Business Award is a powerful affirmation of the heart and soul behind everything we do at Melody Living. It’s a reflection of our incredible team—caregivers, nurses, chefs, life enrichment coordinators, and support staff—who work tirelessly to create an environment where residents feel safe, respected, and connected.

"Receiving the 2025 Joe Henjum Senior Accolades Award was such an incredible honor. Every day, our Melody Living team is committed to delivering Best-in-Class services to our residents, and this recognition by the Senior Resource Council and seniors in the Colorado Springs area recognizes their efforts and execution of this commitment."

Gracie Nebel, Vice President, Residents First, Inc.

This recognition validates our commitment to:

- Person-centered care that supports each resident’s unique needs and preferences

- Social and emotional wellness through robust programming and engaging events

- Strong community partnerships that uplift the senior population throughout Colorado Springs

- Excellence in operations, leadership, and service delivery

We are deeply honored to have been selected by a panel of local seniors who reviewed the nominations. Their endorsement underscores the real-life impact of our mission.

About the Joe Henjum Senior Accolades

Hosted annually by the Senior Resource Council, the Joe Henjum Senior Accolades celebrate outstanding service to the senior community in five categories:

- Professional

- Volunteer

- Veteran

- Small Business/Nonprofit

- Large Business/Nonprofit

The event began as “Honoring the Ages” in the 1990s and was renamed in 2010 in memory of its founder, Joe Henjum, a tireless advocate for seniors and beloved member of the Colorado Springs community. Each year, nominees are evaluated by a panel of local seniors, making the award especially meaningful to recipients.

What Sets Melody Living Apart

This award is a celebration of our values and the way we live them every day:

- Our assisted living neighborhood is designed to foster independence while offering support when it’s needed most.

- Our staff is known for their compassion, attentiveness, and dedication, creating a warm and welcoming environment for all.

- We offer engaging daily activities, restaurant-style dining, beautiful accommodations, and an unmatched focus on holistic wellness.

- Events like our Effective Communication Strategies for Dementia workshop provide added value for both residents and their families, offering guidance and education on navigating cognitive changes with compassion.

A Culture of Care and Connection

At Melody Living, kindness isn’t just part of our culture—it defines us. Our award-winning team does more than provide care; they build relationships that uplift residents every single day. From sharing a laugh over morning coffee to celebrating personal milestones together, these moments are what transform Melody Living from a community into a family.

We actively encourage families to participate in resident life, whether by attending events, enjoying meals together, or simply being present. This deepens the emotional support network and ensures that residents continue to feel connected to the people who matter most.

Come Experience Award-Winning Assisted Living for Yourself

At Melody Living Assisted Living in Colorado Springs, we don’t just provide Best-in-Class quality care—we create community. Our recent recognition as the 2025 Joe Henjum Senior Accolades Exceptional Large Business recipient is a testament to the compassionate culture we’ve built—and continue to grow.

Call us at (719) 960-4005 or schedule your private tour today to explore our vibrant lifestyle and personalized care options. Your Best Life Begins Here.

Let us show you how we turn everyday moments into something truly meaningful—because belonging is the heart of everything we do.