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About Us

At Eskaton, we are a reflection of our name,
meaning the "dawn of a new day."

Eskaton is one of the largest non-profit providers of aging services in Northern California and we have been serving older adults in the region for over 55 years. Our organization offers stand-alone independent living, assisted living, and memory care communities, Life Plan Communities (CCRC, Continuing Care Retirement Community), affordable housing communities, home and community-based services, along with an array of education, social programs and resources to empower older adults to live well.

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Vision

Purposeful Living; Connected Communities

A future where adults are integrated into vibrant, supportive communities that enhance healthy aging, purpose and well-being.

Mission

To enhance the lives of older adults through innovative wellness, housing and social services.

Values

  • Welcoming: Create a sense of warmth and belonging for all
  • Bring (Y)our Best: Foster excellence in everything we do
  • Empowerment: Step up, take ownership and lead with initiative
  • Growth: Seek consistent improvement, learning and sustainable growth

Meet the Leadership Team

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Sheri Peifer

President & Chief Executive Officer
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Mark Jenkins

Senior Vice President
& Chief Financial Officer
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Tom Garberson

Chief Legal Officer
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Christhannah Luten

Chief People Officer
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Sadek Nassar

Chief Operating Officer
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Phil Altman

Vice President of Operations
& Strategy, Bay Area
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Trish Bayless

Director of Human Resources
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Elizabeth Catron

Vice President of Affordable Housing
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Charles Garcia

Chief Information Officer
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Jennifer Marlette

Executive Director
of Quality Improvement
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Zach Melchiori

Vice President of Sales,
Marketing & Brand Management
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Alicia Rist

Regional Director of Operations, Greater Sacramento
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Erin Scherer

Vice President of Capital Assets
& Strategic Projects
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Dan Seiler

Vice President of Finance

 
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Beth Vandenberg

Senior Executive Assistant

Board of Directors

Maureen Hewitt, Chair 
Mary Muñoz, Vice Chair
Rose Burgis, Resident Representative 
Ginna Baik
Nancy Heffernan
David Lindeman

Sheri Peifer
Mariann Sheldon
H. Rao Unnava
Craig Judson
Larry Garcia, Immediate Past Chair

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