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THE CHURCH HOME OF THE PROTESTANT EPISCOPAL CHURCH IN ROCHESTER

ROCHESTER, NY · EIN 160743962 · Form 990 · FY2024 · NTEE E910 · Health Care · Large ($10M-$50M) · episcopalseniorlife.org
revenue
$26.0M
expenses
$23.5M
net assets
$8.6M
employees
394
volunteers
30
program ratio
87%
mission · from form 990

EPISCOPAL SENIORLIFE COMMUNITIES IS A FAITH-BASED, NONPROFIT ORGANIZATION DEDICATED TO UNDERSTANDING INDIVIDUAL AND COMMUNITY NEEDS, AND RESPONDING. WE SUPPORT SENIORS AND THEIR FAMILIES THROUGH LIFE'S TRANSITIONS, AND HONOR EACH INDIVIDUAL'S UNIQUE DESIRES, BELIEFS, AND VALUES THUS FULFILLING OUR PLEDGE OF... LIFE. INSPIRED EVERY DAY.

profile · synthesized from sources

Episcopal SeniorLife Communities (ESLC) is a faith-based, nonprofit organization providing a full continuum of senior care and housing services in Rochester, NY. The organization supports older adults through independent living, assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing, and rehabilitation services. It also offers community programs focused on wellness, service coordination, and supportive housing for low-income seniors.

irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2024

What they reported doing

  1. #1 primary $722K
    SERVICE COORDINATION THROUGH THE NURSING HOME TRANSITION DIVERSION AND TRAUMATIC BRAIN INJURY MEDICAID WAIVER PROGRAMS. THE ORGANIZATION SERVED APPROXIMATELY 182 INDIVIDUALS.
named programs · 8 · from sources

What they call their work

Assisted Living
24-hour personal care support, meals, housekeeping, and transportation services at three ESLC communities
Empire State Supportive Housing Initiative (ESSHI)
Provides stable housing and rental assistance for Medicaid-eligible seniors needing support services to live independently
Independent Living
Maintenance-free senior housing with community amenities, social activities, and access to supportive services for active older adults
Memory Care
Specialized care for individuals with Alzheimer’s or dementia, featuring trained staff, secure environments, and structured programming
Neighborhood Programs
Community wellness programs open to all local seniors, offered at eight campuses with educational and social activities
Service Coordination
Connects clients with in-home supports and services through Medicaid waiver programs, including Nursing Home Transition Diversion and Traumatic Brain Injury waivers
Skilled Nursing Care
24-hour medical oversight and assistance with daily living activities at the Episcopal Church Home
Transitional Care & Rehab
Rehabilitation services including physical, occupational, and speech therapy for recovery from surgery, illness, or injury
activities · 7 groups

What they do

  • Medicaid Health Home Care Coordination 1 activity
    • Coordinates in-home and community-based service support
      Provides service coordination and in-home support through the Nursing Home Transition Diversion and Traumatic Brain Injury Medicaid Waiver Programs, serving approximately 108–182 individuals annually to promote independence, health, and community integration.
  • Caregiver Support for Dementia and Aging 1 activity
    • Delivers specialized memory care and dementia support
      Operates a secure, structured memory care program for individuals with Alzheimer's disease or dementia, staffed by trained professionals and offering tailored programming to support cognitive and emotional well-being.
  • Volunteer Engagement and Capacity Support 1 activity
    • Facilitates resident engagement and volunteer programs
      Supports resident-led councils, volunteer initiatives, and intergenerational activities such as knitting groups that contribute to community well-being, including donation of baby bonnets to local hospitals, with thousands of volunteer hours contributed annually across nine campuses.
  • Community Fitness and Aquatics Programming 1 activity
    • Offers wellness, fitness, and recreational programming for residents
      Provides on-site fitness facilities including a pool and fitness center, along with exercise classes such as aerobics, yoga, and weight training, and organizes cultural events, day trips, shopping excursions, and educational programs to support physical, intellectual, and social engagement.
  • Continuing Care Retirement Communities 1 activity
    • Provides a full continuum of senior living and care services
      Operates independent living, assisted living, skilled nursing, memory care, and hospice services for older adults across multiple campuses in Rochester, NY. Offers 24/7 assisted living and skilled nursing care for individuals with chronic health conditions or requiring medical oversight.
  • Short-Term Rehabilitation Therapy 1 activity
    • Provides rehabilitation and transitional care services
      Offers transitional care and rehabilitation programs delivered by licensed therapists and medical professionals for seniors recovering from surgery, illness, or falls, supporting recovery and reintegration into community living.
  • Low-Income Senior Housing Operations 1 activity
    • Supports independent living with housing, rental assistance, and in-home services
      Provides affordable, maintenance-free independent living options and rental assistance for Medicaid-eligible seniors, along with access to in-home support services coordinated through public funding and waiver programs to promote independence and community integration.
financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$26.05M
Contributions & grants$2.50M10%
Program service revenue$22.69M87%
Investment income$561K2%
Other revenue$301K
expenses
Total expenses$23.47M
Program expenses87%
Admin / overhead13%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$15.17M
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$14.40M
Cash$37K
Investments$720K
Liabilities$5.78M
Net assets$8.61M
Liquid reserves0.4 mo
3 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue +24.2%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024

Who runs it

paid leadership · 8
NameTitleHours/wkCompensation
LISA J MARCELLO PRESIDENT/CEO 1 $399K
AMANDA M TEUGEMAN SR. VP OF HEALTHCARE 38 $196K
JANELLE E STRATTON NURSE MANAGER 38 $167K
LYLY DELLES DIRECTOR OF NURSING 38 $159K
JESSICA THOMSEN CFO 1 $149K
GWENDOLYN SCOTT LPN 57 $141K
ROBIN NEWCOMB LPN 49 $141K
MARY E TISDALE LPN 53 $132K
board members · 7
  • DR SHERRY RALSTON — SECRETARY/TREASURER THROUGH 5/24
  • F PAUL GREENE — DIRECTOR
  • MARY BERK — VICE-CHAIR
  • MELISSA WENDLAND — CHAIRMAN
  • MICHAEL LEHMAN — DIRECTOR
  • RICHARD YATES — SECRETARY/TREASURER
  • THE REV CANON ROBERT A PICKEN — DIRECTOR
relationships · 9

Who they work with

  • Batavia Veterans Administration Partner — Initial recipient of handmade blankets created by the Beatrice Place knitting group.
  • Episcopal Church Home Partner — Location where skilled nursing care is provided as part of the Episcopal SeniorLife Communities network.
  • Episcopal SeniorLife Communities Network — Operates as part of the Episcopal SeniorLife Communities network.
  • Episcopal SeniorLife Communities Network — Operating name or affiliated network under which The Church Home of the Protestant Episcopal Church in Rochester provides senior living services.
  • Highland Hospital Partner — Recipient of donated baby bonnets made by resident knitting groups at Beatrice Place.
  • Ira Srole Partner — Featured artist in exhibition at My Sister's Gallery
  • Julie Gelfand Partner — Featured artist in exhibition at My Sister's Gallery
  • Steve Piper Partner — Featured artist in exhibition at My Sister's Gallery
  • Zoom Partner — Platform used for hosting volunteer information sessions.
strategies · 5

How they approach the work

Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.

  • Community-Engaged Aging Approach
    methodology: community-engaged_aging
    By designing shared spaces and social activities that foster peer relationships, we promote active and purposeful living because sustained social connection reduces isolation and supports cognitive and emotional health in seniors.
  • Continuum of Care Integration
    methodology: continuum_of_care
    By offering a seamless progression of housing and support services matched to evolving needs, we promote sustained independence and community integration because continuity reduces disruption during aging transitions.
  • Holistic Needs Integration
    methodology: holistic_senior_care
    By integrating housing with services that address physical, emotional, and spiritual needs, we support comprehensive well-being because a multidimensional approach ensures no aspect of health is overlooked in senior care.
  • Peer-Powered Skill Sharing
    methodology: peer-powered_learning
    By enabling residents to teach and learn from one another, we sustain engagement in lifelong activities because peer-led instruction fosters autonomy, mutual respect, and lasting interest.
  • Person-Centered Care Model
    methodology: person-centered_care
    By aligning care with individual desires, beliefs, and values, we support meaningful life transitions and sustained well-being because honoring personal identity increases engagement and emotional resilience in older adults.