VISTA SPRINGS
Assisted Living and Memory Care Community
 WHEREAS, according to the U.S. Census Bureau, the number of individuals in the U.S. between the ages of 65 and 84 will increase by nearly 40 percent between 2010 and 2020, while the population over age 85 will increase by nearly 20 percent. This aging of the population will create a large area of unmet demand in the following decade for Assisted Living Facilities; and
WHEREAS, the City of Macedonia, Ohio has an estimated 15 percent of its population that is aged 65 and older.  In Summit County, the senior population is 16 percent, just above the 15 percent average for the state of Ohio. Research studies of best practices and planning for housing scenarios have shown that Assisted Living Facilities provide a more appropriate level of care, save Medicare costs, and provide superior quality of life for people who would otherwise live in skilled-nursing facilities; and
WHEREAS, on November 12, 2015, Vista Springs celebrated the official opening of its newly constructed 102,000 square foot, resort style, assisted living and memory care community in Macedonia at 8400 South Bedford Road. Vista Springs will provide compassionate assisted living and memory care services for Western Reserve area seniors and families in a beautifully designed and highly innovative setting; and
WHEREAS, the Macedonia location is the first to open in Ohio for Vista Springs, with multiple Cleveland area locations to break ground by the end of the year. Vista Springs currently operates several forward thinking senior living communities across the state of Michigan; and
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HEREAS, Vista Springs Macedonia will be guided by a mission and philosophy of heart-centered care in a stimulating and vibrant environment.  Seniors and families can choose from 100 large private residences, with one and two bedroom lifestyle options with 30 Memory Care residences in two separate and distinct neighborhoods and 70 Assisted Living residences.
NOW, THEREFORE, be it known by all and declared by the Council of the County of Summit, State of Ohio that: This Council recognizes the challenges families face when caring for an aging loved one and appreciate Vista Springs for creating a unique extension of care and support for our valued elders. We urge all citizens to join in welcoming Vista Springs to Summit County on this 19th day of November in the year 2015.
