Covenant Living Names Baltimore Chief Operating Officer

October 21, 2024

SKOKIE, IL — Covenant Living Communities and Services, a nonprofit, faith-based senior living organization headquartered in this Chicago suburb, has announced in a press release the addition of Darrell Baltimore as Chief Operating Officer. In his new role, Baltimore works closely with executive leadership at Covenant Living and with top leadership at each of the organization’s 20 communities across the country guiding operations such as dining services, facilities management, resident life, skilled nursing, assisted living and memory support.

“Darrell’s strategic vision and collaborative approach will be instrumental in guiding our organization through the evolving dynamics within the field of senior living,” said David Erickson, Covenant Living president/CEO. “His senior living experience will direct our operations at our communities to even greater levels of success.”

“A big focus for me will be on the resident experience at our communities to ensure we maintain operational excellence and the highest standard of care in everything we do,” said Baltimore. “My approach to enhancing the resident experience will be through collaboration with my colleagues and ensuring there is empowerment, trust, and respect at all levels. I am thrilled to join Covenant Living and will spend time learning how we all can work our way toward next level community operations.”

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Baltimore brings a deep understanding of senior living with more than 25 years of experience in the field of senior housing and dining operations. He most recently served as a senior leader at Vi Senior Living.

Covenant Living Communities and Services, a nonprofit senior services provider serving nearly 6,000 residents at 20 retirement communities in 11 states, offers independent living, assisted living, skilled nursing, memory care, and rehabilitation. Through its LifeConnect, a whole person wellness model, residents can access resources and opportunities designed to enrich the mind, body, and spirit and complement each person’s unique journey. Covenant Living is a ministry of the Evangelical Covenant Church and has been serving seniors since 1886.