Senior Resource Group Promotes Dillon to VP of Memory Care
February 14, 2025
SOLANA BEACH, CA — Senior Resource Group, a developer and operator of luxury senior living communities, has announced in a press release the promotion of Melissa Dillon to vice president of memory care.
This promotion follows Dillon’s recent recognition in the inaugural class of the 2024 Memory Care Innovation Awards, presented by WTWH Media. The award recognized high-performing individuals driving innovation who put their vision into action to enhance the lives of older adults living with memory-related disorders while supporting the professionals who care for them.
Since joining SRG in 2022 as corporate director of memory care, Dillon has revitalized the Enliven Program, which offers creative and engaging experiences that prioritize the wellbeing of each resident in memory care, and she has launched and expanded the Club Program, which is designed exclusively for assisted-living residents with mild memory loss.
“Melissa’s dedication to advancing dementia care and her innovative approach to memory care programming has significantly enhanced the lives of our residents,” said Sara Padilla, RN, VP of Health Services. “Known affectionately as our in-house ‘Dementia Nerd,’ her passion and expertise continue to elevate our standard of care.”
Dillon has also spearheaded the development and launch of SRG’s branded TIPS training program, delivering comprehensive in-person training sessions to all Enliven teams. She brings over 15 years of senior care experience to her new role, along with three certifications through Teepa Snow’s Positive Approach to Care program. Her work includes partnering with TheKey to implement specialized in-home dementia care services and introducing the TimeSlips storytelling method to enhance resident engagement.
“My commitment has always been to create practical, love-centered approaches to memory care that unite our entire team in providing exceptional service,” said Dillon. “This promotion represents an opportunity to further expand and enhance our programs, ensuring that every resident receives the highest quality of personalized care.”
Headquartered in San Diego, California, Senior Resource Group owns, develops, and operates independent living, assisted living, and memory care communities across the United States since 1988. SRG presently owns and operates senior living communities in Arizona, California, Florida, Georgia, Oregon, South Carolina, and Texas.