February 26th, 2025

Alex Schuster, President of Wingate Living, Senior Living Company, has been inducted into the Hall of Honor in the McKnight’s Women of Distinction awards, a joint program of McKnight’s Long-Term Care News, McKnight’s Senior Living and McKnight’s Home Care.

The program, in its seventh year, recognizes women who have made significant contributions or show exceptional commitment to the senior living, skilled nursing or home care fields. Rising Stars are women who are younger than 40 or who have worked fewer than 15 years in the industry. Other honorees working directly for long-term care providers also will also be recognized in the following categories: Hall of Honor, Veteran VIP and Spirit Award. Additionally, the Commercial Excellence Award will recognize women working at vendor companies that provide products or services to senior living, skilled nursing or home care providers.

“I am truly humbled and honored to receive the McKnight’s Women of Distinction Rising Star Award,” states Schuster. “To me, this award reflects not just my personal journey, but the legacy of passion and dedication that runs throughout the Wingate Living communities. Growing up in the industry, I have been shaped by the values instilled by my family – from the importance of leadership and hard work to the lessons learned through the meaningful relationships with residents. I am grateful for this recognition as we remain committed to enhancing programming, innovation, and care for our residents.”

Nominations were judged by an external panel of industry experts. All winners will be honored at our in-person celebration on May 13 in Chicago.

To see the full list of inductees, and for more information about the program and to register for the events, visit www.mcknightswomenofdistinction.com.

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