Acts Retirement-Life Communities (“Acts”), one of the nation’s largest not-for-profit providers of senior living communities and services, announced today that Chief Executive Officer Gerald T. Grant has informed the Board of Directors of his intent to retire at the end of 2026. Mr. Grant will continue to serve as CEO through the conclusion of his term, maintaining full responsibility for the organization’s operations and strategic direction.
The Board of Directors maintains a comprehensive leadership succession plan and will begin the process to identify the organization’s next chief executive. The extended transition timeline of a full year is intended to support an orderly leadership change and ensure continuity across Acts’ operations, strategy, and long-term commitments.
Mr. Grant has been with Acts for almost four decades and has held multiple senior leadership roles during his tenure, including Chief Executive Officer, President, Chief Operating Officer, Executive Vice President, and Chief Financial Officer. During his tenure, Acts has expanded to serve nearly 11,000 residents across 28 communities in nine states and has advanced a range of initiatives related to growth, campus redevelopment, operational excellence, and organizational culture.
“Jerry Grant has played a significant role in the development and evolution of Acts,” said Susan B. Allmond, Chair of the Acts Board of Directors. “The Board appreciates his continued leadership during this transition period and is committed to a thoughtful succession process that positions the organization for continued success.”
Acts’ senior leadership team remains in place, and the organization’s strategy, services, and commitments to residents and other stakeholders will remain unchanged. The Board expects to share updates regarding the succession process at an appropriate time.
Reflecting on his decision and tenured career, Mr. Grant stated, “Serving the Acts organization has been the greatest honor of my career. I am proud of what we have accomplished and confident in Acts’ future.”
Additional information regarding leadership succession and transition planning will be communicated as developments occur.
About Acts Retirement-Life Communities
Acts Retirement-Life Communities is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to
providing high-quality senior living services through Acts-owned and operated
continuing care retirement communities in multiple states. Acts serves nearly 11,000
residents and is nationally recognized for operational excellence, innovation, and
commitment to service.
