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Masonic Homes Kentucky Receives Statewide Recognitions
Masonic Home Shelbyville Wins 2021 Best of Kentucky Award

Louisville, KY (Dec. 7, 2021) – In November, Masonic Homes Kentucky received quality awards from two statewide professional organizations.

The Kentucky Association of Health Care Facilities/Kentucky Center for Assisted Living (KAHCF/KCAL) honored the top long-term care facilities in Kentucky at their Quality Awards banquet. Masonic Home Shelbyville was honored to be a part of this elite group. The Best of Kentucky – Nursing and Rehabilitation honorees were selected based on Centers for Medicare and Medicaid 5-Star Quality Rating System of four or higher, and satisfaction surveys of residents and families.

“Masonic Home Shelbyville is a pillar in the community and we are so proud that they are continually recognized for providing outstanding care to our residents and patients,” said J Scott Judy, chief executive officer, Masonic Homes Kentucky. “Our employees are resilient and dedicated and this honor speaks to their commitment to those we care for, as well as, the community.”

Senior Vice President of Risk Management Conjuna Collier was honored as a 2021 KAHCF Quality Award winner. With more than 34 years of experience in the long-term care industry, Collier has been a part of Masonic for six years. In addition, Masonic Home Louisville employees, Leslie Mack, resident assessment instruments coordinator received the Professional Achievement Award in Nursing Care and Brian Grimes, certified nursing assistant, was honored with the Professional Achievement Award in Caregiving.

LeadingAge Kentucky, who represents more than 5,000 nonprofit aging services providers and other mission-minded organizations, recognized the following Masonic employees at their annual awards.

• Shavon Sacra, activities director, Masonic Home Shelbyville, Life Enrichment award
• Lisa Vitt, medical supplies supervisor, Masonic Home Louisville, Caring Heart award
• Brian Grimes, CNA, Masonic Home Louisville, Caring Hands award

About Masonic Homes Kentucky

Founded in 1867, Masonic Homes Kentucky’s aging care services include independent living, assisted living, personal care, rehabilitation therapies, memory care, skilled nursing care, home care, dialysis, medical clinic and child development. Its campuses are located in Louisville, Shelbyville and Northern Kentucky. For more information, visit www.masonichomesky.com.

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December 17, 2021