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Center for Excellence in Assisted Living

Center for Excellence in Assisted Living CEAL@UNC

Advancing the well-being of the people who live and work in assisted living through research, practice, and policy.

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CEAL@UNC Vision, Mission, and Principles

Vision
All people have access to person-centered assisted living options in which to live, age, visit, and work with dignity

Mission
Advance the well-being of the people who live and work in assisted living through research, practice, and policy  

Guiding Principles
Assisted living communities in which people want to live, age, visit, and work …

  • Are person-centered, consumer driven, and actively engaged with the community at large
  • Foster the professionalism of their workforce through education, training, and sharing of best practices, and provide competitive wages and benefits that reflect the local market area
  • Advance programs and policies based on evidence and best practices
  • Provide access to high quality assisted living for all individuals regardless of race, ethnicity, income, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, and other differences
  • Are licensed and operate in accordance with all applicable laws and regulations
  • Operate in a responsible, ethical, and professional manner

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CEAL@UNC
325 Pittsboro Street
Chapel Hill, NC 27599-3550
Email: CEAL@office.unc.edu
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