Cedar Community Certified a Great Place to Work After 100% Staff Survey
Cedar Community in West Bend, Wisconsin, has officially received the Great Place to Work certification following a rigorous evaluation of its workplace culture. The announcement made on May 5, 2026, confirms the senior living community’s commitment to creating a positive environment for its entire team.
In a groundbreaking move, Cedar Community surveyed 100 percent of its team members to assess workplace sentiment. The intensive certification process, conducted by the Great Place to Work Institute and its senior care partner Activated Insights, examined over 60 factors that shape employees’ daily experience. These include pride in community impact, belief in the importance of their work, and the meaningfulness of their roles.
Recognition Highlights Team Dedication and Trust
Tracy Blaubach, Vice President of Human Resources at Cedar Community, emphasized the significance of this certification. She stated,
“Cedar Community is proud to be recognized for being a great place to work. Our team consistently strives to provide exceptional care for residents, and this recognition strongly validates their dedication to maintaining the highest standards.”
Dr. Jacquelyn Kung of Activated Insights applauded the community’s transparent approach:
“We applaud Cedar Community for seeking certification and publicly sharing its team members’ feedback. These ratings measure its capacity to earn its own employees’ trust and create a great workplace for high performance.”
Why This Matters for Senior Care and Beyond
This recognition comes at a critical time as senior care communities nationwide compete to attract and retain skilled staff. With rising demand for quality care in aging services, workplaces like Cedar Community set a new standard by addressing employee trust and engagement directly.
Located in Washington County, Cedar Community serves adults aged 55 and better with a comprehensive range of services including independent living, assisted living, rehabilitation, skilled nursing, memory care, home health, and hospice. Its faith-based mission and natural surroundings contribute to a purposeful lifestyle for residents and a fulfilling workplace for staff.
Looking Ahead: Sustaining a Great Workplace Culture
The certification positions Cedar Community among a select group recognized nationally for outstanding workplace culture in aging services. Through ongoing engagement and transparent feedback, the community aims to maintain and improve these high standards in real time.
For readers in South Carolina and across the country, Cedar Community’s achievement highlights the growing importance of employee satisfaction in senior care—a sector increasingly vital as America’s population ages rapidly.
Stay tuned for updates on other regional seniors’ communities adopting similar employee-first initiatives, transforming not only care standards but the economic future of this booming industry.
