Creating Home, Extending Family
About Kirkhaven
Compassionate, Person-Centered Care.
Kirkhaven is, first and foremost, a place where people live. By embracing a philosophy of person-centered care, our assisted living and senior care community empowers individuals to direct the decisions that affect their day-to-day activities. We strive to create whole, home-like environments where residents can retain flexibility, spontaneity, and connection within the community.
- Respecting and valuing the individual as a full member of society.
- Providing individualized emotional and physical spaces for care that are in tune with people’s changing needs.
- Understanding the perspective of the person in all care and activities.
- Providing supportive opportunities for social engagement to help people live their life and experience well-being.
Are you interested in learning more about Kirkhaven & getting started with the admissions process?
Call 585-461-1991 ext 3010
Mission, Vision, Values
Our Mission:
Our Mission at Kirkhaven is to provide seniors in our care with an array of exceptional, specialized services that promote meaningful living experiences in a safe and comforting environment.
Our Vision:
We work every day with compassionate professionalism to create an environment where residents can share a lifetime of experiences and safely participate in a community that empowers them to embrace living with assurance and dignity.
Compassionate Service.
We put seniors first and provide compassionate care with the utmost professionalism, keeping seniors at the center of all that we do, and working to the best of our ability to exceed expectations.
Respect.
We treat everyone with respect, celebrate each person’s unique gifts, and value the diversity of those around us.
Teamwork.
Every resident, every staff member, and every volunteer adds value to the environment and experience at Kirkhaven. We treat each other with kindness and work together toward a common mission.
Positivity.
We lift each other up, listen actively, extend forgiveness, and positively support each other so that everyone can achieve success in their lives.
Innovation.
We embrace continuous improvement. We seek opportunities to learn, grow, share, and be creative. We take calculated risks to ensure the best positive outcomes for our seniors and our staff.
For more information or to schedule a tour, reach out today to get started!
Leadership Team
Anne R. Gallese
Chief Executive Officer/Administrator
585-461-1991 ext. 3020
agallese@kirkhaven.com
Michele A. Cone, RN, BSN, LNHA
Chief Operating Officer
585-461-1991 ext. 3155
mcone@kirkhaven.com
Alexandra Lawler
Vice President of Human Resources and Compliance
585-461-1991 ext. 3087
alawler@kirkhaven.com
Kelley Cruise-Sheils
Admissions Director
585-461-1991 ext. 3010
khadmissions@kirkhaven.com
Valerie King Hoak
Director of Marketing and Development
585-461-1991 ext. 3018
vhoak@kirkhaven.com
Scott Maar
Controller
585-461-1991 ext. 3012
smaar@kirkhaven.com
Stephen Ryan, MD
585-461-1991
Anne R. Gallese
President and Chief Executive Officer
585-461-1991 ext. 3020
agallese@kirkhaven.com
Michele A. Cone, RN, BSN, LNHA
Chief Operating Officer/Administrator
585-461-1991 ext. 3155
mcone@kirkhaven.com
Alexandra Lawler
Vice President, Human Resources and Compliance
585-461-1991 ext. 3087
alawler@kirkhaven.com
Alexandra Lawler
Vice President of Human Resources and Compliance
585-461-1991 ext. 3087
alawler@kirkhaven.com
Kelley Cruise-Sheils
Admissions Coordinator
585-461-1991 ext. 3010
khadmissions@kirkhaven.com
Valerie King Hoak
Vice President, Community Engagement
585-461-1991 ext. 3018
vhoak@kirkhaven.com
Scott Maar
Controller
585-461-1991 ext. 3012
smaar@kirkhaven.com
Board of Directors
Officers
- Chair Leticia Fornataro, AIA
- Vice Chair Mark Muthig
- Treasurer Mary-Joy Lipari, CSA
- Secretary Desirae Davis
Members
- James Beikirch, BPS, CDE
- Terry Cotton
- Duane Girdner
- Elaine Hiscock
- Matt Minisce
- Richard Potts
Questions about how to apply? Ready to begin the admissions process?
Call 585-461-1991 ext 3010
Admissions
Request
Request a PRI (Patient Review Instrument) and Screen to be completed by a local nursing agency or hospital social worker and sent to Kirkhaven by fax (585-461-9160) or email.
Complete
Complete an Application Form. Our financial worksheet is very straightforward and we do not require any additional documentation.
Submit
Have the applicant’s primary care physician submit medical information by fax (585-461-9160) or email. A Release of Health Information Form can be filled out by the applicant, the applicant’s provider, or facility to enable Kirkhaven to obtain the pertinent medical records.
Every person’s medical needs are different. Once we receive all of the required forms, the application will be reviewed by our care team to determine if Kirkhaven can meet the applicant’s unique needs.
Print and fax applications to 585-461-9160, email khadmissions@kirkhaven.com, or mail to the following address:
254 Alexander St
Rochester, NY 14607
Contact Kelley in Admissions to schedule a tour of Kirkhaven.
Emergency Preparedness
The health and safety of our residents, rehab patients, and staff is our top priority. If you cannot find the information you are looking for below, we welcome you to submit questions regarding our COVID-19 emergency management plan to covid19info@kirkhaven.com.
Kirkhaven in the News
Kirkhaven Administers Booster Vaccines for Residents and Staff
December 1, 2021. Ally Peters from WROC TV 8 spoke with Kirkhaven's Director of Nursing, Mark Irwin about access to Covid Booster Vaccines.
Rochester Girl Scouts Troop Creates Art for Local Nursing Home
August 24, 2020 Spectrum News reports on how a local Girl Scout troop is using artwork to spread cheer to residents at Kirkhaven.
Media Inquiries
Valerie King Hoak
585-461-1991 ext. 3018
vhoak@kirkhaven.com
