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Chief Executive Officer & Founder

Lisa Brush

Over her career, she has been directly involved with ground-up development and has managed many large portfolios in both the private and public sectors. Moreover, Lisa is a passionate businesswoman who defines success with a strong track record of unparalleled leadership.
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Ms. Brush has built her industry expertise by succeeding in the following positions: Chief Executive Officer for The Steeves and Rozema Group of Companies (S&R), Vice President of Operations for Sunrise Senior Living Inc, EVP and Chief Operating Officer of Sunrise REIT and SVP of Senior Housing Operations and Development for Ventas Inc (NYSE: VTR).
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There are two things in this world Lisa cannot live without, her kids and her dog….maybe three the Ocean. Lisa is also a mother to Louis Brush, our Chief Canine Officer and loves to travel with him wherever she goes.
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Lisa is an avid scuba diver and PADI Instructor, that loves the ocean for its peace and tranquility….keeping us in this Moment!

Chief Financial Officer

Nick Hogan, CPA, CA

As Chief Financial Officer, Nick is responsible for corporate finance, including accounting, budgeting, and audit.

In addition to finance, Nick oversees the IT function and risk mitigation strategies. Nick is a passionate leader focused on serving the needs of the customer, his team members and company partners.
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Nick joins Symphony Senior Living Inc having experience in a diverse set of industries with a focus on driving a great customer experience. Prior to joining the company, he held controllership positions at Modern Niagara and Thales where he was responsible for the finance function.
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Before becoming a professional accountant Nick spent a decade as an entrepreneur focused on driving quality products and a great customer experience. Nick graduated from the University of Ottawa with a Bachelor of Commerce (Honours), Specializing in Accounting.
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In his free time he enjoys cycling, skiing, and spending time with his wife, two young boys and their dog.

Regional Director of Sales and Marketing

Jocelynne Ramakrishnan

Jocelynne is a graduate from The University of Guelph-Humber in Toronto, with a Honours Bachelor’s degree and a diploma majoring in media and public relations.
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She has been with Symphony since 2018- first as a community relations coordinator working sales at the property level to now managing Symphony’s sales team and strategizing on marketing initiatives for the company.

Specializing in digital marketing and advertising, Jocelynne works closely with the Vice President of Operations to drive occupancy. Jocelynne also has a passion for videography and photography and often creates content for Symphony.

In her downtime, she enjoys cuddling with her cat, Oliver, and is always planning her next trip as she loves to travel!

15years

Of Excellence in Senior Care

Welcome to Symphony Senior Living

Symphony Senior Living, with a deep commitment to excellence, orchestrates exceptional senior living communities across Canada, offering a harmonious blend of independence, support, and compassionate care.

Our mission is to provide the highest quality living experience for our residents, fostering a vibrant environment where they can thrive. At Symphony Senior Living, we believe in creating a culture of care and connection. Our team is passionate about fostering a sense of belonging and empowering residents to live life to the fullest.

Join our vibrant communities and experience the Symphony difference - a place where you or your loved one can feel truly at home.

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Valuable Experience

With experience in over 25 states, 5 Canadian Provinces and two Caribbean countries, Lisa and her team are well versed in most issues and challenges that affect operators and investors alike. Lisa’s career includes regional and executive level time with S&R Group of companies, Sunrise Senior Living, Ventas REIT and her own Symphony Senior Living.

Expert Guidance

We can guide your organization along a logical path, starting with a preliminary evaluation of the opportunity, to business plan development, to construction / acquisition, operator selection and finally monitoring ongoing operations or we can jump in at any point along the way.

Comprehensive Support

Lisa M Brush, CPA, MBA, is a 30-year veteran of the US and Canadian senior housing sector. With an extensive background in operations, asset management, financing, accounting, and development, she and her team can handle your most challenging needs.

Efficient Leadership

Lisa and the team at Symphony are always available for advisory and consulting engagements where you need assistance with an existing, new or proposed investment. We work quickly and efficiently.

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Chief Executive Officer & Founder

Lisa Brush

With over 25 years of experience in the senior housing industry, Lisa Brush created Symphony Senior Living, a Canadian based company in 2008.

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Chief Financial Officer

Nick Hogan, CPA, CA

As Chief Financial Officer, Nick is responsible for corporate finance, including accounting, budgeting, and audit.

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Regional Director of Sales and Marketing

Jocelynne Ramakrishnan

Jocelynne is a graduate from The University of Guelph-Humber in Toronto, with a Honours Bachelor’s degree and a diploma majoring in media and public relations.

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Former Chief Canine Officer, 2009-2021

Honoring Louis Brush

Louis Brush became a part of the Symphony team from the moment he was adopted.

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Regional Director of Resident Services

Christine Turner

Christine Turner is a dedicated senior care leader committed to enhancing residents’ well-being at Symphony.

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Engage Symphony And Unlock Your Future

Why Symphony Senior Living?

Market Position

Symphony Senior Living positions itself as a premium provider of exceptional senior living communities offering a spectrum of care options across Canada.

Growth Strategy

Symphony Senior Living is seeking growth opportunities through acquisitions and strategic redevelopment of communities in a variety of markets while maintaining its position as a leading senior living provider in Canada and a “go to expert” in everything senior housing

Financial Health

Symphony Senior Living's commitment to operational excellence and financial strength allows us to continuously invest in our communities, enhance resident services, and attract and retain top talent, ultimately providing exceptional care and an enriching experience for our residents.

Innovative Senior Care

Symphony Senior Living leads the way in senior care innovation, implementing cutting-edge programs and technologies to enhance resident well-being and independence.

Lisa Brush

Founder's Letter

Welcome to Symphony Senior Living

A Personal Message from Our Founder

Welcome to Symphony Senior Living! Symphony was born out of my love for this industry and the desire to help people as part of my career. In 2008, I left a corporate position to start Symphony.

Leading up to this was many years of work across Canada and the US in senior housing. I began my career 20 years earlier working for a smaller family owned operator; they were good corporate citizens in small communities and we delivered family style care in all our properties. We bring all of those experiences and those of our team to bare each and every day as we guide Symphony into the future and serve our residents and their loved ones.

I am especially proud when I hear families say these are the best years of my Mum's life or we wish we had found you sooner that is the ultimate achievement! Symphony has grown quite a bit since we started in 2008, but we have never wavered from our mission to serve seniors and their loved ones. What does this mean? It means that we come to work each and every day with the intention of exceeding expectations and continually looking for ways to improve the way we support and service our residents and their loved ones.

I founded Symphony on the belief of being present for others. This includes being present for our residents, their families and our fellow team members

To be present is to truly be with another person; whether physically, emotionally or both. It means to be fully there for another and less focused on ourselves. Often we can be present by just being there, listening, caring, seeking to understand perhaps sharing a smile, a touch or lending an empathetic ear. This is what defines Symphony.

We recently asked our team members Why do you like working for Symphony? and many of their answers were very similar; Symphony is my extended family or I enjoy coming to work every day because it doesn't feel like work and I love the residents! I was touched by their responses, but not surprised, as we always strive to hire individuals with caring hearts and do our best to make sure each community feels and looks like the home that it is to our residents.

At Symphony Senior Living, we pride ourselves on providing an exceptional living and working environment for our residents and team members. Symphony's culture is unique and rewarding, and we believe our greatest accomplishment is when our residents live well in their home with us. Our greatest reward is to be part of your chosen family, so please visit any one of our properties and let us show you why Symphony is different