Hearthstone was founded in 1993 as an innovative senior care boutique in south-cental Texas. From the very beginning, the Hearthstone approach of fostering maximum self-sufficiency and optimum health struck a responsive chord with our residents and their families.

Today, Hearthstone Senior Services is one of the leading operators and managers of senior care in the country.

1993

Hearthstone founded by a group of successful businessmen lead by Livingston Kosberg.

Opened the first Hearthstone Assisted Living Community.

Tim Hekker accepted the Chief Executive Officer role.

Opened first community outside of Texas in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

Became Executive Board member of American Senior Housing Association

Started providing Alzheimer’s and dementia care in a secured area within the community called The Harbour.

2001

Ranked among “Houston 100,” a ranking of the fastest-growing privately owned businesses in the greater Houston area. Compiled by the University of Houston Small Business Development Center, the rankings are based on revenue growth over the three-year period from 1998 through 2000.

Opened last of the 32 purpose built communities.

Established the industry’s first wholly owned captive insurance subsidiary.

Awarded one of Houston’s “Best Places to Work” by the Houston Business Journal. To be deemed a winner, companies had to receive a 95 percent or better employee confidence rating in their company, employment practices and senior management team.

Headquarters relocated to The Woodlands, Texas (suburb outside of Houston).

Again named one of Houston’s “Best Places to Work” by the Houston Business Journal. Over a 95 percent employee satisfaction rating.

Management–led buyout completed by CEO Tim Hekker.

Parent company renamed Hearthstone Senior Services.