The history of Maple Knoll Communities, Inc. begins in 1848, when a group of concerned citizens of Cincinnati witnessed the untenable situation of elderly persons without families. Led by Mrs. Lydia Beecher, the stepmother of Harriet Beecher Stowe, this benevolent group created a home for these individuals and planted the seeds of what would become LifeSphere.

The history of this organization is a legacy of service to the community and to the welfare of older adults. Following this paragraph is a timeline that begins in 1848 and continues through today.

"We are building up an institution for future generations, and after we have passed away, will come the fruition of the good seed we have sown."

LifeSphere’s mission is to be a growing provider of outstanding facilities and services for the aging within the TriState area which allows those we serve to thrive in a safe, stimulating, and dignified environment. This will be accomplished through the practice of responsible fiscal stewardship.

AGING is a normal life process which people experience in different ways.

OLD AGE should not limit or change a person’s right to experience life to its fullest through self determination.

A CARING COMMUNITY recognizes that people are individuals with changing needs and seeks innovative approaches which emphasizes each person’s wholeness.

SERVICES should provide opportunities for personal growth, fulfillment, and choice.

EDUCATION, TRAINING AND RESEARCH are important aspects of improving the quality of life and should be carried out in a manner which recognizes an individuals privacy, dignity, and lifestyle.

A CHARITABLE CORPORATION exists for and is responsible to the community which it serves.

A COMPREHENSIVE PROGRAM FOR THE ELDERLY goes beyond the provision of services within its own community and attempts to effect changes within society which lead toward a fuller life for all older people.

Our strength rests with our employees, all of whom contribute to the overall excellence of our organization. LifeSphere, a nationally recognized leader in elderly care, employs 600 individuals and serves more than 10,000 seniors in the greater Cincinnati area. Nearly a quarter of our workforce has been employed by the organization for 15 years or longer. For more than 150 years, our team has developed innovative, holistic residential and community-based programs and services that offer seniors opportunities to reach their highest potential as individuals seeking independence, good health and personal fulfillment.

LifeSphere's Benefit Program

At LifeSphere, employee health and wellbeing are of the utmost importance. We believe that employees should be rewarded for their dedication to the residents and clients; therefore a comprehensive benefit program is in place to support the staff and their families. As a new member of the LifeSphere team, you may become eligible for benefits upon completion of a 90-day introductory period. LifeSphere offers the following benefits:

• Quality medical coverage at a minimal cost to you.
  
• A prescription drug plan offering easy access to mail-order services and area pharmacies.
  
• A dental plan providing 100% coverage with no deductible for preventive and diagnostic services.
  
• A vision plan that covers exams and the cost of lenses annually.
  
• Flexible Spending Accounts allowing you to pay for eligible expenses with tax-free dollars.
  
• Life Insurance and AD&D benefits.
  
• Short and long term disability benefits.
  
• A 401(k) plan for qualified employees.

At LifeSphere, we realize the importance of maintaining a balance between your work and family responsibilities. We support this balance by offering:

• A generous paid time off program.
  
• A generous number of paid sick days per year with an annual pay-out incentive available.
  
• Compensation for 7 holidays per year.

LifeSphere wishes to share in the successes of our organization by offering additional gestures of appreciation to our team. We do so by offering the following tokens of appreciation:

Access to our Wellness Center on the campus of Maple Knoll Village.

An Employee Recognition Program held annually to recognize employees who have provided five, ten, fifteen, twenty, twenty-five, thirty, thirty-five and forty years of service.

Discounted admissions to community attractions such as Paramount's Kings Island, Cincinnati Reds games, and the Zoo's Festival of Lights.

Free Thanksgiving turkey.

A Retention Bonus.

A Holiday Bonus.

LifeSphere also sponsors various company functions and special events throughout the year.