Director of the Year 2026 George Abt Wins Top Senior Living Honor
Recognizing Outstanding Senior Living Leadership
This year, we are proud to congratulate George Abt, Director of Dining Services at The Lakes at Litchfield, as the recipient of the 2026 Director of the Year Award!
Presented during the Senior Living Communities Annual Meeting in Asheville, North Carolina, the Director of the Year Award recognizes an individual whose leadership, character, and commitment leave a lasting impact on both their team and community.
Because this honor is determined entirely through peer voting, it represents one of the most meaningful recognitions in our organization—a true reflection of the trust and respect George has earned from fellow leaders who witness his dedication every single day.
Elevating Senior Living Dining Through Exceptional Hospitality
George earned this distinction through his unwavering commitment to creating an exceptional dining experience for Members and fostering a culture of excellence within his team. Under his leadership, the dining program at The The Lakes at Litchfield has become known not only for high culinary quality and hospitality, but also for the meaningful connections built around every table.
Through his professionalism, mentorship, and passion for service, George consistently elevates daily dining while inspiring the next generation of culinary leaders on his team.
“Being recognized by my peers as Director of the Year is an honor that I hold close to my heart,” shared George. “While this achievement reflects my leadership, it would not have been possible without the unwavering support, dedication, and passion of the incredible team I am fortunate to work alongside each day. I feel truly blessed to have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact. My role extends far beyond dining services—it gives me the privilege of building relationships, fostering a positive culture, and bringing my passion for hospitality to life every day.”
Cultivating Teamwork and Community at The The Lakes at Litchfield
Beyond the culinary experience, George brings energy, heart, and dedication to everything he does. His positive influence fosters strong teamwork across departments and reinforces a culture centered on serving Members with warmth, care, and genuine respect.
At Senior Living Communities, we operate on a simple core principle: Happy Team Members = Happy Members = More Members. George brings that philosophy to life every day as a trusted colleague, supportive leader, and champion of the Member experience.
Congratulations, George, on being named the 2026 Director of the Year! Thank you for your passion for hospitality, leadership, and continuous commitment to making The The Lakes at Litchfield a wonderful place to dine, live, and work.
