Agemark Corporation, founded by Richard Westin and Jesse Pittore in 1987, is a private company dedicated to developing and operating exceptional assisted living communities throughout the country. Agemark is based in Berkeley, California with a satellite office in Hastings, Nebraska. Now in its 22nd year, Agemark is one of the pioneers in the assisted living industry.
The Agemark founders set out to create a company that focused on fulfilling the needs of an aging population and making a positive difference in the lives of seniors and their families.
Agemark began with the renovation and adaptive reuse of historic buildings in locations across the United States. To this day, these Kensington-Evergreen residences are the treasured landmarks of their communities.
In 1997, Agemark opened its first CountryHouse Residence in response to a growing need for specialized Alzheimer's care. Designed by memory care experts, CountryHouse looks and feels like a traditional family home in which remarkably unobtrusive services are delivered by understanding staff.
Astoria Gardens is the newest addition to the Agemark family, combining the best of our assisted living and memory care philosophies. Designed to accommodate a range of needs, Astoria Gardens enables residents to comfortably age in place with dignity and grace.
Agemark is led by a talented and experienced team of real estate and management professionals. The principals of Agemark have an average tenure of 20 years in the assisted living industry.
Richard Westin has served as Chief Executive Officer of Agemark since 1987. Prior to founding Agemark, Mr. Westin was a successful real estate syndicator and investor. He holds a B.A. from the University of North Carolina and a J.D. from the University of California. Mr. Westin is responsible for property acquisitions, development, implementation of community management, and the day-to-day management of Agemark. Mr. Westin personally visits every site during the development stage, and works hand-in-hand with staff to instill the enthusiasm and vision he has for exceptional senior care.
Jesse Pittore, co-founder of Agemark, has served as President since 1987. Mr. Pittore, a licensed real estate broker, was a successful developer specializing in historic renovations. He holds a B.S. from the University of California. Mr. Pittore oversees the design, financing, and fiscal success of all Agemark communities. He is dedicated to maintaining excellence of care and service to residents and their families.
Martin Hug has served as Chief Operating Officer of Agemark since 1997, with thirteen years previous experience in nursing home and assisted living management. He holds a B.A. from Dana College in Nebraska. Mr. Hug is responsible for overseeing the operations of all Agemark communities. He hires and trains key personnel, establishes policy and procedures, and supervises operations. Through his hands-on management style, Mr. Hug provides the leadership, focus, and commitment to excellence necessary for each community to succeed.
James Tolley has served as Chief Financial Officer of Agemark since 1988. Mr. Tolley is a Certified Public Accountant and holds a B.S. from San Francisco State University. At Agemark, Mr. Tolley is responsible for and oversees all aspects of financial reporting and controls, systems management, forecasting, and planning.
Forrest Westin has served as a Vice President of Agemark since 2004. Prior to joining Agemark, Mr. Westin was a real estate developer and an investment banker. He holds a B.A. from Middlebury College and a Masters in Real Estate Development from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. Mr. Westin is responsible for all aspects of development, including: acquisition, deal structuring, entitlement, community design, financing, construction, and implemenation of management.
Our mission is to assure healthy aging in mind, body, and spirit. To that end, we
Build on the wisdom of the past;
Serve our families today; and
Grow to meet the needs of the future.
- Nurture and grow our communities and the people who work and live in them
- Actively listen, constantly innovate, and serve with pride and joy
- Empower and encourage staff to respond to residents and their families with compassion and respect
- Provide the kind of care we want for our own loved ones; this is our privilege and our responsiblity
At Agemark, treating people like family is the heart of what we do.
