NORTH BETHESDA, Md. (April 10, 2026) – Charles E. Smith Life Communities (CESLC) has been named to Newsweek’s list of America’s Greatest Midsize Workplaces in Health Care 2026, a national recognition honoring organizations fostering positive work environments.
The recognition reflects CESLC associates’ commitment to the organization’s mission to deliver quality care and meaningful life experiences to older adults with dignity and compassion rooted in Jewish values.
Organizations were evaluated on working environment, culture and belonging, compensation and benefits, work-life balance, career progression and training and company culture based on more than 1.3 million online employee reviews.
“We are incredibly proud that this recognition is based on our associates’ feedback and experiences,” said Melissa Davidson, senior vice president of human resources. “We know that when our associates feel valued and supported it translates to better quality care and services for our residents. We are grateful to the dedicated team whose commitment made this possible.”
This recognition follows CESLC’s recent recognition as a recipient of the inaugural 2025 America’s Most Admired Non-Profit Culture Award from DRi Waterstone.
About Charles E. Smith Life Communities
Charles E. Smith Life Communities (CESLC) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit Jewish faith-based organization serving more than 1,300 older adults annually, including nearly 1,200 on its 38-acre campus in North Bethesda, Maryland, and approximately 200 in-home clients throughout the Greater Washington region. Founded in 1910, CESLC is among the largest single-site senior living campuses in the nation, featuring a wide range of living options and services, including independent apartment living (Revitz House and Ring House), assisted living (Cohen-Rosen House and Landow House), and long-term and post-acute care (Hebrew Home of Greater Washington). CESLC is committed to empowering older adults by offering meaningful connections, intellectual engagement, artistic expression and cultural exploration. CESLC also provides outpatient senior-focused medical care (Hirsh Health Center) and offers the region’s only temporary shelter exclusively serving victims of elder abuse (ElderSAFE™ Center). Additionally, CESLC provides personalized care that empowers older adults in Montgomery County, Maryland and Washington D.C., to live safely and independently in the comfort of their homes (SmithLife® Homecare).
