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For 130 years, Franciscan Ministries has been dedicated to caring for generations of families, a mission that began with our foundress, Mother Mary Theresa Dudzik. In 1898, she established the city of Chicago’s first Catholic nursing home, laying the foundation for a legacy of compassion and kindness. Today, we uphold her legacy through the dedication of our associates, striving to create an inviting workplace that attracts individuals who share our vision for a high-quality senior living community.

Franciscan Advisory Services (FAS) is a senior housing consulting and real estate development organization that designs, develops, markets and operates a multi-brand portfolio of upscale senior living communities. Originally founded in 2011, its mission is to continue the work of Franciscan Ministries by partnering faith-based organizations with their real estate development needs.

FAS is your trusted resource for senior living solutions. Our mission is to help your programs and services not only thrive but excel in the competitive landscape of senior care. We are recognized for our strong occupancy rates and impressive revenue performance. Our team provides the expertise needed for organizations aiming to achieve efficient operations and high levels of customer and resident satisfaction.

The Leadership Conference of Women Religious • August 13-15, 2024

Franciscan Advisory Services is proud to be leading the charge this year at the upcoming Leadership Conference of Women Religious (LCWR) assembly in Orlando, Florida. Founded in 1956, this conference assists its members to collaboratively carry out their service of leadership to further the mission of the Gospel in today’s world.

We’re helping to contribute to the important changes that our industry needs for a brighter future and continuing our important ministry work in all that we do. By collaborating with other Catholic organizations, FAS is able to serve as a resource for our members, the public and others who seek more information on leadership for religious life.

Who We Are

Franciscan Advisory Services is at the forefront of transforming senior housing and post-acute care management. As part of the esteemed Franciscan Ministries – one of the country’s largest Catholic senior care networks – we bring unparalleled third-party management services to the table.

Born from a desire to share our deep expertise in senior living and post-acute care, FAS has quickly evolved into a go-to source for industry benchmarks and innovative solutions. We’re passionate about fostering successful partnerships by offering our support and knowledge to peers across the industry, and we’re dedicated to redefining excellence in senior care.

Our Services

Administrative Services

We’re all about keeping your operations running like a well-oiled machine. Our standardized processes and systems ensure everything flows smoothly—from quality assessments to safety protocols and monthly financial reviews. We’re here to help your organization thrive and navigate the ever-changing landscape of healthcare reform while minimizing hospital readmissions.

Marketing and Sales

Aligned with your business goals and objections, our sales and marketing strategies include digital, print, referral-based and traditional tactics to ensure that we are delivering a fully integrated approach tailored to your market. With years of experience and a team of seasoned business development and marketer professionals, we deliver tailored, creative solutions that increase awareness, generate leads, and achieve success.

Strategic Long-Term Master Planning

Franciscan Advisory Services works with owners, board members, local community and other stakeholders to develop the most successful strategy for your development project. We’ll help you improve operations, drive innovation and identify improvements to programs and services, based on current market and industry data, helping elevate your brand and position your organization.

Resident and Clinical Services

When it comes to support during state health department surveys, our team is your go-to resource. We’ll guide you through Plans of Correction and Informal Dispute Resolutions to ensure your facility operates smoothly post-citation. Plus, we’ll help enhance your services with expert direction and consultation on vital areas of care.

Brand Strategy

Develop or elevate your brand. Whether your goal is to drive brand awareness, establish your organization as an industry thought leader or generate demand for a specific offering, our public relations and brand expertise can help position your organization for success. 

Dining Services – FreshKitchen

FreshKitchen features a fresh approach with fresh ideas, cooking with fresh local and seasonal ingredients that are sustainable and community-focused. The FreshKitchen approach goes beyond just what comes from the kitchen – it’s focused on the entire dining experience for the resident including how we greet them, the dining atmosphere and our philosophy of engagement throughout the entire meal

Human Resources

At Franciscan Advisory Services, we believe in building strong foundations through solid organizational planning. We’ll assist you in discovering and nurturing talent with strategic recruitment plans and provide roadmaps for management education and growth. And we’ve got you covered with renewing benefits programs at special pricing as a large employer group.

Mission Integration and Pastoral Care – Embrace Life

Transform your organization into an ethically sound powerhouse with our support. We’ll help you develop engaging educational programs for your staff—including the executive board, management, and associates. With our ‘Embrace Life’ approach, we’ll raise awareness of your organization’s mission by designing effective processes for delivering mission-driven and pastoral care services, as well as guiding the development of ethics and community benefits policies.

Information Technology

Unlock the potential of your organization with our award-winning technology team. We deliver cutting-edge solutions that boost efficiency, helping you save on capital expenditures and IT operational costs. Think of us as an extension of your team—we provide both on-site and remote support for devices and applications, along with enterprise application hosting, development, and training.

Finance & Accounting

Let’s take the hassle out of your finances. We’ll streamline your financial processes by designing and maintaining clear financial statements, including balance sheets and cash flow reports. The Franciscan Advisory Services team will handle billing for your residents, ensuring you stay organized. Our annual plan and budget will lay out projected revenues and expenses, empowering you to make informed, strategic decisions for your organization’s future.

Helping Communities Thrive

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