The American Retirement Corporation provides services for more than 50 communities in 16 states. This represents more than 7,300 residential apartments and homes, 2,300 assisted living apartments, 300 Alzheimer's apartments, and 1000 Nursing beds. Its mission is to provide professional senior living services of the highest quality in order to enhance the dignity and quality of life for older Americans, maintain the highest of professional and ethical standards, and provide attractive rewards for the stakeholders. There are qualified and trained chefs to prepare the meals.