Our Story

In 2005, the vision to build Green House cottages in Sheridan grew out of the wish of Sheridan caregivers to provide something better for their loved ones. It progressed through a community needs assessment, partnership with the City of Sheridan, and the creation of a nonprofit legal entity called Alternative Elder Living, Inc. (AEL). Sheridan is the first community in the nation to create Green House homes through the will of committed and passionate citizens that believed in the mission:

In 2024, Sheridan Memorial Hospital partnered with the AEL board to operate the long-term care facility at Sheridan Green House, ensuring the community asset remains available for generations to come. Since that time, Sheridan Memorial Hospital has worked to uphold the original mission of the nonprofit, providing long-term care to individuals that enables a meaningful and fulfilling life.

Our mission is to provide long-term care in loving homes where every person lives a dignified, fulfilling life!

Meet the team

Kelly Lieb
Director of Care Continuum and Experience

Sherrie Reish
Director of Nursing

Julie Mason
Social Services and Admissions Coordinator

Kim DeGraw
Activities Director

Amy Fleenor
Restorative Nurse

Casey Oleson
Business Office Manager

Jordan McCoy
Dietary Manager

Kelley Boyd
Staff Development Coordinator

Josh Bolin
Facilities

Brian Meineke
Transport driver

Community at Sheridan Green House

An integral part of Sheridan Green House is creating community within each home and the surrounding neighborhood. Through the creation of community living for the elders living in the homes, interdependence and collaboration of generations will occur, allowing elders to continue to live meaningful lives. Visitors of any age will help alleviate the loneliness and boredom for elders residing in the homes.

The four Green House homes are in an ideal setting to allow visitors of all generations into the homes. There are congregate areas for gardening, entertainment, playing games and gardening as well as areas where one-on-one conversations can take place to share life histories and stories.

The legacy of Sheridan Green House is one of community support. It began with a group of passionate citizens who wanted a better life for elders in Sheridan. Many of these leaders continue to be involved and are committed to creating a community life where elders will continue to live a life that matters.

Sheridan Green House Amenities: