Since its establishment in 1984, Athena Health Care Systems has evolved into a privately owned, for-profit leader in long-term care management. With nearly 6,000 dedicated employees, Athena provides a continuum of care that includes skilled nursing facilities, hospice services, and a private duty care company, positively impacting the lives of thousands of patients, residents, and their families each year.
Athena, headquartered in Farmington, Connecticut, was formed by a group of like-minded individuals with a diversified background in healthcare. Through the years multiple centers were constructed under the guidance of the Athena team while others were acquired. Athena proudly manages facilities across Connecticut, Massachusetts, and Rhode Island.
Under the leadership of founding partner, President, and CEO Larry Santilli, Athena Health Care Systems was built on the core principle of “Protecting the Quality of Life,” paired with a strategy of steady and deliberate growth. Celebrating its 40th anniversary in 2024, Athena remains committed to these values while operating a robust network of 28 skilled nursing centers, four hospice agencies, and one private-duty care agency.
Athena employs a team of highly qualified professionals who bring a diverse background in management experience, covering all facets of healthcare and business management to the continuum. Their knowledge is deep, their approach is creative and informed, and their expertise is varied – including day-to-day operations, financial management, regulatory compliance, clinical care, public relations, marketing, and much more.
Athena and its affiliates are prepared to navigate the challenges of the ever-changing healthcare profession. Athena has a penchant for creative thinking, a history of strategies that work, and a proven track record of success.