Distinguished Senior Living, Rooted in Honor
At Anchor Legacy Home, we redefine residential senior care for families who refuse to compromise on quality. Nestled in Colorado Springs, our boutique community blends sophisticated, professional-level medical care with the warmth, privacy, and dignity of a high-end private residence. We do not look, feel, or operate like an institution. Instead, we offer an exclusive, highly personalized environment where your loved one is truly known, celebrated, and protected.
The Anchor Legacy Standards
- Innovative Memory & Assisted Living: Tailored, data-driven care plans that adapt to your loved one’s unique cognitive and physical needs.
- Professional Facility Capabilities: High-acuity care oversight delivered seamlessly inside an intimate, luxury home environment.
- Top-Notch Elite Staffing: Meticulously vetted, highly trained caregivers operating under a strict culture of accountability.
- A Multi-Generational Veteran Legacy: Founded by a retired Navy Chief, our leadership brings generations of military precision, honor, and duty to daily care.
- Industry-Leading Staff Ratios: Traditional "big box" facilities stretch staff thin. Our boutique, luxury home environment maintains an exceptionally high caregiver-to-resident ratio, ensuring your loved one receives instantaneous, deeply personalized attention.
Anchor Legacy Home - Opening Q.1 2027
Colorado Springs, Colorado
Overview of Anchor Legacy Home
CAPACITY:
OUR SERVICES INCLUDE:
AMENITIES:
The home has the capacity to support 16 aging seniors, including 16 with memory care needs.
AMENITIES:
OUR SERVICES INCLUDE:
AMENITIES:
The home will feature 14 bedrooms and 18 bathrooms, 5,974 square feet. Sitting on a 16652,8 square foot lot.
Close to hospitals, skilled nursing, and shopping amenities.
ADA-approved bathrooms and walkways. The home will be secured via fully fenced yard, front and back with walking paths and a security gate.
OUR SERVICES INCLUDE:
OUR SERVICES INCLUDE:
OUR SERVICES INCLUDE:
• Assistance with ADLs (activities
of daily living): eating, bathing,
toileting, dressing, and walking.
• Home-cooked / dietitian-approved
meals and snacks
served in a common dining area.
• Housekeeping and laundry
services.
ADDITIONAL SERVICES:
OUR SERVICES INCLUDE:
OUR SERVICES INCLUDE:
• 24-Hour security and emergency
call systems.
• Social activities and exercise
programs.
• Salon & Spa on site
• 24-Hour staffing to facilitate
planned and unplanned residents
needs.
PERSONAL ATTENTION:
INDEPENDENCE & PRIVACY:
PERSONAL ATTENTION:
Personal care and assistance are provided by
professional, well-trained, qualified staff. Caregivers will be continually learning and improving their knowledge and skills. A high caregiver-to-resident ratio means residents' needs are not overlooked, and care is personal and attentive.
HOME ENVIRONMENT:
INDEPENDENCE & PRIVACY:
PERSONAL ATTENTION:
Residents feel comfortable, safe, and at home. This is not a big-box, clinical feeling, but rather a large home where residents have access to the kitchen, living room, library, their own bedroom, safe outside walking paths and gardens. This is living in a home environment but with a high level of personalized care and attention.
INDEPENDENCE & PRIVACY:
INDEPENDENCE & PRIVACY:
INDEPENDENCE & PRIVACY:
Our homes will ensure privacy for all of our residents. The residents will be allowed to pursue their interests and hobbies to ensure that living with us gives them personal satisfaction.
Social activities and exercise programs are often provided.
COMMUNITY LIVING:
INDEPENDENCE & PRIVACY:
INDEPENDENCE & PRIVACY:
Our home environment will provide an opportunity for
residents to socialize by arranging holiday get-togethers, games,
entertainment, and
group activities.
RELIEF FOR FAMILY CAREGIVERS:
RELIEF FOR FAMILY CAREGIVERS:
RELIEF FOR FAMILY CAREGIVERS:
Families can visit and enjoy time with their parent without needing to prepare food, clean house, or worry about housekeeping chores. Housekeeping and laundry services are provided.
PEACE OF MIND:
RELIEF FOR FAMILY CAREGIVERS:
RELIEF FOR FAMILY CAREGIVERS:
Families can rest assured their parent is professionally and
lovingly cared for and treated as a unique individual with individual
needs. Their parent will live in an environment that is truly enjoyable.
Management & Advisory Team
Michele adair, Founder/Managing Member
Mona Guarino, Principal Owner Residential Assisted Living Academy™
Rachael Hastings Adair, Founder/Managing Member
Michele Adair is a seasoned leader, entrepreneur, and healthcare-focused professional with a foundation built on
military service, behavioral health leadership, and operational management. She brings over two decades of experience overseeing personnel, systems, and high-responsibility
environments—skills directly aligned with the
successful
Michele Adair is a seasoned leader, entrepreneur, and healthcare-focused professional with a foundation built on
military service, behavioral health leadership, and operational management. She brings over two decades of experience overseeing personnel, systems, and high-responsibility
environments—skills directly aligned with the
successful operation of a residential assisted living facility.
She began her career in the United States Navy in 1997, serving with distinction across multiple domestic and international duty stations. While stationed aboard the U.S.S. Kitty Hawk (CV-63) in Yokosuka, Japan, she became
the first female Arresting Gear Topside Petty Officer and earned her Air Warfare qualification. She later transitioned into military law enforcement in Bahrain, where she was
selected as a Field Training Officer, and continued her leadership progression as Watch Commander and Duty Armorer at NAF El Centro.
Her career culminated in senior leadership roles within Navy medical systems. After completing the Navy Drug and
Alcohol Counseling School (NDACS), she served at Naval Medical Center San Diego as the Senior Enlisted Leader for The Mental Health Directorate. In this role, she oversaw
operations across five outpatient mental health clinics, two drug and alcohol treatment facilities, and a major inpatient psychiatric unit, while leading all enlisted personnel within
the directorate. She also served as a Drug and Alcohol Counselor and Leading Chief Petty Officer for intensive outpatient treatment programs.
She is currently completing her Master’s degree in Psychology and has been approved for U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) funding to pursue a doctorate focused on brain science. Her academic path is intentionally aligned
with her mission to integrate evidence-based cognitive and mental health practices into residential assisted living environments.
Rachael Hastings Adair, Founder/Managing Member
Mona Guarino, Principal Owner Residential Assisted Living Academy™
Rachael Hastings Adair, Founder/Managing Member
A significant portion of Rachael’s career has been dedicated to traveling internationally to film for nonprofit organizations,
documenting humanitarian efforts and working closely with vulnerable and underserved populations. Through this work, She has developed a deep sense of empathy, cultural
awareness, and a service-oriented mindset.
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A significant portion of Rachael’s career has been dedicated to traveling internationally to film for nonprofit organizations,
documenting humanitarian efforts and working closely with vulnerable and underserved populations. Through this work, She has developed a deep sense of empathy, cultural
awareness, and a service-oriented mindset.
These experiences have shaped her commitment to providing dignified,
compassionate care, particularly for individuals who require support in their daily lives.
Rachael Hastings Adair is a cinematographer, producer, and entrepreneur with a proven track record of building and managing complex creative and operational projects. As the
founder of One Match Fire LLC, she has led productions across film, television, and live events, overseeing budgets,
personnel, logistics, and high-stakes timelines. Her work requires precision, adaptability, and strong leadership—skills
directly transferable to the operational demands of residential assisted living.
She and her partner have completed certification through the Residential Assisted Living Academy (RALA), where they
received formal training in licensing, compliance, staffing models, and financial operations specific to the assisted living
industry. This education is paired with extensive independent
research and underwriting of residential care opportunities across multiple states, giving her a strong foundation in both
regulatory requirements and financial performance.
Rachael’s Leadership style emphasizes dignity, safety, and quality of life
for residents while maintaining disciplined operational systems and financial accountability. Her long-term vision is to
build a portfolio of high-quality residential assisted living homes that provide exceptional care in thoughtfully designed
environments, while also creating sustainable, community-centered businesses.
Mona Guarino, Principal Owner Residential Assisted Living Academy™
Mona Guarino, Principal Owner Residential Assisted Living Academy™
Mona Guarino, Principal Owner Residential Assisted Living Academy™
Mona is an experienced real estate investor with 35 years of real estate investing under her belt. She has a background in Fashion Design and Accounting. Mona has helped create and run three Residential Assisted
Living homes in Arizona over the last nine years. Mona is a partner in the Majestic Home Franchises, a franchise company for RAL
Mona is an experienced real estate investor with 35 years of real estate investing under her belt. She has a background in Fashion Design and Accounting. Mona has helped create and run three Residential Assisted
Living homes in Arizona over the last nine years. Mona is a partner in the Majestic Home Franchises, a franchise company for RAL homes, the first of its kind.
She is also a partner in Roundbox Equity, actively investing in student’s RAL projects across the country. Mona works actively in Residential Assisted Living
Academy helping students realize their RAL dreams and accomplish their goals in opening senior care homes throughout the United States.
Residential Assisted Living Academy™
Residential Assisted Living Academy™ is America’s industry leader for educating and supporting investor /
entrepreneurs in the process of investing in and
operating Residential Assisted Living care homes throughout the United States. Mona is a Co-Founder of RAL Academy, alongside her late husband Gene Guarino. She carries his legacy in her heart and work everyday.
Isabelle Guarino, CEO Residential Assisted Living Academy™
Jim Guarino, Senior RAL Academy Associate Advisor, CEO/Founder—Senior Housing Investment Partners, LLC
Mona Guarino, Principal Owner Residential Assisted Living Academy™
Isabelle trains and teaches entrepreneurs and investors at the Residential Assisted Living Academy. She has extensive experience in building brands, launching this company and many more into national recognition while
running the day-to-day operations.
She is responsible for the creation and success of the annual RAL National Convention,
Isabelle trains and teaches entrepreneurs and investors at the Residential Assisted Living Academy. She has extensive experience in building brands, launching this company and many more into national recognition while
running the day-to-day operations.
She is responsible for the creation and success of the annual RAL National Convention, RAL National Association, Recovery Housing Academy, Pitch Masters Academy, the Young Boss podcast and many of the Impact Housing Group’s companies. With a background in Business Marketing and Communications, from interning at Walt Disney World to working at two Fortune 500 companies, she is a true leader in business development and operations. Isabelle has spoken across the country and has been featured in magazines & articles nationally. She was named both “Future Leader” in the Senior Housing industry and “Top Senior Housing Influencer” under 30.
Residential Assisted Living Academy™
Residential Assisted Living Academy™ is America’s industry leader for educating and supporting investor / entrepreneurs in the process of investing in and operating Residential Assisted Living care homes throughout the United States. Isabelle is carrying on her father Gene’s legacy, leaving a mark on this senior housing industry by helping students open one RAL home at a time.
Jim Guarino, Senior RAL Academy Associate Advisor, CEO/Founder—Senior Housing Investment Partners, LLC
Jim Guarino, Senior RAL Academy Associate Advisor, CEO/Founder—Senior Housing Investment Partners, LLC
Jim Guarino, Senior RAL Academy Associate Advisor, CEO/Founder—Senior Housing Investment Partners, LLC
Jim has served as Senior Advisor for the RAL Academy for 7 years. He is co-author of the Amazon #1 best-seller “The Insider’s Guide to Investing In Senior Housing”.
Along with advising RAL Inner Circle clients, Jim is President and CEO of Senior Housing Investment Partners, LLC, a private equity firm specializing in investing in senior h
Jim has served as Senior Advisor for the RAL Academy for 7 years. He is co-author of the Amazon #1 best-seller “The Insider’s Guide to Investing In Senior Housing”.
Along with advising RAL Inner Circle clients, Jim is President and CEO of Senior Housing Investment Partners, LLC, a private equity firm specializing in investing in senior housing. Jim also co-owns Comfort and Love Senior Care Homes, LLC and serves as CEO.
Beginning in 1976 Jim started his business career. Among his businesses, Jim has invested in residential and commercial real estate, securities, tax liens, and business and real estate notes. Currently, Jim exclusively
focuses on senior housing businesses and investing.
Since 1990 Jim has advised over 10,000
entrepreneur/investors having presented over 1,000 seminars throughout the United States. Today, he is recognized as one of America’s leading experts in the burgeoning field of Residential Assisted Living.
Lorn Miller, M.D. Senior RAL Academy Associate Advisor
Jim Guarino, Senior RAL Academy Associate Advisor, CEO/Founder—Senior Housing Investment Partners, LLC
Jim Guarino, Senior RAL Academy Associate Advisor, CEO/Founder—Senior Housing Investment Partners, LLC
Dr. Lorn Miller is a board certified neurologist with over 35 years experience in the medical field. He focuses on optimizing brain function with a holistic approach to health. Dr. Miller has a passion to prevent dementia and
slow its progression when it occurs. He teaches basic skills to make resident care easier.
Dr. Miller is contracted
Dr. Lorn Miller is a board certified neurologist with over 35 years experience in the medical field. He focuses on optimizing brain function with a holistic approach to health. Dr. Miller has a passion to prevent dementia and
slow its progression when it occurs. He teaches basic skills to make resident care easier.
Dr. Miller is contracted by clinics & universities across the country from Florida to Alaska and has served on numerous boards and held academic affiliations at multiple colleges & universities. He has been featured on
many local radio and television programs.
Dr. Miller joined the Lighthouse Personal Care Home team in 2017 and works with Care Homes across the country to help improve seniors’ futures every day.
RAL Academy Advisory Team
RAL Academy Advisory Team
RAL Academy Advisory Team
Anchor LegacyHome is supported by a team of nationally recognized expert advisors and a network of successful RAL Academy coaches—
experienced RAL business owners from across the country.
With over 10 coaches actively operating RAL homes nationwide, Anchor Legacy Living has direct access to invaluable legal and
financial insights essential for building and running a successful RAL business.