Sarah Silva is a distinguished leader in the healthcare industry, bringing over 21 years of senior living experience and deep-rooted leadership. Her career spans a variety of key roles, including Executive Director, leadership in memory care and organizational development, and Regional Director of Operations.

Sarah’s expertise covers a broad spectrum of services including Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care, Hospice, Home Care, and Home Health. She is deeply committed to elevating the quality of care and enhancing the resident and family experience in senior living communities nationwide.

In 2023, Sarah was honored with the Jan Thayer Pioneer Award from the American Health Care Association and National Center for Assisted Living (AHCA/NCAL)—a prestigious recognition awarded to individuals who have made significant contributions to the field. She was selected for her advocacy of person-centered care, her leadership in improving care delivery, and her steadfast commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging.

Sarah actively serves on several respected boards and committees within the healthcare sector, including:

- Secretary/Treasurer, AHCA/NCAL Board of Directors
- Board Member, Alzheimer’s Association
- Member, NCAL Assisted Living Task Force
- Member, NCAL Quality Committee
- Oregon State Leader, NCAL
- Member, Quality and Compliance Committee, Oregon Health Care Association
- Chair, Assisted Living Council, Oregon Health Care Association

Sarah holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a focus in Management. She previously served as a Baldrige Quality Award Examiner with AHCA.

Sarah resides outside of Sherwood, Oregon with her husband and their two sons.