History & Philosophy

Family-Owned, Physician-Operated Since 1967

The Allendale Nursing Home was founded in 1967 by Hector R. Giancarlo, MD, FACS, a surgeon and pioneer in the field of ear, nose and throat. Dr. Giancarlo strongly believed based on his personal and professional conviction that life can and should be preserved and enjoyed at any age. He introduced the concept of a single, continuum-of-care senior lifestyle campus and became one of the original architects of the ‘aging in place’ theory. The resident community he created serves individuals’ changing wants and needs, supporting their independence with exceptional medical care. Family owned and physician operated for over 50 years, today, the Allendale Community for Senior Living, led by his son Dr. Timothy Giancarlo, proudly honors and builds upon this living legacy of care.