Tamarisk director wins assisted-living award

The Rhode Island Assisted Living Association has honored Roberta Ragge, executive director of The Phyllis Siperstein Tamarisk Assisted Living Residence, with its Bob Henry Outstanding Service Award.

“I was so surprised, and am humbled to even have been considered for this honor,” Ragge said after receiving the award at RIALA’s annual meeting, held virtually Jan. 21.

Under Ragge’s leadership, Tamarisk, in Warwick, a Jewish Collaborative Services’ community, has become Rhode Island’s industry leader in service provision and best practice in the areas of memory care and staff training. 

In her 30 years as a committed eldercare professional, Ragge has embraced the concept of servant leadership and a philosophy of care that supports the body, mind and spirit of every resident. 

The Bob Henry Outstanding Service Award is presented annually to someone who has shown deep commitment to the industry.

Henry, the founder of RIALA, brought assisted living to Rhode Island. Before passing away in 2002, he advocated for the highest level of independence and quality of life for residents.

Submitted by Jewish Collaborative Services