Benchmark at Mount Pleasant Lead Aide Honored with ESAAL All-Stars Award

Benchmark at Mount Pleasant lead aide Tanice Hunter smiles with two residents indoors.
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Sep '26

Tanice Hunter Recognized for Outstanding Front-Line Care & Commitment to Residents

Thornwood, N.Y. – Benchmark at Mount Pleasant Lead Aide Tanice Hunter of White Plains has been named a recipient of the Empire State Association of Assisted Living’s (ESAAL) All-Stars Award in the Direct Care/Front Line Non-Manager category.

Hunter was one of only seven award recipients in her category recognized by ESAAL, which honors assisted living professionals across the state who demonstrate exceptional dedication to residents, families and their communities. She was honored for the compassion, reliability and personal connection she brings to her role each day at Benchmark at Mount Pleasant.

Hunter has been part of the Benchmark at Mount Pleasant team since the Assisted Living and Mind & Memory Care community opened in December 2025, helping to establish the warm, supportive environment that residents and families experience today. As a lead aide, she works closely with residents to provide personalized support while helping them maintain independence, dignity and quality of life.

Her commitment goes beyond assisting with daily needs. She takes the time to get to know residents as individuals, build trusting relationships and help create an environment where they feel comfortable, valued and connected.

“Tanice represents what exceptional senior living care is all about,” said Sara Humphreys, executive director of Benchmark at Mount Pleasant. “She leads with compassion and treats every resident with the respect and attention she would want for someone in her own family. Her dedication makes a meaningful difference in the lives of our residents and their families, and we are incredibly proud to see her recognized by ESAAL.”

For nearly 30 years, Benchmark Senior Living has focused on Transforming Lives Through Human Connection, with associates building meaningful relationships with residents and families throughout its communities.

Benchmark at Mount Pleasant is Benchmark Senior Living’s first community in Westchester County. Located around the corner from ACME Market, Westwood Swimming & Tennis Association and EF Academy, the assisted living community offers residents contemporary, maintenance-free living. Spacious private apartments, indoor and outdoor amenities, 24/7 personalized care, chef-prepared dining, a full calendar of engaging programs and interest-focused common spaces such as movie and card rooms help residents stay active, connected and independent. For those living with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia, a separate, secure Mind & Memory Care neighborhood provides specialized care and programs delivered by specially trained associates in thoughtfully designed spaces.