About Us

Our CROFT values are more than just words on a page.  Our values are the framework we use to make decisions for our residents, team members and the organization.  CROFT values are a personal choice each of our team members make each day.  At any one of our communities, you will feel the difference in our culture because we choose to live these values.  We feel it and hope you do too.

United by values. Motivated by people.  

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Creativity – Pursuing innovative solutions, creative ideas, and ongoing improvement.

Respect ­– Showing courtesy, kindness, grace, mercy, patience, and love for all.

Openness ­– Embracing our differences, listening to others' points of view.

Fairness – Responding with careful consideration for all.

Teamwork – Working together to create memorable experiences – making this the best place to live and work.

Mission

Hamilton Grove creates a dynamic living community that embraces the creativity, contributions and challenges of aging for all, grounded in service excellence, compassionate care and Methodist values.

Vision

Hamilton Grove will be a recognized leader in providing the best care for the elderly and promoting intergenerational activities creating memorable experiences for all generations.

Our History

1922

Haven and Arminia Hubbard gifted their 700-acre farm to be used to minister to the needs of the elderly. Their giving and care is still felt. 

1922

Epp Hall was built.

1947

Name changed to Haven Hubbard Memorial Old People's Home of the Evangelical United Brethren Church.

1949

Hubbard Mansion was rededicated as Hubbard Hall.

1950

February 12, 1950, the Arminia Hubbard Memorial Chapel was dedicated by Bishop Epp.

1958

Named changed to Haven Hubbard Home of the United Methodist Church as a result of church merger.

1960

The Ranch House opened.

1965

Cornerstone laid at Haven Hubbard Home and addition to Epp Hall (Hubbard Hall) completed and apartments added to mansion.

1976

Name changed to Hamilton Grove.

1981

Chicago Trail Village finished; Installed 102 independent living units in 18 buildings, HUD project.

1998

Changed name to Hamilton Communities.

2000

Opening of Hamilton Healthcare, The Pointe, and Meadows Assisted Living (Genesis), installed 85 skilled beds.

2005

Epp Hall closed.

2007

August 1, afilliated with Greencroft Communities.

2011

March, Incinerator Building was converted to Sugar Shack for Maple Syrup.