New program introduces physician-led, data-driven model to improve chronic disease management, reduce medication burden, and enhance quality of life in assisted living residents
TOWARD Health is excited to announce the launch of a novel assisted living initiative aimed at transforming chronic disease management through structured, evidence-based metabolic care. The program is supported by a philanthropic grant from the Baszucki Group and will be implemented in collaboration with A Paradise for Parents, an assisted living network based in Arizona and led by Hal Cranmer.
The initiative introduces a coordinated care model designed to address the complex medical needs of assisted living residents, many of whom live with chronic conditions such as type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular disease, obesity, and neurodegenerative disorders. By integrating metabolic medicine, geriatric care, and lifestyle-based interventions, the program seeks to improve clinical outcomes while reducing reliance on medications and fragmented care delivery.
“This program represents an important step forward in bringing modern, evidence-based metabolic care into assisted living environments,” said Dr. Tro Kalayjian, Chief Medical Officer of TOWARD Health. “We are focused on delivering real, measurable improvements in health outcomes while supporting residents, families, and care teams with a more coordinated and proactive model of care.”
Through its partnership with A Paradise for Parents, TOWARD Health will implement this model in real-world assisted living settings, working closely with on-site caregivers, staff, and leadership to ensure seamless integration of clinical protocols and care coordination. The initiative is structured as a clinical quality improvement program, implementing established standards of care with an emphasis on metabolic health.
Program Overview
The TOWARD Health assisted living model combines telehealth-enabled physician management with on-site interdisciplinary care teams. Core components include:
- Personalized therapeutic carbohydrate reduction tailored to individual clinical needs
- Continuous metabolic monitoring, including glucose tracking when appropriate
- Structured exercise programming to support mobility and functional independence
- Medication reconciliation and targeted deprescribing strategies
- Integrated coordination across nursing, dietary, and rehabilitation teams
This approach is designed to bring consistency, precision, and accountability to chronic disease management within assisted living settings.
Data-Driven Evaluation and Scalability
The program will systematically evaluate clinical and operational outcomes using data derived from routine care, including metabolic markers, functional assessments, cognitive screening, medication utilization, and resource allocation.
Initial implementation will focus on a diverse group of residents with varying levels of independence and medical complexity, including those living with metabolic conditions, cardiovascular disease, and cognitive or neurologic challenges. Insights from this program will help develop a scalable model that can be expanded across additional assisted living communities.
Addressing a Critical Gap in Care
Assisted living populations represent one of the fastest-growing and most medically complex segments of the healthcare system, yet care delivery models have remained largely unchanged. This initiative aims to address that gap by introducing a proactive, root-cause–focused approach to chronic disease management.
By standardizing multidisciplinary care practices and leveraging continuous monitoring and telehealth, TOWARD Health seeks to improve metabolic and functional stability, reduce unnecessary medication burden, and enhance overall quality of life for residents.
About TOWARD Health
TOWARD Health is a nationwide, physician-led metabolic health practice delivering care through telemedicine, remote monitoring, and structured nutrition interventions. The organization focuses on addressing root causes of chronic disease through personalized, data-driven care models designed to improve outcomes and reduce healthcare costs.
About A Paradise for Parents
A Paradise for Parents, led by Hal Cranmer, is an Arizona-based assisted living network dedicated to helping families find high-quality care environments for their loved ones. The organization partners with care providers to enhance the quality, coordination, and experience of assisted living services.
About the Baszucki Group
The Baszucki Group is a philanthropic organization dedicated to advancing innovative approaches to metabolic health and serious mental illness. Through strategic funding and partnerships, the organization supports initiatives aimed at improving clinical outcomes and expanding access to effective care models.
