Upmc Senior Communities Inc.

“Section A: Governing Body and Management Question 2: Multiple UPMC Officers, Directors, and/or Key Employees have business realtionships by virtue of the fact that they are also Officers, Directors, and/or Key Employees of UPMC subsidiaries and affiliates, which are not separately disclosed below. Question 6: UPMC Senior Communities, Inc. has one sole member, the exempt entity UPMC. Question 7A: The parent entity of UPMC Senior Communities, Inc., UPMC, has the abilty to appoint board members to UPMC Senior Communities, Inc. as stipulated in the by-laws of UPMC Senior Communities, Inc.”

“Section B: Policies Question 11: A full copy of the form 990 is provided to each board of directors member prior to filing. Question 12c: UPMC requires all of its key employees and non-employed personnel to comply with its conflict of interest policies when they engage in UPMC-related business. People covered by the policies include: -UPMC entity board members, board committee members, and corporate officers -UPMC physicians and non-physician employees who hold a position of influence -Non-employed members of the UPMC medical staff who hold a positon of influence of trust -Individuals conducting clinical research at UPMC, whether or not they are employed by UPMC These people are required to complete a questionnaire at least annually. An electronic form has been developed to capture the data from the questionnaire and to monitor completion. The information, along with other data, is used to capture individual and institutional relationships so that potential conflicts of interest can be identified. If a potential conflict is identified regarding a specific UPMC activity the corporate compliance department, with the assistance of the legal department, evaluate the activity in relation to the potential conflict. If a perceived or actual conflict is determined to exist and a decision is made to proceed with the activity, a written plan designed to prevent the conflict from influencing decisions related to the activity is developed. The process is ultimately overseen by a conflict of interest committee of the UPMC board of directors on behalf of all UPMC subsidiaries, including UPMC Senior Communities, Inc. Question 15a and b: UPMC has established a rigorous compensation review process for its top executives which includes review by its executive compensation committee in a process intended to satisfy the "rebuttable presumption of reasonableness" set forth in the regulations to section 4958 of the internal revenue code. UPMC gives authority to those executives to establish the compensation of executives of others subsidiaries and business units, including those of UPMC Senior Communities, Inc.”

“Section C: Disclosure Question 19: Upon request, management determines public disclosure applicability.”

“UPMC SENIOR COMMUNITIES, INC. EIN: 25-1574736 FISCAL YEAR ENDING JUNE 30, 2016 Form 990, Part IIIStatement of Program Service Accomplishments The primary exempt purpose of UPMC Senior Communities is the ownership of two types of residential homes for the elderly: Independent Congregate Living Facilities (ICLs) and Assisted Living Facilities (ALFs). UPMC Senior Communities is also the parent entity of several federally tax exempt skilled nursing facilities. UPMC Senior Communities is a charitable, non-profit corporation founded in 1988 for the purpose of building, owning, operating and maintaining skilled nursing, assisted living, and independent living facilities specifically designed, planned and equipped to meet the physical, emotional, recreational, social, and spiritual needs of elderly or ill persons. UPMC Senior Communities, Inc. offers a variety of living options for Western Pennsylvania-area seniors to meet virtually every need. The goal is to fill a need for area seniors who want a worry-free and enjoyable lifestyle that is affordable and keeps them close to important family and hometown roots. Independent Living A home billed as an independent-living retirement residence is for seniors who are generally independent but who may need a little assistance in daily routines, or instrumental activities of daily living (IADLs) including meal preparation and transportation. Residents at these retirement facilities access services including daily meals, housekeeping and laundry service, and scheduled van transportation to shopping and appointments. Live-in resident managers are available around the clock to provide an extra measure of safety and security. Residents can bring their own furniture, automobiles, and even pets, making UPMC Senior Communities independent living facilities true homes. Independent living is also designed to promote an active lifestyle and offers a full program of activities and entertainment, which enable socialization and prevent the isolation and healthcare complications that can result from living alone. Every building is equipped with dining facilities, space for family and other social gatherings, game room, hair-styling salon, activities room, and library for the residents' enjoyment. Trips to concerts, shows, and luncheons are planned, and residents often make new friends who share common interests. Assisted Living Residents in assisted living facilities are able to enjoy the independence and privacy of apartment living but receive extra assistance with daily activities. Although self-reliance is important, help is available to residents who need it. Assisted living services, such as medication management, nutritional support, personal care services for assistance with dressing, bathing and other needs, and emergency response provide residents with care in the convenience and comfort of their own home. Personal care services provided are individualized to each residents needs. As in the independent-living residences, assisted living facilities are designed with all the amenities that make them comfortable and welcoming homes. Indoor and outdoor recreation areas and a schedule of daily activities provide residents with an enjoyable setting that promotes functional independence and wellness, and meets needs. The facilities that comprise UPMC Senior Communities, Inc. are as follows: Independent Living Beatty Point Village Vanadium Woods Village Hampton Fields Village Assisted Living Facilities Seneca Manor Weatherwood Manor”

“Part II and III, Identification of related Tax-exempt and taxable p-ship There are organizations included in the UPMC Group form 990 tax return for fiscal year 2016 which are related to UPMC Senior Communities, Inc. These organizations are not required to be listed in schedule R. The organization or related organizations are related through direct and indirect control.”