Aria Care Partners Expands Southeast Presence with Sanford Acquisition

Aria Care Partners, a prominent provider of onsite dental, vision, audiology, and podiatry services for skilled nursing facilities (SNFs), has acquired Sanford Dental, Sanford Vision, and Dynamic Mobile Dentistry. This acquisition, announced on February 26, 2026, marks a significant step in Aria’s strategy to expand its operations in the southeastern United States.

Based in Macon, Georgia, Sanford serves approximately 200 SNFs across Georgia and Alabama, providing essential onsite dental and vision care. The acquisition will not only enhance Aria’s regional footprint but also support its ongoing growth initiatives. As part of the integration process, Aria plans to incorporate Sanford’s operations into its existing framework, thereby improving administrative and technological support for service delivery.

Aria’s commitment to maintaining continuity of care is evident as the company will retain all of Sanford’s care providers, account staff, and client-facing teams. This decision aims to minimize disruption for both residents and facility staff during the transition. Additionally, SNFs will benefit from expanded onsite services that include Aria’s offerings in optometry, audiology, and podiatry, catering to organizations looking for streamlined vendor solutions.

The acquisition also allows residents of the affected facilities to enroll in Aria’s broader dental coverage, as well as its vision and hearing plans. According to John Griscavage, CEO of Aria Care Partners, “Sanford is an excellent fit with our program and brings a strong track record serving SNF communities in Georgia and Alabama.” Griscavage expressed optimism about the value this acquisition will add to these communities and Aria’s goal of becoming a premier provider in the region.

In a statement, John Neel, CEO of Sanford, remarked, “We are enthusiastic to be joining forces with Aria Care Partners. Our customers will be the beneficiaries of expanded service capabilities and offerings.” This partnership underscores the shared vision of both companies to enhance health and well-being for residents.

Founded over 25 years ago, Aria Care Partners has built a reputation as a leader in providing onsite ancillary medical services for skilled nursing facilities. Serving more than 3,000 facilities, the organization emphasizes the interconnectedness of dental, vision, hearing, and podiatry services to improve resident health outcomes. With a dedication to innovative care delivery, Aria is committed to enriching the quality of life for every resident while ensuring families feel confident their loved ones are well cared for.

For more information about Aria Care Partners and its services, visit www.ariacarepartners.com.

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