In today’s episode of the RAL Room Podcast, we sit down with Tom Hignite, an artist-turned-homebuilder who’s designed over 2,500 homes and brought his imagination and heart into the world of residential assisted living.
Inspired by his father’s experience in care, Tom took a bold step: creating uniquely designed adult family homes in Wisconsin — complete with bird aviaries, in-home theaters, immersive screens, and intentional resident groupings to maximize quality of life.
Inside the episode:
✅ Why Tom transitioned from building thousands of homes to just a handful of purpose-built care homes
✅ How Disney-style creativity inspired his assisted living amenities
✅ What he’s learned about matching residents by personality and care needs
✅ How small homes with incredible design can outperform big-box facilities
✅ Practical tips for building high-impact homes in oversaturated markets
Tom’s story is unlike anything we’ve featured — full of wisdom, creativity, and a huge heart for seniors. 🧡🏡
🎧 Listen now for one of the most innovative and inspiring episodes yet!
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