| "My whole life has revolved around faith, family, work, and stewardship. Being raised in a family of
entrepreneurs with an interesting mix in the agriculture, healthcare, and hospitality industries gave me a
sense of purpose and responsibility at a young age. As a third generation owner and operator of senior living
communities, I am thankful for the experience and wisdom gained from spending time with some of the
finest members of the Greatest Generation. Bridging this traditional wisdom with an awareness of Georgia's
current challenges and opportunities is something I am passionate about. I am very humbled and excited
about the opportunity to represent the families and businesses of South Georgia as the State House
Representative for District 175. I firmly believe that to whom much is given much is expected. I have been
given many great opportunities in life and that is why I feel responsible for giving a portion of my time and
energy towards helping others."
- State Representative John LaHood
State Representative John LaHood was elected to the Georgia House of Representatives through a special
election in February of 2018. In the State House, he serves on several committees, including Health and
Human Services, Human Relations & Aging, Game, Fish, & Parks, and Information & Audits. As owner and
President of Fellowship Senior Living, Inc, John is responsible for business development, strategic
management, and general oversight of the company's daily operations and its affiliated senior living
properties, which employs approximately 250 people. He is a third generation owner and operator of
assisted living and memory care communities. Beginning his full-time senior living career in 1997, he has
a proven business acumen and a record of effective leadership in the industry. He was recognized in 2004
and 2006 for Best Practices in Personal Care Homes & Assisted Living Communities by the Georgia
Department of Community Health and several other state associations. He served as President of the
Assisted Living Association of Georgia from 2010-2013 during a period of major transition in the
legislative and regulatory environment. He was an advisory workgroup member hosted by the
Department of Community Health in 2011-2012 that influenced the rules and regulations for Georgia's
new Assisted Living Community licensure and he continues to be on a first name basis with many DCH
officials. John is a Registered Nurse and also holds many other certifications that support him in his role
as President/CEO of Fellowship Senior Living.
A Georgia native, John lives within walking distance of Fellowship Home at Brookside, in Valdosta, GA
with his wife Crystal. They have four children; George, Anna, Jackson, and Brown. In addition to running
his business, John finds time to remain actively involved in his children's activities and in numerous
organizations such as Leadership Georgia (Class of 2015), Georgia Senior Living Association, Assisted
Living Association of Georgia (Past President), Valdosta/Lowndes Chamber of Commerce, Valdosta
Rotary Club, and the Boys & Girls Club. John enjoys spending time outdoors on his family farm, flying, and
being with family and friends. |