Dear Friends, I hope this message finds you well. I truly appreciate the outpouring of well wishes and the many offers to help. Hurricane Helene has caused widespread devastation, displacing families, damaging homes, and disrupting essential services. Thankfully, we at Givens Communities are holding up, though we face weeks without water, and have seen significant …
WomanUP, an initiative by the Asheville Area Chamber of Commerce focused on women in business, has announced nominees in its annual awards to recognize excellence across various fields, from trailblazing entrepreneurs to visionary nonprofit leaders. Givens Communities has three outstanding nominees this year: Cheryl Wallen, Director of Givens LifeMinistries, for Outstanding Woman Nonprofit Leader Julie …
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Givens Great Laurels welcomes Sharon Jones as the new Leasing Consultant to the affordable rental retirement community. Sharon holds a bachelor’s degree in business management from the University of North Carolina Asheville and is in the process of pursuing a second bachelor’s degree in personal finance from Western Carolina University. Her professional background has always …
While Givens Great Laurels has the advantage of being in the cool mountains in Waynesville, there could be moments outdoors this summer that are hot. Older adults are more likely to experience heat-related health issues, making it especially important to get relief quickly when overheated. The National Institute on Aging advises: – Get into a …
What exactly is Givens Communities? Take a moment to learn about us and our market-rate and affordable housing options, home care programs, philanthropy endeavors, local outreach efforts, desirable workplace environment, and all the many things that makes Givens Communities a leader in senior living and services here.
Givens Communities embraces the month of May as Older Americans Month, an observance led by the Administration for Community Living, a federal agency that supports older adults through research, education, and innovation. The 2024 theme is “Powered by Connection,” which recognizes the profound impact that meaningful relationships and social connections have on health and well-being. …
Cheryl Wallen, Director of Givens LifeMinistries, recently received the LeadingAge North Carolina Excellence in Community Service Award during an annual conference, held this year in Asheville. The award honors those in direct service, either as employees or volunteers, who demonstrate extraordinary talent, expertise, and dedication in provision of exceptional service to residents. Through Givens LifeMinistries …
Every May, the Administration for Community Living leads the nation’s observance of Older Americans Month, a time to recognize contributions, highlight aging trends, and reaffirm commitments to serving seniors in our communities. The 2024 theme is “Powered by Connection,” which recognizes the profound impact that meaningful relationships and social connections have on health and well-being. …