Givens Communities, an Asheville-based senior living nonprofit organization that includes Givens Great Laurels in Waynesville, announces a partnership with the innovative Purple Spaces program as a commitment to disrupt the cycle of domestic abuse. Recognizing that 1 in 3 women and 1 in 4 men will experience domestic abuse in their lifetimes and addressing the …
According to U.S. News & World Report, moving into a senior living community can lessen an older adult’s sense of isolation and loneliness. The media outlet surveyed senior living residents and their families about experiences with loneliness and health effects of social isolation. More than 69% of older adults surveyed said they felt lonely much …
Every three months, Givens Communities publishes a newsletter to inform residents, future residents, team and board members, as well as community partners, about some of the happenings, recognition, events and updates that our dynamic, engaged nonprofit organization is experiencing. Retirement and senior living are at the heart of who we are and what we do. …
The Givens Communities Training and Development Team, made up of Justin Upright, Rob Dirscherl and Keith Robinette, has earned the 2025 Workplace Excellence Award by LeadingAge North Carolina. The award recognizes an investment in staff and workplace environment in fostering a healthy workplace culture and environment that promotes the recruitment, retention and development of staff …
Teresa Stephens, Vice President of Givens Affordable Communities, is a guest speaker for a LeadingAge discussion on affordable senior housing on Feb. 20. As the demand for affordable housing for older adults grows amid shifting demographics, mission-driven organizations have an opportunity to deepen their impact by addressing this critical need. By incorporating affordable housing into …
This time of year is called the season of giving, something that Givens Communities well knows and appreciates. The senior living organization was born from an act of philanthropy and kindness, and continues to flourish today because of contributions and generous support. The acts of charity and goodwill are shared broadly throughout the year. Within …
The sheer volume of accomplishments and contributions achieved by Givens Communities residents and team members following Hurricane Helene has been remarkable, as seen in this Discovery Newsletter Special Edition.
Solo seniors, as generally defined, are older adults who are not married, live alone and do not have adult children to rely upon. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, there are some 22 million people who meet that criteria in America – an estimated 28% of older adults live alone and are childless. By identifying …
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 …