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 …
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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 …
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