2019-09 - Presbyterian Homes & Services

Kind Regards: Knowing mom is well cared for

27 September 2019

This month’s Kind Regards installment features humbling words of affirmation from Fran’s family, whom we also consider to be members of our PHS family at Dickson Hollow.

High School Reunion Liberty Dream

26 September 2019

Roger and Jeannette were High School sweethearts, have been married for 62 years, and haven't missed a reunion yet!

My Why: people, service and values

25 September 2019

We share the “My Why” reflection of Lee Osterberg, Regional Operations Director and one of the longest serving employees at PHS. After 40 years serving older adults, Lee says that he can’t tell where PHS ends and he begins!

First day of fall is a call to prevent falls

23 September 2019

Today is the first day of the fall season. It is also the 11th annual Fall Prevention Awareness Day to raise awareness about how to prevent fall-related injuries among older adults. We are committed to reducing the number of falls.Read on for 6 steps on how to stay safe and upright.

Where heartache meets hope

18 September 2019

Optage Hospice Chaplain Jenny Schroedel shares how her work leading grief groups takes her to the intersection of hunger, gladness, heartache and hope.

PHS and Wesley Homes break ground on new community in Bonney Lake, Washington

12 September 2019

Presbyterian Homes & Services (PHS) and Wesley celebrated the official groundbreaking of Wesley at Tehaleh in a ceremony held on Tuesday, September 10, 2019. Located in Bonney Lake, Washington, Wesley at Tehaleh is a joint venture and shared ministry of Wesley and PHS.

Choosing to make a difference

11 September 2019

In honor of National Environmental Services Week, we share a tribute from Engineer Technician Chris Winkel about the people who have inspired his service.

Grandparents Day: Volunteers Bill and Maddie #DoSomethingGrand

8 September 2019

In honor of Grandparents Day, Sunday, September 8, we introduce you to a very special grandfather and granddaughter volunteer team who bring joy to the residents of Waverly Gardens, in North Oaks, MN.

Dorri Goes for a Ride

6 September 2019

Resident Services Director, Nancy Schwartz called on her motorcycle riding co-workers, friends, and volunteers to make Dorri's Liberty Dream come true.

My Why: a heart for the children

4 September 2019

Sharen Keller who lives at Oak Crest in Spring Lake Park, MN, just got back from the “trip of a lifetime.” With the full support of the Oak Crest community behind her, Sharen visited the Children’s Shelter of Cebu to meet face to face with her sponsored children in the Philippines.