What’s in store for Wesley this year? There is plenty to be excited about as we look to the year ahead. Wesley is continuing to grow and expand its services and living options for aging well. The New Gardens building at Wesley Des Moines is scheduled to open in July. Though little can be seen
Wesley residents share some special personal stories. Christmas is one of the most wonderful times of the year. The colorful lights and Christmas decorations, laughing children, crisp weather and the celebration of the birth of Christ define the holiday season. These elements make the season joyful. Christmas is also significant because of the time we
Wrapping up Wesley’s 75th Year. It’s been a festive year here at Wesley with all our campuses celebrating Wesley’s 75 years as an organization. Wesley Lea Hill kicked off the celebrations in August with fun 1940s themed dress and decorations. That same month, Bradley Park held its Grand Opening and open house where guests were
The leaves can fall but not you! This month is Fall Prevention month, which is a great reminder to assess fall risks. Commonly, chronic health conditions such as heart disease, low blood pressure and dementia can play a role, as well as vision impairment, medications and muscle weakness. Many can be dismissive of falls as
October is Pastor Appreciation Month at Wesley. Coinciding with Wesley celebrating its 75th anniversary this year, we’d like to highlight Wesley’s history and close relationship with its pastors. Ever since Wesley’s founding, pastors have played an important role in the organization. We’re proud to say that, to this day, pastors are still a meaningful part
Bernie Dorsey is recognized for his work on founding Conscious Fathering classes. Bernie Dorsey, Foundation Major Gifts Officer and Campaign Manager, was recently awarded the 2019 Laura Smith Brown Children’s Champion Award. The Board of Directors of Parent Trust for Washington Children presents this prestigious award in recognition of Bernie’s many years of leadership on
Wesley Homes is celebrating 75 years of serving Pacific Northwest families! Founded in 1944, the organization now has retirement communities in Des Moines, Auburn and Puyallup as well as three in-home care agencies: home health, home care and hospice. Rev. Dr. Stanley G. Logan, Superintendent of the Puget Sound District of the United Methodist Church,
Wesley has recently earned three 5-star Medicare ratings! Three Wesley health divisions have been awarded Medicare’s top marks in this year’s state survey. Wesley Des Moines Health Center earned an overall 5-star rating based on a state review of health inspection, fire safety, staffing and care quality. “Our five stars signal superior care and personal
Enjoy this Easter poem by resident Elsie M. Brown, 1919-2013. New Life ~by Elsie M. Brown Silently, amid the explosion of budding trees and countless evidences of new life, Easter comes to us. Awakened plants push up through watery beds as they stretch toward the life-giving sun. Easter… that glorious time of year when people,
With continued services necessary, Wesley employees came together during the snow storms to help support staff and residents. Over the past week, a series of snowstorms hit the greater Seattle area with over 20 inches of snowfall. These storms have broken the record for the most February snow since 1949. While many businesses and schools
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