At Givens Great Laurels in Waynesville, one resident is simply known as “Granny.” At 92 years old, Ruth has earned that nickname through years of love, service, and connection—especially through her work with the Foster Grandparent Program at Jonathan Valley Elementary School. A single mother for more than 50 years, Ruth raised four sons in …
Givens Communities served as the presenting sponsor of the recent Buncombe County Age Friendly Summit, a full-day event dedicated to promoting healthy aging and enhancing quality of life for older adults across Western North Carolina. The summit brought together community leaders, healthcare professionals, and local organizations to share knowledge, resources, and strategies that support individuals …
Residents of Givens Highland Farms gathered to celebrate the grand opening of its new Brain Health Studio, an innovative space designed to support cognitive fitness, physical coordination, and overall well-being for older adults. The ribbon cutting event marked an exciting milestone for the community and for Taryn Tindall, Longevity & Brain Health Director at Givens Communities, …
Mark Massar, a maintenance technician at Givens Estates, has been recognized with the 2026 Service Excellence Award by LeadingAge North Carolina. Selected as one of only five frontline employees out of more than 22,000 candidates, this honor reflects his dedication and care he brings to the Asheville campus every day. The award was presented by …
On May 21, more than 100 attendees gathered at the A-B Tech Conference Center in Asheville to celebrate the 106th birthday of Wilma Dykeman—an influential writer, environmentalist, and social justice advocate whose legacy continues to inspire generations. The annual Wilma Dykeman Birthday Legacy Celebration brings together environmentalists, artists, writers, and community leaders for an evening of …
In a recent video and podcast interview with Carolina Living Choices magazine, Givens Home First director Jessie Bosshard explains what aging in place safely and confidently looks like — and why planning earlier can change everything and dispels the notion that in-home care is only needed after a life-altering event. Read the full article and …
Givens Communities proudly served as the Presenting Sponsor of the Asheville Chamber Challenge 5k on May 1. More than 800 participants and attendees – including residents and team members from across Givens Communities – came together in celebration of movement and connection. Hosted by the Asheville Chamber of Commerce, the annual event promotes wellness, workplace …
Givens Communities has been selected as one of Senior Care’s Best Places to Work 2026 by Activated Insights, an industry leader in senior care, healthcare, and human services surveys. The award was earned by meeting rigorous benchmarks, supported by objective third-party data, and setting exemplary standards. Activated Insights utilizes third-party survey data to assess, certify …
On Pink Out Day, Givens Communities came together in a meaningful show of support for the Pretty in Pink Foundation, proudly standing with breast cancer patients across North Carolina. As a sponsor of this impactful event, Givens Communities honored the Foundation’s mission to ensure uninsured and underinsured individuals can access quality, lifesaving medical treatment. Team members and …
Carol Watson, who has been part of the Givens Highland Farms for an incredible 45 years, was recently honored with the Service Excellence Award from LeadingAge North Carolina. Carol works in Financial Operations, supporting team members through payroll and accounts payable. In her role, she ensures accurate, timely financial operations by handling accounts payable, payroll …