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 …
One of the most meaningful milestones in this next chapter for Givens Communities is the evolution of philanthropic work. In a major announcement, Givens Philanthropy will now become Givens Foundation—a name that more clearly reflects the vital role that philanthropy plays in advancing the mission and expanding impact of this nonprofit senior living organization. While …
Givens Communities has entered into a partnership with the Buck Institute for Research on Aging to sponsor the Longevity Inspired Vitality Education program for research into practical, everyday strategies for healthier living. An initiative of Givens Communities Longevity and Brain Health Program, the partnership will provide residents with access to monthly, facilitated master classes. The …
article by JoAnn Lindfors, Philanthropy Communications and Stewardship Associate Givens Communities continues its commitment to being a good neighbor in Western North Carolina, recently expanding its community impact through support of the Asheville Poverty Initiative (API) and its 12 Baskets Food Café. The partnership was celebrated at Westival, a sold-out fundraiser held at Archetype Brewing in …
Givens Communities officials joined U.S. Rep. Chuck Edwards and U.S. Secretary of Housing and Urban Development Scott Turner, a Presidential Cabinet member, for a tour of the historic Clinchfield Mill in Marion, on Thursday, March 12. The tour was led by Teresa Stephens, Vice President of Givens Affordable Communities, who highlighted the vision for transforming …