In the aftermath of Hurricane Helene and lingering hardships across the region, the human resources department at Givens Communities is providing coping tips and resources for residents and staff. With a catastrophe and an extended recovery period such is happening in Western North Carolina, it is not unusual to see increased stress, anxiety and depression. …
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 …
For Maria Mason, a resident at Givens Estates continuing care retirement community in Asheville, facing the storm aftermath is becoming less daunting. “Right here, right now, I feel fortunate,” said Mason, who was on her way to a campus gathering for a morning update. “There’s camaraderie, we’re finding ways to help and volunteer. And the …
Kevin Schwab, CEO of Givens Communities, updated storm response, resident services and supply needs with nonprofit senior living organization. He reiterated that residents are safe and accounted for, team members and health services staff are onsite at all locations and routine wellness checks are taking place. Regional cellular and Internet communication remains largely unavailable, so …
Christian Grunder, Givens Communities Vice President of Human Relations, was a panelist in a Sept. 18 moderated discussion about efforts to support recovery-to-work efforts in the region. The event took place at the Land of Sky Regional Council offices in Asheville following a televised press conference to announce Appalachian Regional Commission’s INSPIRE grants related to …
Givens Communities is designated as a Recovery Friendly Workplace that supports health, wellness and safety through a culture that breaks down the stigma often associated with the disease of addiction, substance use and recovery. Helping us in those efforts is Learning-To-Lead LLC, an area group that coordinates the assignment of vocational trainees to entry-level positions …
Givens Highland Farms in Black Mountain and Givens Estates in Asheville again are recipients of a 5-year accreditation by CARF International, meaning our independent senior living communities passed an in-depth review based on national and international quality standards. CARF International – the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities – is an independent, nonprofit accreditor of …
Givens Communities believes an individual’s quality of life is enhanced through a healthy and balanced lifestyle, and that wellness is a continual process, which includes taking personal responsibility for one’s mind, body and spirit. Givens provides more than four walls and a roof to residents. We offer rich and meaningful experiences and support services that …
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 …
Almost half a century ago, something new, exciting and with tremendous potential for the future happened in Asheville. August 1975 and Givens Estates was established as a nonprofit senior living organization, becoming the foundation and predecessor of Givens Communities – and the culmination of an expressed desire by Marion J. Givens. For many years Mrs. …