Givens Communities Achieves Strong Financial Rating
Givens Communities, a respected leader in senior living, has reached a major financial and organizational milestone by maintaining an A- rating from Fitch Ratings. Announced July 8, the high rating highlights the nonprofit organization’s commitment to fiscal responsibility, excellence in care and long-term sustainability. Fitch, one of the world’s most prominent credit rating agencies, cited […]
Retirement Planning Event For Asheville Area Residents
The Asheville-Buncombe County Black Elders group will host a quarterly meeting on July 23, from noon until 2 p.m. with the topic of retirement planning. The event will be held at 200 College Street with free parking available in the parking deck. Guests may arrive at 11:30 a.m. to talk with friends, community organizations and […]
Stay Safe, Beat the Sweltering Heat
Recent high temperatures prompt this reminder for seniors to take extra care when spending time outdoors or in areas without air conditioning. People aged 65 years or older are more prone to heat-related health problems. Older adults do not adjust as well as young people to higher temperatures. They are more likely to have a […]
Financial Stewardship, Fiscal Stability and Trust
Givens Communities is considered to be one of the most financially stable nonprofit senior living organizations in the country. Financial stability is the backbone of any nonprofit organization, it’s what allows them to fulfill their mission effectively and sustain its operations over the long term. Givens is rated A- by Fitch Ratings, one of the […]
Tools for the Future – Vibrant Aging Accomplished With Technology
By embracing new technology, Givens Communities is opening doors to a future of greater empowerment, agency, safety, and connection for our residents. Imagine living in a community where your home itself helps take care of you. Reminding you to take your medication, preventing illness with sensors that proactively detect illness and align health care services […]
Learn First Seminars to Focus on ‘Coming Together After the Storm’
Givens Home First is partnering with Resources for Resilience for the next series of Learn First Seminars as an opportunity to gather as a community to explore healing, resilience and reconnection. “Hurricane Helene left her mark on our mountain communities—bringing unexpected challenges, stress, and disruption to our daily lives,” said Jessie Bosshard, executive director of […]
Highlights of 50 Years of Givens Communities
With so many accomplishments in 50 years of Givens Communities, this special edition of the Discovery newsletter is dedicated to capturing a few highlights, published with appreciation to all who have contributed to the success and promising future of this senior living organization. Discovery 50th Special Edition Discovery 50th Special Spanish Edition
Julia McCoy Scholarship 2025 Recipients Announced
The Julia McCoy Scholarship Committee, comprised of Givens Communities Human Resources and Philanthropy Department team members, have announced the 2025 recipients. The scholarship was created to honor the former Training and Development Director who retired in April 2023 and remains known for her dedication, passion and drive for excellence in training, education and professional development. […]
Flip the Script on Aging Is Theme for Older Americans Month
May is Older Americans Month, a time to recognize the many contributions that older adults make in the community, reaffirm commitments to providing services and support to seniors, and include their voices in community planning. Each May, the Administration for Community Living leads the nation in recognizing Older Americans Month and chooses the theme. The […]
Givens Communities Team Members Recognized For Excellence
Four teams members with Givens Communities were among recipients when LeadingAge North Carolina presented its annual awards this week during the 2025 conference. Justin Upright, Rob Dirscherl and Keith Robinette of the Givens Communities Training and Development Team earned the 2025 Workplace Excellence Award, which recognizes an investment in staff and workplace environment that promotes […]