Find greater independence with Wesley’s Catered Living program. Is meal preparation getting too difficult so you’d rather snack on crackers or microwave a frozen dinner? Do you fear falling and go without showering? Are you forgetting to take your medications and risk having a dangerous health event? Wesley has a living option that allows you
At 100 years old, Harriet is loving her journey at Wesley. Along that journey, there are many people and places that give meaning to life. Harriet Farman, a long-time resident of Wesley, lives her journey joyfully. Having lived previously at Wesley Des Moines and now at Wesley Bradley Park, Harriet is a cherished friend of
Learn about Wesley’s COVID-19 vaccination rollout and watch our video to hear perspectives from residents of Wesley communities. Nearly 100% of residents and over 70% of staff at Wesley communities have completed the two-dose regimen of the COVID vaccine. Coordinating this massive effort on Wesley campuses was no small feat as over 3,000 doses have
By Wesley Community Foundation One of the joys of senior living is welcoming newcomers to Wesley communities. It is especially exciting when a new building opens, such as The Gardens at Wesley Des Moines. During the hustle and bustle of new residents moving in with their furnishings and belongings, it’s not unusual to see them
By Ellen Johanson Did you know that Wesley Community Foundation has contributed over $200,000 this year to cover the cost of housing for residents who through no fault of their own have run out of funds? Imagine the good feeling of being able to remain in the home you chose and love, even when you
By Ellen Johanson Compassionate care matters. Family members know it. Excellent caregivers provide it. And residents feel it, even those unable to verbalize it. Ardith, a Lea Hill resident for over three years, knew Wesley was where she wanted to live because she had received excellent care at the Wesley Des Moines Health Center. In
By Ellen Johanson, Annual Giving Manager for Wesley Community Foundation With only one day left of our annual giving event, we are inspired by our communities. As senior living communities work to protect themselves against COVID-19, we’re challenged with engaging residents during physical distancing and stay home-stay safe requirements. We balance enriching activities and communicating
During this most challenging time for older adults and health care workers, Wesley Gives BIG is your opportunity to help us keep our residents and staff safe. Wesley Gives BIG is an annual giving event leading up to Wednesday, May 6, but why wait when you can GIVE EARLY! GREATEST NEED FUND: Your dollars go to where
Many have asked how to help Wesley – through Wesley Community Foundation – during this most challenging time for our residents and our dedicated staff. Ways You Can Help During COVID-19: Make a donation to Wesley Community Foundation’s GREATEST NEED Fund. To meet the many challenges COVID-19 presents, both today and into the future, Wesley
From staff to residents, the spirit of giving thrives at Wesley. By Ellen Johanson, Annual Giving Manager Wesley Community Foundation Chances are you have probably heard, “It is better to give than to receive.” It is well-known since the person credited with saying it was Jesus Christ, so the saying has been around for about
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