November is National Home Care Month, a time to recognize and celebrate the dedicated caregivers who make it possible for older adults to remain safe, comfortable, and independent in their homes. We are incredibly grateful for our Givens Home First & Givens Aldersgate at Home team and the compassion, kindness,
Western Carolina University’s School of Nursing is collaborating with Givens Communities through clinical partnerships and experiential learning initiatives that connect nursing students with older adults. The signature initiative is the annual Crossing Generations Workshop. First-semester students in the Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing program are paired with residents to
Givens Communities was a part of the Asheville Walk to End Alzheimer’s, joining the region in raising awareness and showing support for individuals and families impacted by Alzheimer’s and other dementias. The Saturday event brought together 311 participants from 47 teams to raise more than $112,000 in support of the
Carolina Living Choices recently sat down with Jessie Bosshard, executive director of Givens Home First for their “Ask an Expert” series to discuss aging in place in Western North Carolina. Aging in place refers to the ability to live in one’s own home as you grow older – and preferably
Mother’s Day is a time to honor the women who have shaped our lives through love, resilience, and everyday care. At Givens Home First, we see every day how meaningful it is to support those moments at home – where comfort, familiarity, and connection matter most. This Mother’s Day, consider
Last month, our team at Givens Home First had the pleasure of sharing a short, 10-minute presentation with residents at Givens Estates and Givens Highland Farms on a topic that may seem simple—but can truly make a meaningful difference: bidets. While often associated with comfort, bidets offer benefits that go