Grief and the Holidays: Caring for Yourself and Honoring Your Loved One By Corrine McCallum | November 19, 2024 The holiday season is often depicted as a time of joy, togetherness, and celebration. But for many, it’s also a time of profound grief, especially if a loved one has passed away. The absence of someone important can make the holidays feel heavier, more difficult…

Ecumen Announces Jenn Faris as Director - Hospice Operations By Corrine McCallum | November 13, 2024 Ecumen is pleased to announce that Jenn Faris has joined the Ecumen Hospice team as Director – Hospice Operations. Faris brings decades of experience in home health and hospice care to her new role. She most recently served as Program Manager for Park Nicollet…

Connecting with the Community: Ecumen North Branch and Viking Vittles By Corrine McCallum | November 7, 2024 Ecumen North Branch is always looking for meaningful ways to engage with their community and make a positive impact. One special initiative that their residents look forward to every two weeks is the partnership with the Viking Vittles program, a local effort to…

Two Ecumen Communities Land 2024 Top Senior Living Community Award by the Mpls. St. Paul Magazine By Corrine McCallum | October 31, 2024 We’re proud to announce that two Ecumen communities have been honored as 2024 Top Living Communities by Mpls. St. Paul Magazine. To create this list, the Mpls. St. Paul Magazine partnered with DataJoe, a respected national research…

A Journey at Ecumen Detroit Lakes of Support and Encouragement By Corrine McCallum | October 30, 2024 Ecumen Detroit Lakes recently witnessed a heartwarming story that beautifully encapsulates the essence of creativity and support. It all began with Wayne, a talented individual whose history with painting was uncertain, but whose passion for art was undeniable.……

Celebrating the Spirit of "What We Can Do" at Ecumen By Corrine McCallum | October 22, 2024 At Ecumen, we believe in focusing on what we can do, and that philosophy shines through in the stories of those we serve. We want to share a heartwarming tale about Carl, a dedicated resident at Ecumen Prairie Hill, whose passion for farming and yard work has truly inspired those…

Finding Her Calling: Britta’s Journey to Ecumen Lakeshore By Corrine McCallum | October 9, 2024 Britta, a Life Enrichment team member at Ecumen Lakeshore, didn’t always know she would end up working in senior services. Her background is diverse, ranging from real estate and sales to appraising homes and working as a flight attendant. However, it was her personal experiences…

Finding Purpose and Joy: Ione's Journey at Ecumen Pathstone By Corrine McCallum | October 4, 2024 When Ione moved to Ecumen Pathstone, like many, it took some time to adjust. She was used to a routine of cooking, cleaning, tending to her garden, and keeping busy with the everyday tasks of life. The transition to a new living environment was a change, but thanks to the…

Reclaiming Independence and Inspiring Others By Corrine McCallum | September 30, 2024 Recovering from any sort of setback can be a long journey. Sometimes the loss of independence and ownership over your life can make the path even more difficult. Fortunately, Bob’s experience at Ecumen Detroit Lakes has been different. “When I first got here, they would do…