News & Events
Vital successful aging is our focus at Ecumen and in the senior housing communities that we serve.
Recent News
Ecumen Names Shawna Jokinen as New Executive Director in Grand Rapids, MN
Ecumen names Shawna Jokinen as the new leader at Grand Village in Grand Rapids, Minnesota. Ecumen manages Grand Village on behalf of its owner Itasca County.
Ecumen's Leadership-Mentoring Program Featured in "Twin Cities Business" Magazine
The mentoring strategies of Ecumen's leadership development program, Velocity, are highlighted in "Learning to Get Things Done," a feature in the May issue of Twin Cities Business magazine.
Ecumen Pathstone leader Jennifer Pfeffer honored with YWCA's "Women of Distinction" Award
Kudos to Jennifer Pfeffer, campus administrator of Ecumen Pathstone senior living community. Jennifer is among three Mankato area leaders named by the YWCA as 2012 "Women of Distintion" and honored recent gala.
Ecumen's Awakenings Program Offers Hope with Fewer Drugs
From New America Media: "While the world of psychiatry debates the origins of dementia and Congress probes the abuse of mind-numbing drugs in controlling seniors in nursing homes, some innovative care centers are finding early success with experimental programs that help elders cope with dementia while reducing -- or eliminating -- the use of psychotropic medications."
Read the full story that includes Ecumen's Awakenings program among those offering new options in dementia care.
Ecumen Bethany Community begins $3 Million Expansion
Big things are happening at Ecumen Bethany Community. Ecumen, a nonprofit senior housing and services company, is expanding senior living and service offerings in Alexandria. Ecumen Bethany Community recently started a $3 million renovation and expansion project that will improve short-term rehabilitation services and introduce memory care.
Read the full story in the Alexandria ECHO Press, or click on the title, above.
Ecumen's Emmanuel Community in Detroit Lakes Raises $44,000 at Charity Benefit
Ecumen's Emmanuel Foundation Charity Benefit 2012 entertained 200 guests and raised $44,000 to support Emmanuel’s “Healthy Life & Spirit” program expansion and to purchase additional Nu Step exercise bikes and specialized beds. “We are grateful for the people in this community and surrounding communities that support the good work of Emmanuel Community," said Fund Development Coordinator Sandy Lia.
Read the full story at DL-Online or click the title, above.
Ecumen Brings Respite Care to Saint Peter, Minnesota
Ecumen Prairie Hill in St. Peter, Minnesota is now providing respite care for people living with Alzheimer's, dementia and other chronic care needs. It's a great resource for caregivers and their loved ones.
Mover: Shelly Kendrick, Ecumen's new Vice President of Housing
Last month Ecumen welcomed Shelly Kendrick, our new vice president of housing. The Pioneer Press captures Shelly's new role and leadership spirit in today's "Mover" profile.
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