Special Grand Marshall in Town Christmas Parade
What a festive day for residents and staff who enjoyed making our beautiful float and participated in the Black Mountain Christmas parade! Givens Highland Farms resident Belvadene Joliff was honored as the Grand Marshal. Learn why she is dressed as a “Rosie the Riveter” at https://www.thevalleyecho.com/all-news/the-holiday-season-comes-to-town
New Philanthropy Vice President
Givens Communities NEWS RELEASE Givens Communities Announces New Vice President of Philanthropy ASHEVILLE, N.C. – Givens Communities, a leader in senior living opportunities, has announced that Brian Guengerich will become the vice president of philanthropy for the nonprofit organization. “I think philanthropy provides a tremendous opportunity to advance Givens’ vision of expanding possibilities for aging,” […]
Always Be Thankful
As 2021 comes to a close, we reflect with gratitude on our residents’ uncommon resilience during unprecedented times. Our community responded with grace and understanding when we had to reinstate the safety measures necessary to be healthy throughout the year. In appreciation, Givens Highland Farms is pleased to give each of our residents the “2021 […]
Our Community’s Giving Tree
The story begins in 2016 with a large white oak tree that grew on the grounds where the homes of Meadowmont now stand. Executive Director Ken Kramer discerned that the tree could be harvested and cut into boards that would be kiln-dried. The collective vision was that someday somebody would use the lumber for special […]
Givens Communities announces its Board of Directors has appointed a new CEO
Givens Communities announces its Board of Directors has appointed a new CEO
Kevin Schwab will serve as President and Chief Executive Officer beginning August 30, 2021.
Kevin Schwab will follow current President and CEO Ken Partin, who will be retiring after 40 years of outstanding leadership and faithful service to the organization, 30 of which were spent as Givens’ CEO.
Givens Communities Celebrates Black History Month
Who was Dr. Carter G. Woodson and why do we celebrate in February?
Martin Luther King, Jr. Day is January 18
Givens Highlands Farms honors the legacy of Dr. King
A Letter From Ken Partin, CEO on Social Inequality
June 5, 2020 Dear Residents, I am writing to you today on behalf of Givens Communities in order to address the blatant systemic discrimination and social inequality our friends, neighbors, and fellow citizens of color continue to face. These issues are here at our door, and we know that many of our residents, team members […]
Covid-19 Update March 17
Date: Tuesday March 17, 2020 Although Givens Highland Farms has no confirmed cases of the coronavirus known as COVID-19, we did learn yesterday of the first reported case in Buncombe County from the Health Department. We will implement protocols and adjust as necessary to keep residents and team members as protected as possible. Effective Wednesday, […]
Environmental Sustainability
The Dining Services Department provides our residents with a variety of delicious and healthy options through innovative menus and fresh ingredients. Under the skillful guidance of our Executive Chef Susan Davila, Dining they are increasing efforts to reduce our environmental impact and to create a number of sustainability programs. The programs we are most proud […]
