News at Givens Highland Farms

GIVENS HIGHLAND FARMS RECOGNIZED FOR HIGH PERFORMING SKILLED NURSING

U.S. News & World Report includes Givens Highland Farms in its latest online directory that evaluates more than 15,000 nursing homes throughout the country, providing ratings in two different areas, short-term rehabilitation and long-term care. The Black Mountain senior living community earned top marks as a high performing facility in both short-term and long-term care … Continued

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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

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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,” … Continued

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GIVENS HIGHLAND FARMS LIBRARY OFFERS DEMENTIA AND CAREGIVING RESOURCES.

The GHF Library recently expanded its offerings related to dementia and caring. Our volunteers organized these resources at the request of Joey Abel, Givens Highland Farms Navigator, and from the feedback from residents and experts at MemoryCare.   Here’s a complete list and where to find them: Boss, Pauline—Ambiguous Loss: Learning to Live with Unresolved Grief … Continued

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Join Us in Supporting Ukrainian Refugees

To Our Family & Friends, There is an opportunity to respond locally to the crisis related to the war in Ukraine. It is estimated that more than 7 million Ukrainians have been displaced, meaning that nearly one out of four have been forced from their homes. A week ago, the members of the Asheville’s Church … Continued

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National Skilled Nursing Care Week 2022 “We See You”

Our community is celebrating National Skilled Nursing Care Week (May 8 – 14, 2022), sponsored by the American Health Care Association (AHCA). The theme for 2022 celebrates the essential role that skilled nursing care centers and staff play in Creating and Nurturing Connections for our residents. In celebration of NSNCW, our Health Services team created … Continued

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Linda Stanton, RN, recently promoted to Givens Communities Clinical Educator position

Congratulations to Linda Stanton, RN, on her recent promotion to the newly created Givens Communities Clinical Educator position. Linda started at Givens Highland Farms in 2013 as our campus Staff Development Coordinator. In her new role, she will be doing training and education in the clinical areas throughout Givens Communities, as well as starting an … Continued

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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 … Continued

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