News at Givens Estates

Cultivator Program Builds Teamship at Givens Estates

The Careers Team at Givens Communities welcomes the newest graduates of its Cultivator Program, a buddy system method of workplace introduction that is proving quite successful for the senior living organization. Participants engage in six weeks of training, featuring one-hour weekly classes. New or transferring team members are matched with a seasoned team member, known … Continued

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Outpouring of Generosity Continues As Needs Shift

Dear Friends, I hope this message finds you well. I truly appreciate the outpouring of well wishes and the many offers to help. Hurricane Helene has caused widespread devastation, displacing families, damaging homes, and disrupting essential services. Thankfully, we at Givens Communities are holding up, though we face weeks without water, and have seen significant … Continued

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Residents, Staff and Volunteers Work Together For Recovery in Storm Aftermath

For Maria Mason, a resident at Givens Estates continuing care retirement community in Asheville, facing the storm aftermath is becoming less daunting. “Right here, right now, I feel fortunate,” said Mason, who was on her way to a campus gathering for a morning update. “There’s camaraderie, we’re finding ways to help and volunteer. And the … Continued

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Givens Communities Joins Local, State and Federal Support for Recovery-to-Work Efforts

Christian Grunder, Givens Communities Vice President of Human Relations, was a panelist in a Sept. 18 moderated discussion about efforts to support recovery-to-work efforts in the region. The event took place at the Land of Sky Regional Council offices in Asheville following a televised press conference to announce Appalachian Regional Commission’s INSPIRE grants related to … Continued

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We Welcome and Support Second-Chance Candidates in Givens Estates Workplace

Givens Estates is designated as a Recovery Friendly Workplace that supports health, wellness and safety through a culture that breaks down the stigma often associated with the disease of addiction, substance use and recovery. Helping us in those efforts is Learning-To-Lead LLC, an area group that coordinates the assignment of vocational trainees to entry-level positions … Continued

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