Archive for August, 2012

Celebrate Des Moines with Wesley Homes!

Wednesday, August 15th, 2012

Wesley Homes will be at Celebrate Des Moines tonight  from 5-8:30 p.m. Stop by our booth to say hello and get your free ice cream! It’s just what you need to cool you off on this hot August day. Beach Park – 22030 Cliff Ave. S.

Aging Successfully with Wesley Homes

Friday, August 3rd, 2012

Wesley Homes is the premier sponsor of Aging Successfully in Auburn and Beyond on Saturday, August 11th from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at Grace Community Church in Auburn. Over 30 exhibitors and a complete schedule of break-out sessions address how to age successfully. This event is designed especially for baby boomers, older adults and [...]

T.J. Johnston Receives French Medal

Thursday, August 2nd, 2012

On a sunny Saturday, Wesley Homes Des Moines resident Theodore J. Johnston (T.J.) was honored by the French government for his heroic deeds 65 years ago during World War II. T.J. received the Chevalier Légion d’Honneur – Medal of Chevalier of the French Legion of Honor – during ceremonies held in The Gardens on July [...]

Lea Hill Garage Sale Breaks Record

Thursday, August 2nd, 2012

Wesley Homes Lea Hill’s 6th Annual Resident Garage Sale was a great success. The four-day event raised $14,513.08. “We had 74 volunteers at various times from January 2012 to the day of the garage sale,” said Marcella Wright, Wesley Homes Lea Hill resident and Garage Sale Committee Chair. “We had so many items this year [...]

Everyday Tips for Immune Support

Thursday, August 2nd, 2012

You already know you need to eat well to stay healthy, but scientists are now zeroing in on specific diet strategies that can help bolster immunity. With cold and flu season right around the corner, here are three strategies to add to your arsenal. 1. Fill your Vitamin D tank. You may have fewer health [...]

Recipe of the Month: Chicken, Charred Tomato and Broccoli Salad

Thursday, August 2nd, 2012

The Recipe of the Month is Chicken, Charred Tomato & Broccoli Salad. This simple but substantial main-course salad gets its goodness from smoky skillet-blackened tomatoes and a dressing prepared right in the pan — maximizing the flavor of the tomatoes.