Archive for the 'foundation' Category

Where Family and Community Become One

Wednesday, October 31st, 2012

“In 2010 when my mother, Mary Magnuson, made the decision to move to Wesley Homes, it was agreed that it was her best gift to her family,” recalled Wesley Homes Board of Trustees member Rev. Dennis Magnuson. “Over the last two years, the wisdom of her decision has been reflected back to me by other [...]

Helping Our Neighbors

Wednesday, October 31st, 2012

Wesley Homes Des Moines residents are holding their annual Bake Sale and Craft Boutique on Friday, November 2nd (that’s tomorrow!) in The Gardens: Stanton Hall. Proceeds benefit the Circle of Concern. What is the Circle of Concern? The Circle of Concern fund makes it possible for Wesley Homes to keep its commitment to provide housing [...]

Alzheimer’s Walk 2012

Monday, September 10th, 2012

The Wesley Walkers had 17 team members gathered for the annual Walk to End Alzheimer’s at Thea Park in Tacoma on Saturday, September 8th. Our team raised over $1,700 this year to benefit the work of the Alzheimer’s Association. Several team members brought family to accompany us on this two mile walk. A few noteworthy [...]

Wesley Homes supports Northwest Harvest

Tuesday, December 13th, 2011

Wesley Homes Foundation’s Director of Fund Development Sten Crissey helps package frozen beans for Northwest Harvest. As a member of Seattle Rotary #4, Sten donned two hair nets to give his support to the needy. Also present but not pictured: Foundation Executive Director Kari Rallo and Marketing Coordinator Rachel Kirkman.

Who inspires you?

Thursday, November 10th, 2011

It’s the 2011 Tree of Lights season at Wesley Homes, and we want to know: WHO INSPIRES YOU? Every day something inspiring happens at Wesley Homes. Some days it’s a resident battling the many challenges that come with aging while standing strong, a smile on their face, giving back to their Wesley Homes community. Some [...]

Love and Concern Abound at Wesley Homes

Tuesday, November 2nd, 2010

As many of you know, the Tree of Lights appeal is a popular tradition at Wesley Homes. It embraces the spirit of the holidays: love, peace, joy, and giving. It also bonds residents, staff, friends, business partners and families in honoring or memorializing those who have added depth to our lives. The Tree of Lights [...]