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June 14, 2019 | Recipes

Summer Cucumber Salad Recipe from a Friendship Village Employee

Refreshing on a warm summer evening. Summer Cucumber Salad 1 large garden-fresh cucumber 1 small onion (thinly sliced) ½ cup…

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April 30, 2019 | The Villager

The Rehab Center @ FVK: Stronger and Ready to Go Home… Karl’s Story

After a surgery, Karl had to decide on a rehabilitation community to recover. With many choices, his brother encouraged him…

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April 2, 2019 | The Villager

Culinary Services Team Wins Top Honors at Local Chef Competition

Friendship Village Kalamazoo Culinary Services team of Executive Chef Nicole Hassen, Rachael Peters, Catering Manager Kellie…

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March 25, 2019 | Recipes

Fruit Dip Recipe from a Friendship Village Resident

Delicious dip to enjoy with the fresh summer fruit! Fruit Dip 32 oz container low-fat plain yogurt 1 small box sugar-free…

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March 25, 2019 | Recipes

Tangy Chicken Marinade Recipe from the Director of Culinary Services Craig Fowler

This super easy marinade is great for grilling chicken in the summer or broiling chicken in the cooler months. The chicken…

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March 25, 2019 | Recipes

Cranberry-Orange Relish Recipe from a Friendship Village Resident

This relish is refreshing and delicious over grilled chicken or fish. Cranberry-Orange Relish 1 large navel oranges ((or 2…

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March 7, 2019 | The Villager

9 Questions to Consider Before You Decide to Age in Place

Today’s senior living communities offer more services and amenities than ever, with perks that range from the convenient…

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January 25, 2019 | The Villager

Welcome to Friendship Village’s New Life Enrichment Coordinator

Growing up while her father was in the Air Force, Ashley Barry experienced a wealth of cultures and travel before her family…

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January 11, 2019 | Recipes

Sweet & Savory Chicken Wings from Friendship Village’s Executive Director, Betsy Bale

A crowd favorite to enjoy at parties and tailgating events! Sweet & Savory Chicken Wings 3 pounds chicken wings 1 ½ cups…

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