Category: The Villager

There are many reasons you might want to join us as a resident here at Friendship Village Kalamazoo. It could be the beautiful setting of our 5-acre Village Woods. Or the incredible dining. Maybe it’s our 4,000-square-foot, state-of-the-art Fitness Center. Perhaps it’s our wood shop, arts and crafts studio, library, game room, or on-site beauty… Continue reading Friendship Village Announces Exclusive Benefits of New Pre-Residency Clubs

“It’s the best gift my parents could have possibly given us at this stage of life.” Comments like this are common among adult children whose parents live in Life Plan communities.

If you or a loved one is considering a continuing care retirement community here are 10 of the most important questions you should ask:

Once upon a time ago, Friendship Village had no Kiva, no Woodside (assisted living), no Assistance in Living (AIL), no garages, no rehabilitation services, no Fitness Center and no Café. We were not running a full activities schedule, hosting a Gilmore concert or planning international trips. And there was no Happy Hour. But we grew… Continue reading Friendship Village’s Strategic Plan Prepares for Road Ahead

When it comes to 55+ retirement communities, there are a number of different options in the marketplace. Some senior living providers cater to those who are able to live fully or mostly independently, while others accommodate those who require more assistance with the regular activities of daily living or higher levels of healthcare. Still other… Continue reading What is Independent Living?

Rebecca Featherstone joined the Friendship Village family in September 2014. She began working in her present position as the Facility Services Coordinator in 2015.  Her many duties include ordering supplies, paying bills, and anything else related to Facility Services.

Years ago, your parents probably sat you down to have “the talk.” Now it may be your turn to initiate a potentially awkward conversation. Choosing where your parents will live throughout their retirement years is one of the more important—and complex—decisions your parents will make. By initiating this dialogue, you can help kick-start the decision-making… Continue reading Is it time to have “the talk” with your parents?

Executive Chef Nicole Hassen and Sous Chef Jeremiah Jamieson are celebrating their sweet victory in the Girl Scout Cookie Bake-Off Benefit event held on Thursday, February 22.