News & Events

Carla Wilton, Chief Operating Officer, Immanuel Lutheran Communities

Does the busyness of the holidays cause you stress?  Consider the expectations you place upon yourself and reinvent your gatherings to include the things that make the holidays meaningful, not stressful.

Kathy Buffington, Coordinator of Volunteers, Immanuel Lutheran Communities

Kathy shares some background on the annual holiday bazaar and an overview of current volunteer opportunities.

Donna Gerber, Physical Therapist of The Retreat at Buffalo Hill Terrace

Donna speaks about the many benefits of aquatic therapy for less pain during recovery.

CJ Condon, Immanuel Lutheran Communities’ Food & Beverage Manager and Kyle Waterman, Spice World Merchants Operations Manager share their cooking secrets for boosting health and flavor with spices.

Candy VanFrachen talked with John Hendricks about the benefits of massage therapy during a recent interview on Immanuel Lutheran Communities’ Wednesday program on KGEZ, “A Happy, Healthier You.”

Affiliated podiatrist Dr. Stephen Latter with Kalispell’s Foot and Ankle Clinic addresses the topic of diabetic foot care in this segment.

Jason Cronk, CEO of Immanuel Lutheran Communities, provides a quarterly update on the new online CNA training program and future campus plans.

Get your DIY tips for winterizing your home right here. Click the link to hear Facilities Director Dave Jolly’s Interview with John Hendricks on KGEZ.

Rebecca Kovarik of The Retreat at Buffalo Hill shares the basics of Medicare.

Did you Know? 

•  7 in 10 baby boomers say they have a fair or poor understanding of Medicare.
•  1 in 5 Medicare beneficiaries describes Medicare as confusing.
•  Most can’t identify what Medicare Parts A, B, C and D cover.
•  62% of those eligible have never shopped for Medicare coverage to fit their needs.

Designing a Road Map for Aging: Strategizing for Success – Tracy Bridges, Director of Marketing and Jennifer Crowley, Aging Life Care Specialist, Eagleview West

Tracy and Jennifer speak about the importance of planning ahead as we age.