Vivie

11/05/2026

Crystal Brook by Vivie recently celebrated its annual Fall Resident Thanks Dinner, a special occasion to show appreciation for the residents who make Crystal Brook their home.

The celebration began with live piano music and sparkling beverages, followed by a complimentary dinner served by Crystal Brook’s leadership team.

Residents also had the opportunity to reflect on what they're grateful for by adding a leaf to the Crystal Brook Thankful Tree. The tree will remain on display through Thanksgiving, with residents, team members, families, and visitors invited to continue adding their own messages of gratitude.
A wonderful way to celebrate the season and say thank you to Crystal Brook’s residents.

11/03/2026

The Vivie Home Health and Hospice team in Baxter helped make Halloween a little sweeter for local trick-or-treaters.

Team members donated bags of candy and other treats to local referral partners for their Halloween festivities, helping ensure there were plenty of goodies to hand out to costumed visitors.

A sweet way to support our community partners and join in the Halloween fun.

11/02/2026

Halloween brought out the creative and playful side of Vivie communities this year. Residents and team members got into the spirit with costumes, pumpkin decorating, games, live music, and plenty of Halloween treats.

One of the best parts of the festivities was welcoming trick-or-treaters, bringing generations together for a little Halloween fun. Thank you to everyone who helped make the celebration so special for the people we serve.

11/02/2026

A familiar face. A favorite meal. A helping hand. Someone who takes the time to listen. Caring careers are full of everyday moments that mean so much.

November is Celebrate Caring Careers Month in Minnesota, and we’re celebrating team members across Vivie. Whatever their role or where they work, they help older adults feel supported, connected, and valued.

To every member of our team: Thank you for the care, skill and heart you bring to your work.
Has someone in a caring career made a difference in your life? Give them a shout-out in the comments.

10/31/2026

Happy Halloween from all of us at Vivie. 🎃

Whether you're carving pumpkins, sharing treats, or spending time with loved ones, we hope your day is filled with sweet moments.

10/30/2026

At Vivie, Halloween festivities are underway, and our team members are getting into the spirit of the season.

Team members at Northfield Retirement Community by Vivie put their artistic skills to the test with a pumpkin decorating contest. Residents, family members, and teammates will vote for their favorite, with a basket of treats and a gift card going to the winner.

Meanwhile, at Nelson Gables by Vivie, team members got into character with some creative Halloween costumes. On October 31, they’ll welcome children and families to trick-or-treat with residents.

With more celebrations happening across Vivie, there's still plenty of spooky fun to come.

10/29/2026

Halloween Spirit Week is in full swing at Westwood Ridge by Vivie.

Residents, team members, and guests have been joining the fun by dressing in orange, enjoying delicious orange floats crafted by Executive Director Ian Niles, and showing off their creativity in the pumpkin carving contest.

The fun continues Friday, October 30, as Spirit Week wraps up with a Halloween Celebration Finale at 2:30 p.m. Join us for live music, costumes, treats, and the announcement of our pumpkin carving contest winners.

10/28/2026

When a loved one is living with Parkinson’s disease or multiple sclerosis (MS), changes in mobility or everyday activities can leave families wondering when additional help might be needed.

Home health care can provide support that helps loved ones remain safe and independent at home, while giving family caregivers practical guidance and reassurance.
Our latest blog explores signs that it may be time to consider home health care and how skilled nursing and therapy services can help as needs change.

Read the article: https://hubs.la/Q04CHpDd0

When someone you love is living with Parkinson’s or MS, their needs may change over time, raising questions about when more support might be helpful.