News: December 0

Tour of Homes Includes South Haven

WAHOO – After a two-year absence, the Holiday Tour of Homes is returning to Saunders County. The 2014 Holiday Tour of Homes will take place Dec. 6 and 7 from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. both days. This year, the tour has been organized by the Relay For Life Team, “Team Sassy.” All the proceeds […]

South Haven Living Center Receives Bronze National Quality Award

On November 25, 2014 South Haven Living Center celebrated receiving the Bronze National Quality Award. The Bronze award is the first of three distinctions possible through the National Quality Award program, presented by the American Health Care Association and National Center for Assisted Living (AHCA/NCAL). The program honors centers across the nation that have demonstrated […]

Our Vets, Our Heros

Tuesday, November 11th was a special day for several of our residents. The South Haven Veterans were featured on our Main Street bulletin board. Our local VFW color guard presented a program and a 3 volley salute. It was humbling to be able to honor veterans on their day. Radiating respect while performing our duties […]

Halloween Spirit Alive & Well at South Haven

The week of Halloween was “Spirit” filled at South Haven. Residents filled the Pumpkin Patch with painted pumpkins. They also made pencil “treats” for the trick or treaters! Staff and residents spooked the halls the days before Halloween with Wacky Wednesday, a mis-matched day, and our own version of Black Monday. Another day we wore […]

Pumpkins + Paint = Jack-o-lanterns!

What says Halloween better than pumpkins and jack-o-lanterns? A wide assortment of pumpkins was available to choose from at South Haven. After the residents chose the pumpkin they wished to decorate, they got busy. The brushes, paint and smiles were everywhere as our residents painted their pumpkins. The afternoon sped by as they chatted and […]

Food, Back Packs & South Haven

South Haven is promoting a Quality Reputation by our involvement in the local Back Program in the community.  Monthly our residents and staff fill the backpacks with food.  The backpacks are then sent home on Fridays with children that may not receive healthy meals over the weekend. There are about 90 students in the program this […]

South Haven Living Center Receives Bronze National Quality Award

        South Haven Living Center has been recognized as a 2014 recipients of the Bronze – Commitment to Quality Award for its dedication to improving the lives of residents through quality care. The award is the first of three distinctions possible through the National Quality Award program, presented by the American Health […]

Living Our Mission, Vision and Values

Glen VanEkeren, President of Vetter Senior Living recently joined us for our morning standup to recognize our Administrator Jalene Carpenter.  For the last three years Jalene has served on Vetter Senior Living President Advisory Council.  The VSL President’s Advisory Council is made up of four administrators committed to being a living, breathing example of our […]

Fish Fry and 10 year Anniversary Celebration

A cool September evening, frying fish, and polka music were the highlights of our Fish Fry and 10 year Anniversary Celebration. Our residents and our past residents, along with their families joined with our neighbors and community members to make the annual fish fry and anniversary celebration a huge success. Children enjoyed the face painting […]

Saunders County Parade – A Big Hit

Almost everyone loves a parade! Especially when it’s the Saunders County Parade! Many of our Sourth Haven residents chose to attend the event. They were treated to terrific weather, a large crowd and a wonderful parade. Residents enjoyed the bands and the old cars and tractors. Several watched for family members in the parade. The […]