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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Several South Haven residents enjoyed a bus trip to the Glass Chapel at Gretna. It was a cool summer day for a drive as they looked at the fields and countryside. Residents were awed by the views from the chapel. Strolling the grounds, they were able to enjoy the summer flowers. The popularity of the […]
Our residents love animals! They have been visited by dogs and cats, goats and of course ducks. Recently a baby pig came to visit. The squals were not coming from the pig but from the residents and staff! When employee Theresa Buse brought in her 3 week old baby pig, everyone was curious and delighted. […]
The SouthMinster Dog Show was the hit of the weekend at South Haven. From the lobster outfitted dachshund, to the hugging collie it was a lively show. Schnauzers and Cavatons brought smiles to the resident’s faces. The Pomeranian, Doberman, Boxer and Beagle also proudly showed their tricks. The winner of the $100 Best in Show […]
What’s better on a hot summer day than a leisurely ride with a breeze in your face? South Haven residents were able to personally observe the landscaping outside while on gof cart rides around the building. They also saw all the colorful flowers and the bird feeders outside the rooms. They enjoyed seeing the fish […]
South Haven’s Reliance neighborhood hosted a Flag Day Fashion eEEEKtravaganza. Residents, families and staff created fashion with a word play on the item and then modeled them. For example a “Turtleneck” sweater had a turtle on the neck of the sweater and a “Mini” skirt was adorned with Minnie Mouse’s. It was fun seeing all […]
At South Haven spring also means the return of the ducks. As early as February folks start asking when the ducks are coming back. Each year we purchase ducklings and raise them. When they are large enough, they are moved to the front of the building by the pond. Residents and guest enjoy getting […]
It’s spring! And along with spring comes the job of sprucing the yeard. Recently our Environmental Services Department did just that. They mulched, weeded and trimmed bushes and trees at South Haven. Joining them in the big task were local students earning their “Service Hours”. It looks wonderful! […]
South Haven
1400 Mark Drive
Wahoo, NE 68066
Phone: (402) 443-3737
Fax: (402) 443-4881
southhavenlivingcenter@vhsmail.com