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A day in the life of a senior living social worker
Stephanie Ebarb serves as the director of social services at Parkway Place in Houston. She’s been with Buckner since 2013 and today is sharing a day in...
A rocket scientist explains why he’s involved with mission work
Jesus’ words are clear: Christians are to make disciples to the ends of the earth. And that can be accomplished in a variety of ways. But...
Why we roll out the red carpet for residents
Charlie Wilson serves as senior vice president of Buckner Retirement Services. Today, he’s sharing his thoughts on why, when it comes to our hospitality philosophy, we work...
Mission teams build new houses, new futures for families
This week, mission teams from across the state are spending their Spring Break in Peñitas, Texas, building homes for families involved with the local Buckner Family Hope...
Calder Woods chef recognized for nearly 20 years in food service
Chef Charles Duit, director of nutrition and food services at Calder Woods in Beaumont, and his wife Debbie were recently recognized by the Sabine Area Restaurant Association...
Roy talks literacy and volunteerism to Junior League of the Woodlands
Literacy and transforming lives were the topics of discussion during the quarterly dinner of the Junior League of The Woodlands last week. Shawna Roy, director of the...
Friday photo: Buckner delivers 6 tons of aid to those affected by gas leaks in Bachman Lake
Buckner International is pouring aid into the Bachman Lake area literally by the ton in an effort to help low income families who are facing the possibility...
Wells to lead Buckner Retirement Services’ hospitality initiatives as Director of Resident Experience
Buckner Retirement Services named Wes Wells as Director of Resident Experience, effective March 7. Wells’ tenure with Buckner began in 1995 when he joined Baptist Retirement Community...
Food Bank, Houston Texans team up to show ‘Cooking Matters’
Earlier this week Houston Texans Cheerleaders Taylor and Kristia teamed up with Sylvia Avila of the Houston Food Bank to teach teens at the Buckner Family Hope...
Buckner continues aid to Bachman Lake families affected by gas leaks
Hundreds of children and families have been evacuated from the Bachman Lake area of Dallas served by the Buckner Family Hope Center as a result of gas...