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Read the latest Buckner Today

Are you looking for inspiration and hope today? Read stories of celebration in our latest issue of Buckner Today available now. In this issue: We celebrate the...
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Celebrating Black History Month

February marks Black History Month, a tribute to African American men and women who have made significant contributions to the history, culture and achievements of the United...
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Three Buckner senior living communities named ‘Best of Senior Living’ by A Place for Mom

Buckner senior living communities Calder Woods in Beaumont, Buckner Parkway Place in Houston and Baptist Retirement Community in San Angelo were honored as Best of Senior Living 2022...
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Coping strategies for caregivers

Being a caregiver is hard work. The devotion and sacrifice you bring to care for your loved ones in need is rewarding, but you can also experience...
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Send Valentine’s Day cards to senior adults

If you’re stuck inside weathering out the winter storm blanketing the state of Texas, why not get creative and make some Valentine’s Day cards to send to...
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Only a few days

Do you ever get bombarded with a specific Bible verse? To me that is one of God’s unique ways of speaking to me. When I see the...
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Demographics, diversity and destiny

Buckner President and CEO, Albert Reyes, wrote this article for his blog, reflecting on demographics, diversity and destiny. He comments on how each year, we become more...
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Guilt-free wellness

I don’t know about you, but no matter how much I love my job, coming back after the holidays is always rough. When I’m on a break,...
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Celebrating 100

Last week, Maxie Meyers, a senior adult at Buckner Baptist Retirement Community in San Angelo, Texas, celebrated her 100th birthday.  We love birthdays at Buckner, and what better...
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Something so simple

Last week my 7-year-old daughter came home from school excited about what she had learned. As I’m preparing dinner, Jordyn ran into the kitchen with enthusiasm and...
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