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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...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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David Sims named Executive Director of Buckner Westminster Place

Buckner Retirement Services named David Sims as Executive Director of Buckner Westminster Place, effective March 7. David comes to Westminster Place from Christian Care in Mesquite where...
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A growing legacy: resident recognized for 55 years serving with Good News Club

Marueen Duncan began leading Good News Clubs out of her New Hampshire home in the early 1960s. Through moves across the country with her military husband—New Hampshire...
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Loving those you serve

Wes Wells serves as the director of resident experience for Buckner Retirement Services. He’s been with Buckner in various capacities since 1995. Today, as the final segment...
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How to love a spouse with Alzheimer’s

Updated Oct. 23, 2018: This article has been updated in the wake of Retired Supereme Court Justice Sandra Day O'Connor's announcement today that she has "beginning stages of dementia,...
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Love like a hurricane: Couple shares windy start to their 67-year marriage

Buckner senior living communities are full of couples whose love for one another, and for the Lord, has lasted through the decades. They set examples of love...
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What it’s like to meet the president: Q&A with 91-year-old former Beaumont mayor

Evelyn Lord, 91, is a resident of Calder Woods senior living community in Beaumont, has served four terms as Beaumont mayor (the first female to ever be...
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