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Buckner Villas “power couples” lift millions of pounds through regular exercise
AUSTIN, Texas– Ralph and Eleanor “Ellie” Erchinger and David and Jajauna Scott, two power couples at Buckner Villas, agree that staying active throughout life, especially in aging,...
‘One of the best days of our lives’
The journey of foster-to-adopt parents is a joyous one. Hear about it first-hand from the Velas, whose experience led them to Claire. Learn more about foster care...
National Adoption Month: We’re in this together
Thank you for allowing us to introduce you to the McCarthy family. They – along with all of our foster, adoptive and respite care families who give of themselves...
‘Perfect for them’: Amarillo-area couple adopts two young boys, giving them each a brother, family, community
Despite its quiet exterior in a small, rural West Texas town, the inside of the Gonzales house is full of the happy laughter of two boys doing...
Faith Focus: Where to turn when the hurt is real
The foster son. My heart never registered that descriptor – foster. There was never a qualifier, no caveat. From the moment he showed up at my door,...
Parkway Place staff joins Aldine Family Hope Center to serve Thanksgiving meal
HOUSTON-- The Houston community and surrounding areas are filled with needs, needs that feel especially great during the holidays. This week, Parkway Place and Buckner Hospice leadership joined the...
Friday photo: Warm blessings
Last week, 100 children from the Family Hope Center in Peñitas, Texas, received new winter jackets and blankets provided by Buckner Domestic Missions. Smiles were abundant as...
A lifetime of gratitude
The Thanksgiving holiday always brings the question, “What are you thankful for?” Many senior adults would probably tell you they could write a whole book just answering...
There’s so much to be thankful for
Thanksgiving Day – it’s a day full of family, fun and food. But even more so, it’s a time of reflection and remembrance. It’s a time to...
Westminster Place celebrates 20 years of serving senior adults
LONGVIEW, Texas– Twenty years ago, Buckner Westminster Place opened its doors to enrich the lives of senior adults in East Texas. Every day since, the Longview senior...