Grand Arbor’s First 10 Years
“When we were planning Grand Arbor, it was our vision to serve aging adults,” said Mark Anderson, President and CEO, Knute Nelson. “It was a big dream, and the whole community came together to help us make it a reality.”
2021 Renaissance Award Recipient: Roger Blank
Roger Blank first got involved with Knute Nelson when he joined the Knute Nelson Corporate Board in 2005. He served on both the Corporate and Foundation Boards from 2005-2011. Roger chaired the Corporate Board from 2009-2011, during the time Grand Arbor was being built in Alexandria.
Thank You from the Knute Nelson Foundation
Roger Blank first got involved with Knute Nelson when he joined the Knute Nelson Corporate Board in 2005. He served on both the Corporate and Foundation Boards from 2005-2011. Roger chaired the Corporate Board from 2009-2011, during the time Grand Arbor was being built in Alexandria.
The Key to Aging at Home: Creating a Safe Environment
Are you looking after an aging loved one and wondering about simple yet effective things you can do to prevent falls? Here are some easy recommendations that you can follow as well as simple recommendations and lifestyle changes that can help prevent falls.
Leveraging the Power of Partnership
As a nonprofit community-based organization, Knute Nelson recognizes the value of community partnerships to achieve a common goal and mission. The power of partnership allows us to accomplish so much more with our community partners than on our own.
Engaging Our Corporate Churches
Relationships with our corporation and area churches help to strengthen our spiritual care program. Together, we serve as spiritual companions in the journey of life for those we serve.
We Recognize and Thank Our Volunteers
In 2021, Knute Nelson volunteers again gave generously of their time and talent to help us further our mission of enriching lives
Healing Through Music
If you know Sara Severson, you’ve probably heard her say that “music heals.” She sees it daily in her work as a therapeutic musician for Knute Nelson Hospice and it was demonstrated perfectly during the time she spent with her patient, Kirk.
The Time is Right for Social Work
At Knute Nelson Hospice, the role social workers have in our care is essential to the experience our patients and their families have at the end of life.
What is Hospice Care?
Does the word hospice evoke feelings of unease? With its association with the end of life, it’s natural that many contemplating hospice care for a parent, grandparent, or loved one are worried or confused.
