Senior Living Scoop: May 2025
- Areté Living Admin
- May 6
- 5 min read
Get the scoop on senior living and happenings at Areté Living! The Scoop is released the first Tuesday of each month by Areté Living, proudly managing 31 senior living communities across six states.
Get this month's scoop below!
Featured Message: Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month
Throughout May, we celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) heritage and recognize how their communities’ contributions have enriched America’s history. This year’s AAPI Heritage Month theme is “A Legacy of Leadership and Resilience.”
Here’s how you can learn and celebrate with us.
Learn AAPI Heritage and History
Discover AAPI heritage in our own communities and leaders who leave a legacy of resilience.
Portland, Oregon is home to one of the most authentic Japanese gardens outside of Japan. Inspired in the late 1950s, its purpose was to provide citizens with a serene garden while forging a healing connection to Japan following World War II. The Portland Japanese Garden opened in 1967 and remains a beloved destination for visitors and locals today.
Queen Emma Kaleleonālani Na‘ea Rooke reigned in Hawai‘i in the 1850s. During her and her husband Alexander Liholiho’s reign, the Hawaiian people were rapidly dying from disease. They raised funds to establish Queen’s Hospital, now known as The Queen’s Health Systems. These passionate leaders traveled door to door to fund this hospital, raising over $13,000.
Known as “The People’s Queen,” she was loved for her humanitarian efforts throughout the Hawaiian Islands.
Derald and Stanley Sue are Chinese American brothers who have made significant contributions to healthcare and ethnic minority psychology. Born in Portland, Oregon, they co-founded the Asian American Psychological Association (AAPA).
Their published books and research papers address cultural competence, racial microaggression, multicultural counseling, and the psychology of Asian Americans and other underrepresented groups. The Sue brothers have helped improve the understanding and treatment of ethnic minority groups in healthcare.
Click below to learn more.
Enjoy AAPI Books & Movies
Celebrate AAPI Month with these books, movies, and TV shows featuring AAPI characters and history. Click below to access the list.
Learn more during AAPI Heritage Month by following Areté Living on social media or visiting AreteLiving.com/deib.
Senior Living Scoop
Here’s your senior living knowledge scoop of the month!
Connections and everyday moments matter in memory care. For this month's senior living scoop, discover the 12 different aspects that make up the Ovation Connections™ program and how this makes a difference for those living with dementia.
Happy Nurses Week
In honor of Nurses Week celebrated May 6-12, Vice President of Clinical Services Christy Bomberry shares a special message for our nurses.
Dear Nurses,
As we celebrate Nurses Week, I want to take a moment to thank each of you for the incredible work you do every day.
Your dedication, compassion, and resilience are the heartbeat of our communities. You don’t just provide care — you bring comfort, dignity, and hope to our senior residents and their families. You are their advocates in moments that matter most.
Every day you come to work, you show up not only for our residents but also for their loved ones who have entrusted us with their care. You inspire trust, promote healing, and build meaningful connections that define the Areté Living experience. I see your unwavering commitment, and I am truly honored to work alongside such an extraordinary group of professionals.
This week — and every week — please know how appreciated you are. From myself and the entire leadership team at Areté Living, thank you for all you do and for being the compassionate force that helps our residents live with purpose and joy.
With heartfelt gratitude,
Christy Bomberry, RN, BSN, MBA
Vice President of Clinical Services, Areté Living
Avamere at Sandy Featured in Hoodview News
Thank you to Hoodview News for featuring Avamere at Sandy's incredible achievements! They shared about this assisted living and memory care community's recent bronze quality award from AHCA/NCAL, outstanding deficiency-free state survey, and beautiful remodel.
Maddie Almodovar, Executive Director of Avamere at Sandy, stated: "It’s a testament to our teamwork and the old adage that it takes a village. My team’s passion for quality care and service is inspiring, and this outstanding survey result reflects that.”
Thomas Cloutier, Chief Marketing Officer of Areté Living, shared: "I continue to be amazed by Maddie Almodovar. Her dedication to seniors and her team is truly unparalleled. As a phenomenal leader at Avamere at Sandy, she embodies our core value of 'teamwork, camaraderie, and fun' every single day. Maddie sets the tone for excellence, and we’re incredibly fortunate to have her on our team.”
Read the article on page 15 at HoodviewNews.com.
Vote Ovation as Omaha's Choice
Our Ovation Heartwood Preserve community is up for the Omaha's Choice Awards! This team is proud to be two-time winners. Vote for them for a THIRD year!
Cast your votes daily at the links below or by texting the following codes to (402) 518-5871. Voting closes May 11. Thanks for your support!
Text to Vote Codes
Independent Living: 177
Assisted living: 178
Memory Care: 179
Vote Online
Striking a Chord in Senior Living: A Story of Music & Life Enrichment
What started as a passion for music therapy has grown into a mission to uplift lives through creativity and connection. Meet Adam Roes, Life Enrichment Director at Gilman Grove assisted living. Now blending music with meaningful programs and serving on Areté Living’s DEIB team, Adam is helping residents live joyful and meaningful retirements.
Adam Roes’ journey in senior care began almost a decade ago, when he was a college student in Northern New York, studying for a bachelor’s degree in music therapy. As a student music therapist, Adam first encountered the profound impact of music on individuals’ well-being when working with seniors, particularly in clinical settings alongside physical therapists and speech and language pathologists.
He was amazed by the progress his clients made, especially those with Parkinson’s disease and aphasia from strokes. The way music helped improve their gait and communication goals was eye-opening, solidifying his belief in the effectiveness of music therapy.
Social Media Fun
Our senior living teams and residents are having so much fun. See some of our recent posts below. Follow us so you don’t miss out!
Hot Jobs in Senior Living
Find your passion at our senior living communities! Our 31 locations span six states, with opportunities in administration and leadership, nursing housekeeping, dietary, and so much more.
Discover your passion today!
What We're Celebrating in May
Here's what we're honoring and celebrating this month. Follow Areté Living on social media to see how we're recognizing these moments!
Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month
Throughout May, we celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) heritage and recognize how their communities’ contributions have enriched America’s history. Follow us on social media to learn about AAPI history, heritage, and key historical icons.
Mental Health Month
It’s important to prioritize your mental health. Let’s inspire one another to seek support and champion mental wellness every day. Talk to your doctor about your mental health and visit MHAnational.org for resources.
National Stroke Awareness Month
Take time this month to become familiar with the signs of stroke. Visit stroke.org to learn and find support.
National Nurses Week
May 6-12
During National Nurses Week, we extend a sincere thank you to our nurses. We appreciate your compassionate care and dedication to our seniors. Thank you for bringing excellence and heart to everything you do.
More Observances
Jewish American Heritage Month
Cinco de Mayo, May 5
National Nurses Day, May 6
Mother's Day, May 11
Memorial Day, May 26
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