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We Are Stronger Together

Your commitment to ensuring the highest quality of life—physically, spiritually and socially—for LifeSpire of Virginia community residents is what enables the Virginia Baptist Homes Foundation to continue realizing its faith-driven mission. When you remember the VBH Foundation or a specific community in your estate plan, your gift lives on and we welcome you into our …

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What Your Dog Will Love About Living at Lakewood

Life is better with friends, and the same goes for furry friends! With warm cuddles, tail wagging and unconditional love, animal companions enrich our lives in more ways than we could ever imagine. Dogs help their humans stay healthy by encouraging walking, staying social and providing companionship.  At Lakewood, we know how important four-legged friends …

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Empowering Students Through Service

  Students from Cristo Rey Richmond High School Gain Valuable Skills in Work-Study Program Four exceptionally talented and driven students from Cristo Rey Richmond High School recently completed a ten-month corporate work-study program at Lakewood. The program, sponsored by LifeSpire of Virginia, offers a unique opportunity for young people with limited financial means to acquire …

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Lakewood Partnership with Henrico Career and Technical Education Results in 21 Newly Hired Certified Nursing Assistants

  Watch the WTVR CBS6 Segment Here:  Celebrating Graduates Joining The Workforce. The Lakewood team is thrilled to announce 21 newly hired Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) through a partnership with Henrico Career and Technical Education (CTE). On Tuesday, May 23rd, the Lakewood team attended Letter-of-Intent Signing Day with Henrico CTE students and their families. The students …

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Finding the Best Assisted Living for Your Parent: Questions to Ask Your Parent After Touring an Assisted Living Community

You’ve already taken the first step by visiting an assisted living community with your parent, and now it’s time for one-on-one conversations to fully understand their impressions and help them process their emotions. Sometimes it helps to put yourself in your parent’s shoes and try to understand the fears and concerns they have about getting …

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How to Live Big in a One-Bedroom Apartment

For many seniors, a one-bedroom apartment is the size that fits just right. There’s plenty of space to spread out a bit, but not too much to maintain. In fact, the right interior design can maximize storage and make a one-bedroom apartment feel quite spacious.   If you’re planning a move to an Independent Living …

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Lakewood and Lakewood at Home Couples Renew Wedding Vows

  Love was in the air for five couples of Lakewood at Home and the Lakewood Community as they renewed their vows in front of friends, family and team members. Their stories of love, respect and commitment span a combined total of 241 years of marriage. Dick and Carol Dunsing The Dunsings, both in their …

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WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT THIS YEAR’S NEW LAWS

A new year has brought more than just resolutions. It’s brought new laws and other changes that may affect your giving decisions. And with any economic change, you may be looking at your finances and wondering how you will be impacted. The new laws include retirement changes, known collectively as “Secure 2.0,” that may affect …

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