Ecumen Lakeshore

03/13/2026

Enjoy this sampling of the fantastic Glamour Shots we took recently. Residents had such a fun time choosing their color scheme, props, jewelry, and even crowns! G-L-A-M-O-R-O-U-S !

03/12/2026

to last week when we had so much fun on Wig Wednesday! Everyone sure was creative and resourceful coming up with new hair styles. We also enjoyed musical entertainment from Glen Laspie and Happy Hour!

03/10/2026

We’re excited to share some big news at Ecumen!

Ecumen’s Board of Trustees has selected Dr. Cyrus Batheja, EdD, MBA, RN, FAAN, as our next President & CEO.

With this selection, Ecumen is building on a long and powerful legacy of mission-driven work serving older adults and strengthening our position as a leader in a rapidly changing health care landscape. A registered nurse, Dr. Batheja brings deep experience – starting at the bedside in senior living and leading large clinical teams.

He’ll officially join Ecumen on March 23, and we can’t wait to welcome him across our communities.

As she retires from Ecumen, we extend our sincere gratitude to Shelley Kendrick for her outstanding leadership and service to Ecumen and those we serve. She guided us successfully through COVID, hospice expansion and the transition of St. Benedict’s Communities from CentraCare to Ecumen. She championed a people-first culture and mentored countless team members during her tenure. We wish her all the best!

Join us in welcoming Cyrus to Ecumen. We’re excited for this next chapter and the continued growth and strength of our work.

Read more in our blog.

SHOREVIEW, MN (March 10, 2026) — Ecumen, a nonprofit provider of living spaces and services for older adults, today announced that its Board of Trustees has unanimously selected Dr. Cyrus Batheja, EdD, MBA, RN, FAAN, as the organization’s next president and chief executive officer. [read the ful...

03/09/2026

March is National Nutrition Month, and this year’s theme—“Discover the Power of Nutrition”—is all about simple, everyday choices that help us feel our best. This month we’ll be sharing weekly highlights featuring practical nutrition tips and spotlighting on one of our amazing Ecumen dietitians—plus their favorite healthy recipe! Are you ready to Discover the Power of Nutrition with us? 🌿🥗💪
Read more and try this week's recipe!

March is National Nutrition Month, and this year’s theme—“Discover the Power of Nutrition”—is all about simple, everyday choices that help us feel our best. This month we’ll be sharing weekly highlights featuring practical nutrition tips and spotlighting on one of our amazing Ecumen diet...

03/02/2026

Peter Gallatin, our Director of Spiritual Care, shares this Spiritual Thought for the Week:

I love watching the snow and ice melt no matter where I am...on a lake, by the river, or even into the storm drain in front of my house.

Nothing stays frozen forever. In our lives sometimes we feel "frozen" unsure of what to do next. We too are invited to trust gentle small movements of our own lives as we begin to "thaw." Each moment can be a moment of renewal, no matter how big or small.

May you recognize the grace in slow melting!

02/25/2026

Join us as we explore the many transitions life brings—both the challenges and the opportunities for growth. These supportive gatherings offer space for grief support, education, and meaningful connection with others who have experienced losses of various kinds, including the death of a loved one, shifts in independence and residence, changes in relationships, and other significant life changes.

Led by Ecumen Hospice staff, our time together provides a compassionate environment to share stories, learn new insights, and walk alongside one another as we navigate grief and discover new beginnings. There is no cost to attend and these events are open to the community. No registration is required.

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02/21/2026

We had a Mardi Gras Celebration on Fat Tuesday including a Jambalaya Feast, getting a drink from Bourbon Street, and throwing the beads over the balcony to win beads and masks. It was a great time with fun New Orleans music playing in the background and people dressing the part with beads, masks and fun bright clothing.

02/21/2026

Another Ecumen Winter Olympic event in the books - Olympic Hockey! Residents had a fun-filled afternoon with table hockey and even ate hockey pucks for a snack. Too bad a couple of our Team Members lost teeth during their hockey experiences.😉

02/16/2026

Thank you to the Duluth News Tribune for featuring 3 of our lovely Ecumen Lakeshore couples in their recent publication. Can you believe these couples all share the same Wedding Anniversary? (June 22, 1963 for those wondering 🤵‍♂️👰)

02/15/2026

Every resident received a rose for Valentine's Day thanks to "Wish of a Lifetime from AARP". The flowers brought a heartwarming smile to everyone. We are feeling thankful and loved.🌹❤️

02/14/2026

A delicious throwback to Wednesday when we had valentine floats for all at Ecumen Lakeshore! Those Strawberry Floats sure hit the spot - with love songs playing in the background and great conversation as everyone came together. 🍓❤️