Good Shepherd Home

04/05/2026

Today we celebrate the greatest victory in history.
The tomb is empty, death is defeated, and hope is alive.

He is risen! Alleluia! ✝️

04/03/2026

Today we reflect on the sacrifice of Jesus Christ and the profound love revealed on the cross. Good Friday calls us to pause, remember, and give thanks for the gift of redemption. Even in this solemn moment, we hold onto the promise that hope is never lost.

"But He was pierced for our transgressions, He was crushed for our iniquities; the punishment that brought us peace was on Him, and by His wounds we are healed." — Isaiah 53:5

04/02/2026

We had a little excitement around the pond yesterday…
Some of our staff spotted what appeared to be a CROCODILE floating in the water! 😱
Thankfully, it turns out this surprise visitor was all in good fun — just a playful April Fools joke done in loving memory of one of our beloved former residents, Ray Smith, who always had a great sense of humor and loved a good laugh.
We think Ray would have gotten a real kick out of seeing everyone’s reactions! ❤️
Thank you to our team for being such great sports — and for keeping the smiles (and a little bit of panic!) alive around here.
Did we fool you? 😄

04/01/2026

April is Volunteer Appreciation Month, and we want to say a heartfelt thank you to the amazing volunteers who give their time to Good Shepherd Home.

From helping with activities and events to spending time with residents and offering a friendly smile, your presence makes a lasting impact on our community. The care and compassion you share help make Good Shepherd Home a truly special place.

We are so grateful for each and every one of you.

“Your time is one of the greatest gifts you can give—and we are so thankful you choose to share it with us.”

03/30/2026

We now have a link to the survey! https://forms.gle/YXCmqWWMsg7mBUW56
All family members are invited to submit responses. Thank you!

⭐ Attention Family Members ⭐
We’re excited to introduce a new opportunity for families at Good Shepherd Home—the Shepherd Family Alliance.

This group is being developed by our Social Services Department to support family members as they navigate the journey of having a loved one in our care. The goal is to provide helpful coping strategies, along with tools and resources to make this time as smooth and manageable as possible. Just as importantly, it offers a chance to connect with others who truly understand what you’re experiencing—building a sense of community and support along the way.

While conversations may naturally include your loved ones, this group will not focus on the day-to-day operations of Good Shepherd Home. Instead, the focus is on you—providing encouragement, guidance, and support throughout your journey. Topics may include finances, loneliness, guilt, Alzheimer’s/dementia, and decision-making.

In the coming days, you’ll receive an interest survey by mail, and there will also be an option to complete it online. Your feedback will help us shape this group—determining things like meeting days, times, frequency, and length—so it best meets your needs.

More details to come soon, but for now, we’re excited to bring this meaningful new program to our community!

03/26/2026

⭐ Attention Family Members ⭐
We’re excited to introduce a new opportunity for families at Good Shepherd Home—the Shepherd Family Alliance.

This group is being developed by our Social Services Department to support family members as they navigate the journey of having a loved one in our care. The goal is to provide helpful coping strategies, along with tools and resources to make this time as smooth and manageable as possible. Just as importantly, it offers a chance to connect with others who truly understand what you’re experiencing—building a sense of community and support along the way.

While conversations may naturally include your loved ones, this group will not focus on the day-to-day operations of Good Shepherd Home. Instead, the focus is on you—providing encouragement, guidance, and support throughout your journey. Topics may include finances, loneliness, guilt, Alzheimer’s/dementia, and decision-making.

In the coming days, you’ll receive an interest survey by mail, and there will also be an option to complete it online. Your feedback will help us shape this group—determining things like meeting days, times, frequency, and length—so it best meets your needs.

More details to come soon, but for now, we’re excited to bring this meaningful new program to our community!

03/26/2026

We are still in need of wine and/or whiskey for our Good Samaritan Dinner & Auction 🍷Unopened bottles may be dropped off at the reception desk, or given to Lisa Cooper, Admissions Coordinator. We are also accepting items for the silent auction which may also be dropped off at the reception desk. As always, thank you for your generous support! 🩷💜🩵

We appreciate your donations for a great cause! 🍷🥃

03/25/2026

➡️ JOB OPPORTUNITY! ⬅️

Transportation STNA 🚐

Job description:

Responsibilities:
· Every other weekend on the floor as an aide

· 8am-3:30pm during the week (must be flexible)

· Part Time Hours

· Must be an STNA

· Must have a valid driver’s license with a good driving record.

This role requires a compassionate individual who is dedicated to providing high-quality patient care. If you have the necessary skills and qualifications, we invite you to apply for this rewarding position.

Job Type: Part-time

Work Location: In person

To apply: Visit our Indeed page, message us your resume, or stop by in person to fill out an application!

03/24/2026

🚨NOW HIRING🚨
Maintenance Assistant
PURPOSE:
Oversee and contribute to the overall upkeep and maintenance of buildings and grounds. Perform minor and major repairs as required to maintain a safe, attractive, and well maintained living environment for all residents, guests and staff.
RESPONSIBLE TO:
Plant Operations
QUALIFICATIONS:
1.)Ability to read, write, made simple calculations, follow oral and written directions.
2.) An attitude of caring and compassion for the elderly.
4.) Ability to cooperate with co-workers.
5.) Willing and able to take 24 hour on call pager responsibilities.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
1.) Must be in good physical and mental health.
2.) Finger and hand dexterity.
3.) Constant standing and walking during work periods.
4.) Turning, stooping, bending, stretching and lifting, moving equipment and perform other related tasks.
5.) Ability to climb, crawl and operate equipment.
6.) Current Health Certificate – examination as required.
STANDARDS:
1.) Mature and emotionally stable.
2.) Willingness to work with realization that errors may have serious
consequences for residents.
3.) Patience and tact in dealing with residents, visitors and staff.
4.) Some initiative and judgement.
5.) Willingness to perform a variety of simple repetitive tasks, some of which involve unpleasant conditions.
6.) Work under supervision and cooperate with other departments and staff.
7.) Participate in in-service education sessions as well as having the desire to seek additional knowledge.
8.) High organizational skills and conscientious of details.
9.) Greet others in a friendly manner with a Christ-like demeanor.
10.) Provide positive, noteworthy customer service.
11.) Anticipate and attend to resident needs.
12.) Exceed resident and family expectations.
13.) Ability to be flexible in meeting the work schedule and work as needed.
14.) Ability to maintain good working relationships with nursing personnel and other department staff.
15.) Initiative, judgement and good communications skills.
16.) At least one year of experience required.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
1.) Make necessary repairs to a variety of items upon request.
2.) Perform grounds keeping work including, but not limited to, grass cutting
w**d whacking, snow/ice removal and raking and disposal of leaves.
3.) Plumbing repairs and drain auguring as needed.
4.) Perform drywall repair and painting.
5.) Troubleshoot and electrical repair of 120-volt apparatus (building and equipment).
6.) Oversee the cleanliness and organization of the various storage and supply rooms.
7.) Provide routine repairs as needed.
8.) Radio communication: Carry radio and respond in a timely manner.
9.) Perform preventative maintenance and repair of the buildings, equipment, machinery, lawn and grounds to ensure resident safety and comfort.
10.) Ensure all maintenance request forms are handled in a timely manner.
11.) Allow for a flexible work schedule making adjustments for facility needs while minimizing overtime.
12.) Ensure compliance with Federal, State and Local regulation governing our operations.
13.) Assist in resident and staff relocations.
14.) Be available on call.
15.) Other job and maintenance related items as assigned.
To apply, send your resume to us through Facebook Messenger, apply on Indeed, or stop by in person to fill out an application. We look forward to hearing from you!

03/20/2026

💐 UPDATE! 🌹 Our "Blooming Sponsors" now include 2 tickets to the dinner when you give at the Rose or Grand Garden level!

03/17/2026

A Gentle Reminder About Photos at Activities
We love seeing the joy our activities bring and understand the desire to capture those special moments. To help protect the privacy of all residents—especially those who have requested not to be photographed—we kindly ask that families refrain from taking photos or videos during group activities.

Thank you for helping us create a safe, respectful environment for everyone in our community.

03/16/2026

✂️📸 A wonderful day of creativity at Good Shepherd Home!

On Saturday, we welcomed a talented group of scrapbookers for our annual Scrapper’s Crop, where creativity and community came together for a special purpose. Throughout the day, participants worked on beautiful scrapbook layouts capturing memories from our residents’ activities and outings over the past year.

These pages will become part of our Good Shepherd Home scrapbook, helping preserve the moments, friendships, and experiences that make life here so special.

Thank you to everyone who joined us, shared their creativity, and helped document these memories. We are also grateful to Norma Robbins for organizing the event and to all who helped make the day such a success!

📷 Enjoy a few photos from the day!