The Village, A WesleyLife Community

04/08/2026

From little footsteps to lifelong memories… Our pond brings every generation together—tonight featuring 7-year-old Beau and his best four-legged friend, Mya, soaking in a perfect Village sunset. 🌅

04/07/2026

🚧 The Village Expansion Update! 🚧

Magnolia, our long‑term and short‑term care area, offering all private rooms, is moving ahead quickly—sheetrock is up throughout much of the space, several rooms are already painted, and brick has begun going up on the exterior.

At the same time, our Cedar Independent Living building is taking shape, with the parking garage roof nearly complete and the interior layout coming together.

We’re also excited to offer our Cedar Pioneers the opportunity to virtually walk through the floorplans they’ve reserved. If you’ve been interested in Cedar but find it hard to visualize the space, reach out to learn more about experiencing these virtual tours! Call or email Amber at 515.961.0878 or amcdonald@wesleylife.org.

OneDay - Expansion Update 4/7/26 - Video by Amber McDonald

04/05/2026

Rejoice - He is risen! On behalf of everyone at WesleyLife, we wish you a blessed, hope-filled Easter Sunday. Please enjoy this greeting that our president and CEO, Rob Kretzinger, sent to team members last week.

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Easter offers us something we all need: a quiet invitation to slow down and notice what matters. I don’t know about you, but as spring approaches, I want to be outdoors. On my walks, I notice signs of renewal all around me, and I’m reminded that each day is a new chance to make a difference.

A Scripture verse that comes to mind when I think about this season is from Isaiah 43:19: “See, I am doing a new thing! Now it springs up; do you not perceive it?” It’s a reminder that growth and possibility are always unfolding, even in moments when they can be easy to miss.

Across WesleyLife, we see growth and possibility lived out every day. They can be present in small acts of kindness, in moments of reassurance, and in the trust placed in us by those we serve. Each interaction carries an invitation to live life with a greater sense of meaning, to lean into hope, and to pursue joy. That is both the privilege of this work and the responsibility we share.

As I prepare to retire in a little less than two months’ time, I’m thinking of my own renewal as I seek God’s plan for my next chapter. The fact that I’m able to prepare a “second act” is a testimony to what we do as a health and well-being organization; in previous generations, retirement was a time of rest. I’m looking forward to a little of that, sure … but mostly, I feel overwhelming gratitude for the health that will allow me to continue to make some kind of impact, and to be present and active with my wife, our children, and our six grandchildren.

I’ll leave you with this: The earlier we work on our health and well-being, the better. Please fill your body with good food, move naturally, connect regularly with those you care about, and partner with your health care provider on ways you can maximize your one precious life.

Whether or not an Easter celebration is a tradition for you, I wish you in the days ahead some time to rest, to spend time with the people who mean something to you, and to reflect on the difference you make. Your presence matters. Your work matters. And the impact you have reaches farther than you may ever know.

On behalf of our leadership team, thank you for all you bring to WesleyLife and to one another.

04/03/2026

The visit was quick, but the guest was an important one! Troy Porter, our director of facilities, construction, and development, brought his son Jax to Indianola yesterday to check out the progress of the $49.5 million redevelopment of The Village.

Jax turns 3 soon, and for him, it was mostly about the hard hat and the mud. (And telling all the workers, "Good job!") For Troy, it was a chance to share a small piece of his day and the work he is helping lead with one of the most important people in his life.

The visit was a good reminder that work and life are not separate, and that the people we care about are part of why we do what we do. And when we talk about health and well-being, this is part of our "why" at WesleyLife: prioritizing what matters most.

(And if, like Jax, you want to check out progress at The Village for yourself, visit https://hubs.li/Q049Cy4-0!)

04/01/2026

Big shoutout to the amazing Simpson College Campus Day students!

Today, a group of football players rolled up their sleeves and tackled some big projects, and they did it all with smiles, energy, and incredible teamwork!

From start to finish, their positive attitudes and willingness to jump in made a huge impact. We truly couldn’t have accomplished everything we did today without their helping hands and fun spirit.

Thank you for bringing the muscle, the momentum, and the power—you made our day! 🙌🏽

03/30/2026

03/26/2026

We’re proud to celebrate life’s biggest milestones together!

Celebrations and meaningful connections are a part of our culture, and it was so special to honor these two incredible team members as they prepare for an exciting new chapter! 🎀🎀

03/24/2026

Thank you to residents, Mary and Jim for sharing your passion and talent through your art with others!

03/24/2026

At The Village, we love celebrating local businesses through our monthly spotlight events!

Thank you to The Haven in Indianola, founded by Bethany Grabe — a beautiful wellness collective and community space created with intention, connection, and community at its heart for being our March Spotlight.

The Haven offers a unique space where individuals can gather, grow, and recharge — from wellness classes and workshops to meaningful events that bring people together. It’s truly a place designed to nurture both mind and body.

Thank you, Bethany, for sharing your vision and creating something so impactful for our community!

If you haven’t experienced The Haven yet, this is your sign — go check out all they have to offer and experience the magic for yourself. You won’t regret it! 💫 The Haven Indianola

03/17/2026

The luck of the Irish has spread through our team members today! ☘️

Happy St. Patrick’s Day to all! ☘️

03/14/2026

What’s better than celebrating Pi Day? Celebrating it with pie made by friends. 🥧

Today we enjoyed a sweet twist on Pi Day as residents shared some of their favorite homemade pies and gathered together for pie, ice cream, and wonderful conversation.

The table was filled with delicious options like strawberry rhubarb, classic apple, and even a tasty gluten-free dessert so everyone could enjoy a slice.

But the best part wasn’t just the pie. It was the laughter, the stories shared, and the connections made around the table. Moments like these remind us that the sweetest things in life are the ones we share together.

Thank you to everyone who baked, shared, and made today such a special celebration