The Oaks

01/16/2026

Trinity Health Senior Communities is still celebrating all the recognition we received in the U.S. News & World Report 2026 Best Nursing Homes issue. Today, we honor Holy Cross Rehabilitation & Wellness, our Skilled Nursing Community in South Bend, IN, for achieving a "High-Performing" rating for Short-Term Rehabilitation. In sharing his pride in his caregivers, Administrator Roger Garmendia said: “Our team consistently strives to provide high-quality, compassionate care to our Short-Term Rehabilitation residents while they are here and to prepare them to return to their homes, lives, and loved ones as quickly as it is safe for them to do so.” Well done!

01/15/2026

✅ Don’t wait—secure your spot today! Our 5th annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Health Equity Symposium: The Dream in Practice is right around the corner.
📅 Monday, January 19 | 🕚 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. ET | 📍 Virtual Event
👉 Register now!
https://www.trinity-health.org/our-impact/the-common-good/mlk-health-equity-symposium

The Dream in Practice January 19, 2026, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. EST This year’s theme, “The Dream in Practice,” draws inspiration from Dr. King’s enduring words: “We must accept finite disappointment, but never lose infinite hope.” Together, we will explore how hope fuels action—and how actio...

01/14/2026

Fraser Villa, our skilled nursing community in Fraser, MI, received "high performing" honors in both Short-Term Rehabilitation and Long-Term Care in U.S. News & World Report's 2026 "Best Nursing Homes" issue.
“We’re elated to learn that we’ve once again been cited by U.S. News & World Report as a Best Nursing Home,” said Fraser Villa Administrator Claire Collier. “Our team takes to heart our Mission to serve as a compassionate and transforming healing presence for both our long- and short-term residents.” Congratulations to everyone at Fraser Villa!

01/12/2026

Mercy Circle in Chicago offers Independent Living, Assisted Living, Skilled Nursing, Memory Care, and Short-Term Rehab to older adults. Founded in the charism of the Sisters of Mercy, the community is managed by Trinity Health Senior Communities. Last week, Mercy Circle's Executive Director Frances Lachowicz announced that U.S. News & World Report named its Short-Term Rehabilitation program among the nation's "Best" for 2026. "Our team prioritizes high-quality, compassionate care to our Short-Term Rehabilitation residents, making sure that they are comfortable while they are here and well-prepared to return to their homes, lives, and loved ones," she said, underscoring the program's Mercy Mission.

01/09/2026

U.S. News & World Report has once again included Glacier Hills, our Trinity Health Senior Community in Ann Arbor, MI, in its "America's Best Nursing Homes" issue, recognizing its program in Short Term Rehabilitation as a top pick for 2026. “We are so pleased to once again earn this honor from U.S. News & World Report,” said Glacier Hills Care and Rehabilitation Center Administrator LeeAnn Pennington. “Our team at the Care and Rehabilitation Center focuses on nurturing patients as they heal, empowering them as they gain strength, and readying them to get back to their homes and daily routines. We are here for their short-term rehabilitation and in the long term for any needs that may emerge along their individual journeys.” Congratulations to the whole team at Glacier Hills!

01/07/2026

You did it again, St. Joseph of the Pines! Congratulations to our Trinity Health Senior Community in Southern Pines, North Carolina, on receiving accolades from U.S. News & World Report in the 2026 Best Nursing Homes issue! SJP's programs in both Long-Term Care and Short-Term Rehabilitation achieved "High Performing" ratings -- the highest bestowed by the publication.
“We are so honored to once again be recognized for our excellence in care as well as for our individualized, empowering approach,” said Raymond Esteves, Jr., administrator of the Health Center at St. Joseph of the Pines. “Our team is proud of both this acknowledgment from U.S. News & World Report and of our commitment to our Long-Term and Short-Term residents. We have a Mission to serve as a compassionate and transforming healing presence within our community, and we are fully dedicated to achieving that every day.”

01/01/2026

Wishing everyone a happy and healthy New Year!

Every person matters. Every story matters. Every voice matters.

12/31/2025

The year closes with a few memories from our December festivities. Santa was on hand to give gifts to the kids from the Westshore Christian Academy. We also hosted a stroll through the oaks holiday party that was enjoyed by residents, families and staff listening to music, eating great food and lots of smiles. And we can’t forget our resident carolers who performed for our listening pleasure. Happy New Year everyone!

12/31/2025

Congratulations to Bellbrook, our Trinity Health Senior Community in Rochester Hills, MI. They received a "Best" rating in U.S. News & World Report's 2026 Best Nursing Homes issue. According to Administrator Colette Belcourt: “This recognition by U.S. News & World Report is a deeply-appreciated honor for our professional team. Their commitment, talent, and hard work is responsible for the excellence of our Short-Term Rehabilitation program and our outcomes,”

12/26/2025

As Kwanzaa begins, we honor the rich traditions and values that celebrate family, community, and culture. May this season of reflection and unity bring peace, purpose, and joy. Happy Kwanzaa to all who observe.

Every person matters. Every story matters. Every voice matters.

12/25/2025

On this sacred day, may the light of Christmas bring hope, peace and love. Wishing all a blessed and joyful Christmas.

Every person matters. Every story matters. Every voice matters.

12/23/2025

The month of December was marked by various special events and outings, one of which was a trip to the Muskegon Historical Railroad Society.