The Parkvue Community

12/19/2025

The tradition of sending Christmas cards dates back to the 1800s—and our residents are proudly keeping it alive! ❤️ This season, they signed 900 Christmas cards for the clients of Care & Share of Erie County: 700 in English and 200 in Spanish. A small message can mean so much, and these cards are filled with holiday cheer and heartfelt wishes. 🎄✨

12/18/2025

Trust in the Slow Work of God

Discover the metaphor of rock tumbling as a lesson in patience and trust during uncertain times, inspired by the slow work of God.

12/15/2025

✨ Happy Holidays! ✨

Wishing you a season filled with warmth and joy. May this time bring meaningful moments, a sense of peace, and connection with those you love.💙

From our community to yours, happy holidays and best wishes for the new year ahead!

12/11/2025

🎄 Guess who showed up at Parkvue? Our very own Elf on the Shelf—causing mischief everywhere! Santa tried to keep things under control… and then the Grinch popped in just to stir things up. 😂💚
Holiday shenanigans at their finest! 🎅🧝‍♂️✨

12/11/2025

On Life and Time!

Discover how time and God's presence intertwine, guiding us through life's challenges and blessings, offering hope, purpose, and spiritual growth.

12/05/2025

New episode of Art of Aging, out now!🎙️
Rev. Beth Long-Higgins sits down with Susan Wallace of LeadingAge Ohio to explore hospice and palliative care, the PACE model, caregiving, and the power of connection in aging well. 🌟
Tune in to The Art of Aging for insight, guidance, and inspiration:

This week on the Art of Aging, Rev. Beth Long-Higgins welcomes Susan Wallace, President and CEO of LeadingAge Ohio, for an insightful discussion on aging in ...

12/04/2025

Ho ho ho - we had some special visitors yesterday! Santa and his reindeer stopped by on their way to the North Pole! One of the reindeer even took a stroll around Parkvue Health Care Center. There were free photos with Santa, hot chocolate, cookies, and festive live music. We also had nativity animals to pet — and kiss a camel! 🐪
It was a wonderful afternoon filled with smiles, laughter, and holiday cheer. We'd like to thank everyone for coming!🎅🦌✨

12/04/2025

Time and the Stirrings of our Hearts

Reflecting on time, grandparenting, and the anticipation of new life, this blog explores the emotional journey & deeper meaning of welcoming a grandchild.

11/27/2025

🍂 Happy Thanksgiving from our community to yours! 🍂

Today, we gather in gratitude for connection, for shared meals, and for the people who make our communities feel like home. As we celebrate, we also pause to honor the Indigenous peoples whose history, stewardship, and cultural traditions have shaped the land we share.

May this day remind us of the importance of gratitude, respect, and caring for one another. 🧡

11/27/2025

God’s Time

Exploring the contrast between Chronos and Kairos, this blog delves into understanding God's time and how it influences our perception of life's moments.

11/25/2025

We’re tailgating for the big game this weekend! 🎉🏈
Whether you’re cheering for Ohio State or Michigan, everyone came together to enjoy sandwiches, snacks, and lots of goodies.
Good food, good laughs, good rivalry vibes!❤️💙

11/25/2025

Loneliness is as Harmful as Smoking: Why Connection Matters

Loneliness can harm health as much as smoking. Discover why meaningful connection matters—especially for older adults—and how to foster it.