Edgewood-Virginia, Minnesota

12/19/2025

The Christmas Party was a magnificent celebration, with Santa and his Helpers radiating holiday cheer, the food was scrumptious, the music provided by Shannon Gunderson and Jim Lassila was fabulous, and every guest had a wonderful experience, confirming Christmas as the most wonderful time of year!!! 🎄🎅🤶⛄️❄️

12/17/2025

Rock Ridge's Mr. Teasck and Mr. Miller brought in their 4th grade classes again for some cookie decorating. Christmas music was playing, the sprinkles were sprinkling, and the smiles were big. It is safe to say that everyone was sugared up, and had a blast! ⛄️🎄🎅❄️

12/17/2025

Today would have been Bill Guenther’s 104th birthday. Bill lived through extraordinary times—from growing up during the Great Depression to serving in WWII—and carried a lifelong love of learning, adventure, and curiosity. In this blog, we take a moment to remember his journey and the grit, wisdom, and joy that shaped a life well lived.

Celebrate the extraordinary life of Bill Guenther—WWII veteran, educator, author, and adventurer. From rail-riding youth to decorated navigator and...

12/17/2025

We had an extra special event this evening, Christmas Music Bingo by Organized Chaos. We invited residents family, staff, and their families to join. The music was awesome, there was some great prizes, and everyone had a super fun time! Thank you to Sam and Selina from Organized Chaos for a wonderful night!! 🎅🎄🎶

12/16/2025

This morning we had the pleasure of the Mesabi East Jazz Band play some Christmas tunes for us. They are a fantastic band!! Our residents and staff thoroughly enjoyed every single song they played! Thank you to Josh Peterson, the band director at Mesabi East for bringing the jazz band every year! 🎶🎄🎅🎵

12/12/2025

We appreciate Mr. Teasck and Mr. Miller for bringing students from Rock Ridge to engage in a Santa hat decorating activity with our residents! Everyone demonstrated remarkable creativity, producing outstanding decorations. The experience was so enjoyable and memorable! 🎄🎅

12/11/2025

Did you know coffee might have been discovered by dancing goats? Legend says curious goats nibbled on coffee cherries and started hopping with joy—we can all relate!

Coffee isn’t just a drink; it’s a story in every sip. It’s laughter over a hot mug, late-night talks, and the brew that fuels our mornings.

See how coffee brings joy at every age—because every cup holds a special moment:

Discover how coffee connects generations—from its legendary goat-herder origins to its role in senior living.

12/10/2025

The Rock Ridge High School Fiddlers came in and did a Christmas concert for our residents. They sounded wonderful. 🎻🎅🎄🎻

12/09/2025

Thank you to Mrs. Thyen and her wonderful students for coming in to play Christmas bingo with our residents. Always a fantastic time! 🎅🎄

12/08/2025

Today we played a little candy cane hook em' game. So silly and so fun!

12/04/2025

When facing a serious illness, comfort and compassion matter most. Hospice and palliative care are more than medical services — they’re about dignity, relief, and meaningful support for patients and their loved ones.

If you’ve ever wondered about the difference between hospice and palliative care, or how each can bring peace and reassurance, we’ve shared thoughtful guidance to help you understand and find clarity.

Learn more below:

Choosing between hospice and palliative care can be overwhelming. Our latest blog breaks down what each provides so you can feel confident in your...

12/02/2025

Snowman building at its finest. ⛄️