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At The Waters, we believe in compassionate care, innovative therapies, and a nurturing community.

04/05/2026

Wishing all of our friends a very Hoppy Easter and a sp-egg-tacular day spent with the people you love most! 🐣

💛 from all of us at The Waters

03/18/2026

At The Waters of Wakarusa, it’s just as important to us to create a fun place to work as it is a fun place to live! 🎉

Last week, our staff celebrated by taste-testing delicious meatballs with marinara and BBQ sauce — a flavorful way to bring everyone together! 🍝

We also got creative with a Friday the 13th challenge, inviting staff to write a 13-word poem. Our residents had the honor of choosing the winner, and congratulations to Amie, CNA, whose winning poem was:

“Shamrocks shimmer gently as laughter and luck wander through glistening bright streets tonight.” 🍀

Amie was awarded a lunch bag cooler filled with goodies — well deserved! We love finding fun and meaningful ways to engage both our staff and residents.

03/17/2026

Last week, we proudly celebrated Long-Term Care Administrators Week, and we’d like to extend a big thank you to our incredible Administrator, David Henke! 💙

David was born at Elkhart General Hospital — the very same place where he later worked as a Registered Respiratory Therapist and Practitioner. He went on to earn his Master’s degree in Business Administration and Finance from Indiana Wesleyan University and served as a financial analyst at Healthwin Hospital, where he completed his training and licensure as a Health Facility Administrator in Indiana. He also holds a Licensed Nursing Home Administrator certification in the state of Michigan.

Throughout his career, David has dedicated himself to serving several nursing facilities across Indiana, building strong care teams and improving outcomes for residents. He joined The Waters of Wakarusa one year ago and shared that the small-town feel and genuine, heartfelt care shown by the team is what drew him here.

In addition to his work in healthcare, David has proudly served as an Elkhart City Councilman for the past 22 years.

David has been married for 38 years to his wife, Kim — an RN, MSN, MPH, CCRN, and Clinical Specialist at Elkhart General — where the two first met. Together, they have two children: Zachary, a public works engineer in Elkhart, and Alexandria, a lawyer for the New York Civil Court System. They also have one very spoiled grandchild, Kingston!

In their free time, David and Kim enjoy boating, traveling, and making a difference in their community. They reside in Elkhart, Indiana.

Thank you, David, for your leadership, dedication, and the positive impact you make every day! 💙

02/26/2026

At The Waters of Wakarusa, we love creating special moments for our residents to connect and bond 💛

Whether it’s our ladies enjoying meaningful conversation and laughter together or our gentlemen gathering for their own time of camaraderie, these dedicated groups give everyone a space to share stories, build friendships, and simply enjoy one another’s company.

Providing opportunities that are thoughtfully catered to both our women and our men helps strengthen connections and makes our community feel even more like home.

02/25/2026

🚨 NOW HIRING – JOIN OUR TEAM! 🚨

We’re hosting Walk-In Interviews and looking for caring, compassionate healthcare leaders to join our team at The Waters of Wakarusa.

Join us for a !
🗓 Tuesday, March 3rd
⏰ 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
📍 The Waters of Wakarusa

🥤 Enjoy our Dirty Soda Bar
🎁 Enter a drawing to win a prize
🤝 Meet our leadership team
💼 Explore meaningful career opportunities

Come see why it’s different at The Waters!

📍 300 North Washington Street
Wakarusa, IN 46573

02/19/2026

The sweetest little Valentine’s Day visitor! ❤️

Our residents here at The Waters of Wakarusa got the most special surprise — a 6-day-old baby lamb! She completely stole the show, and our residents and staff absolutely loved every minute of cuddles and smiles she brought. 💕

A big thank you to Mike Wolfe for also coming in and performing, it really brightened our day!

02/15/2026

We treated the sweetest staff to some delicious cupcakes for ! 🧁💕

02/13/2026

Thank you to everyone who sent a Valentine for our residents! ❤️

If you would like to stop by tomorrow with some more, we would greatly appreciate it!

Happy !! 💕

02/09/2026

Curious what is all about? Here’s your sneak peek into our amazing community! 👀

Each day is packed with fun, lots of laughter, some challenging workouts, and of course, delicious food! 🎉🍽️

02/06/2026

We had a wonderful afternoon with Anna. Thank you for coming and performing for our residents! 🪉

02/02/2026

Please join us in celebrating our amazing Activity Director, Tami Thompson, who we honored during ! 🎉

Tami is celebrating two years as an Activities Director and began her journey at The Waters of Wakarusa SNF in September 2025. In such a short time, she has already made a meaningful impact on our residents and team! 💙

Making residents happy and keeping them active is the favorite part of her day — and it truly shows in the energy and enthusiasm she brings. Her favorite activity? Balloon volleyball! 🎈🏐 A resident favorite that always brings smiles and laughter.

Tami, thank you for your dedication, positivity, and heart. We are so grateful for all you do to help our residents live well each day! 🌟

And thank you to Laura from Dunes Hospice, for providing Olive Garden lunch for our Activities staff to help celebrate them!

01/28/2026

One card. One smile. One big impact. ❤️

The Waters is so excited to participate in Hearts Across America this year! If you live in a different state—or know someone who does—we invite you to send a Valentine to our residents.

Our residents absolutely love opening mail, and they’ll be tracking each letter as it arrives, pinning states on the map and celebrating the love coming in from across the country. 📬

Your Card Can:
💕 Reduce feelings of loneliness and isolation
😊 Boost mood, joy, and emotional well-being
🤝 Create a meaningful connection for them beyond our walls
🌎 Help our residents feel remembered, valued, and connected to the world

💌 Kindly spread the love and send a Valentine to: 💌
The residents at The Waters
The Waters of Wakarusa
300 N Washington St
Wakarusa, IN 46573

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300 N.
Wakarusa, IN
46573

Website

http://watersofwakarusa.com/

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