On July 10, 2025, Covenant Village celebrated its second annual Legacy of Care Season of Giving with an event that highlighted major advances made in its Legacy of Care philanthropic program. More than $526,000 was raised during May and June in support of the five philanthropic pillars of Legacy of Care, representing the Benevolent Fund, Workforce Investment, Enrichment and Innovation, Capital Support, and…
Previously published in the May 2025 issue of The Villager newsletter. While most future residents planning the move to Covenant Village are focused on what to do with their furniture and other valuables, Mildred and George Manning had a very nonconventional consideration: What to do with their rose bushes. The roses were celebrated in Gastonia’s Armstrong Park neighborhood and enjoyed by friends,…
— Portions of this article were printed in the June 2025 issue of The Villager newsletter and shared at the June 3, 2025, Scholarship Night event, thanks to Katie Proffit, Assistant Director, Human Resources, and Jenn Barker, Senior Director of Human Resources. The featured highlight video of Scholarship Night is available on YouTube – Scholarship Night 2025 Link On June 3, Covenant…
Photo: Jonathan Bolch, Assistant Director of Security, joined fellow Leadership Team members in placing an ornament on the Giving Tree to signify his tribute to a loved one with a donation to Legacy of Care. Published in the June 2025 issue of The Villager newsletter The Giving Tree at Covenant Village is continuing to “bloom” as residents, employees, board members, future residents,…
Are you looking for a great way to honor or remember your mother, father, spouse, or a special mentor? The Season of Giving at Covenant Village, taking place now through the end of June, provides a way to celebrate those special people in your life. Covenant Village designates this time of year to highlight the many ways giving helps support the mission…
Covenant Village has established the “It’s the Real Deal” Award to recognize volunteerism at Covenant Village. The first award was presented to Covenant Village resident Gerald Deal on April 22, 2025, at the quarterly Resident Association meeting. “For decades, dedicated residents, family members, staff members, and Community friends have provided ‘above and beyond’ voluntary care and service to our Village community,” announced…
Heart disease is the number one related killer in women in the United States. Over 80% of heart disease is believed to be preventable, which is great news. Of course, this makes bringing awareness, education, research, and resources vital to reduce the number of women affected by it. Some ways to prevent heart disease include not smoking, exercising regularly, and maintaining a…
2025 New Year’s Message from CEO Dale Melton You may remember that a practice I’ve developed over the years is to identify three words or phrases that provide a focused and disciplined approach to the New Year: a holy trinity of inspiration, motivation, and celebration. As we begin the promising and productive New Year of 2025, I invite you to reflect on…
The Employee Appreciation Fund was established by residents shortly after Covenant Village opened its doors in 1982. Since the retirement community does not allow tipping of employees during the year, this is a tangible way once a year that residents can say, “thank you.” A formula, based on years of service and hours worked during 2024, is used to determine the amount…
A Thanksgiving message from the CEO Dear Covenant Village Residents, Staff, Families, and Friends, Many of us gather, year after year, with family and friends around our beloved Thanksgiving Holiday space—at our home or someone else’s home, a beautiful vacation spot in the mountains or at the beach, around a formal dining room table, or with plates in our laps. Whether intentionally…
Think about all the times . . . . . . in the last several months when you left a tip for good service at a restaurant, barbershop, salon, or your favorite coffee house. There is a policy of no tipping at Covenant Village to ensure equal delivery of services to all residents. In addition, there are many “behind the scenes” employees…
From the October 2024 issue of The Villager As the visible signs of progress become evident in our Village, CEO Dale Melton is delighted to provide highlights on the Covenant Village Master Development Plan. Occupancy Demand remains high and at levels beyond our planned and budgeted targets. Presently, we are 100% occupied and reserved in the existing Apartment Homes in Buildings…