Bethany's Auxiliary Program is here to help! We offer Bethany’s residents supplemental help and support to purchase goods that aren’t covered in their rent. Join us for our rummage sale...
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The Community Response Fund of Cass and Clay Counties, administered by the Fargo Moorhead Area Foundation, has awarded Bethany Retirement Living a grant of $3,000 to provide communication and entertainment…
Delegates from sponsoring congregations participated in the Annual Meeting of Bethany Retirement Living by mail-in vote due to the changes in requirements for social distancing, and in an effort to…
The Frank L. Wedge Memorial Fund, administered by the North Dakota Long Term Care Association, has awarded Bethany Retirement Living a grant of $10,000 to support the development of a…
Nominations are being sought for the 2020 Senior of the Year (SOTY) awards. Nomination materials are available at www.senioroftheyear.org. The Senior of the Year recognizes those aged 65 and over…
JoAnne Johnson, a CNA/CMA in the Towers Assisted Living and Basic Care at Bethany on University, has been chosen from among more than 1,000 nominees as one of four Caregivers...
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The Bethany Auxiliary will hold a Pancake Brunch on Sunday, March 29, at First Lutheran Church, 619 Broadway, Fargo. Proceeds from the event will be used by the Auxiliary to…
Bethany Retirement Living has been awarded twelve Customer Experience Awards from Pinnacle Quality Insight. Qualifying for the awards displays a continued dedication to providing Best in Class senior healthcare services….
The Bethany Auxiliary will be conducting the annual community-wide geranium sale this spring. Red, pink-variegated, salmon, and white geraniums are on sale in 4-1/2 inch pots. The high-quality plants are…
It’s hard to decide if a loved one is ready for assisted living. At Bethany Retirement Living, any time is a good time! We accommodate to any level of care...
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Bethany Retirement Living will host the Annual Soup of the Day event from 10:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. on Wednesday, February 19, in the Resident Center at Bethany on University,…
Bethany is a great place to live and work! Don’t just take our word for it. Learn about some the perks from our wonderful employees. Be a part of our...
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Bethany Retirement Living will host the 9th Annual Soup of the Day event from 10:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. on Thursday, January 16, in the Resident Center at Bethany on…
Both Bethany on 42nd and Bethany on University have been rated High-Performing nursing facilities for 2019-20 by USNews, with Bethany on 42nd earning the BEST NURSING HOME designation. More than…
Bethany Retirement Living will be “bringing the mall to the residents” when the Bethany Auxiliary hosts the 19th Annual Holiday Shopping Spree. The event will take place at Bethany on…
Are you afraid of the dark? Do you get the heebie-jeebies easily?? If so, this story might not be for you… Once upon a time, there was a child born...
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Cory Flaa has been named recipient of the Catherine Larson Endowed Nursing Scholarship at Bethany Retirement Living. He will receive $500 to apply toward his nursing education costs for the...
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The holiday season brings up nostalgia and memories from the past. We’d like to share a story about a Bethany resident named Verna Anfinrud, who recently spent time with us...
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Victoria Kuol, Ashley Lommen and Jodi Schultz have been named recipients of the Lorraine Krenelka Nursing Scholarship at Bethany Retirement Living. They will each receive $1,000 to apply toward their...
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Warnyor Majam has been named the 2019 recipient of the Kim Marchell Endowed Scholarship at Bethany Retirement Living. She will receive $500 to apply toward her nursing education for the…
An Open House will be hosted at the Grace Pointe apartments from 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm on Thursday, October 3, at 2890 Saffron Drive S, Fargo. Refreshments will be…
In honor of Bethany’s 80th anniversary, we’re honored to share the heartwarming story of Bethany resident Shirley Bolme. Shirley has experienced both working and living at Bethany. Shirley grew up…
The Annual Senior of the Year Award program was held Thursday, September 19, at the Hilton Garden Inn in Fargo. The event is a program of Bethany Retirement Living. The…
In honor of Bethany Retirement Living’s 80th anniversary, we’d like to share a story about a current resident whose father lived in the original Bethany Rest Home. Cecil Thompson was...
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Bethany Retirement Living will host a support and education program for family members who have a loved one with a dementing illness living in a nursing facility. “Endings & Beginnings”…
We at Bethany are here to help healthcare professionals excel in their career by providing them with the resources they need to be successful! Some of the development opportunities that...
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Seventeen area seniors have been nominated for the 2019 Senior of the Year Award. The Senior of the Year Awards Dinner will take place on Thursday, September 19, at the…
Bethany Retirement Living will host its annual Salad Extravaganza! from 10:30 am to 1:00 pm on Wednesday, July 17, in the Resident Center at Bethany on 42nd, 4255 30 Ave…
Since 2010, Bethany Retirement Living has been honoring those who have made an impact in our community and for those who call this region home. The Senior of the Year…
In honor of Independence Day this week, we would like to share a story for a North Dakota hero. John L. Kuntz retired as a Sargent First Class from the…
Nominations are being sought for the 2019 Senior of the Year (SOTY) awards program. The Senior of the Year recognizes those aged 65 and over who have made an outstanding...
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We choose to celebrate every milestone that residents reach at Bethany Retirement Living. Today, we would like to celebrate June Vangerud as she has displayed extreme perseverance and determination through…
Bethany Retirement Living will host its annual Salad Extravaganza! from 10:30 am to 1:00 pm on Wednesday, July 17, in the Resident Center at Bethany on 42nd, 4255 30 Ave…
Bethany Retirement Living’s two campuses in Fargo have both been recognized as 2019 recipients of the Bronze – Commitment to Quality Award by the American Health Care Association and National…
The Frank L. Wedge Memorial Fund, administered by the North Dakota Long Term Care Association, has awarded Bethany Retirement Living a grant of $10,000 to support the development of a…
An Open House will be hosted at the Grace Pointe apartments from 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm on Wednesday, June 5, at 2890 Saffron Drive S, Fargo. Don Kenna of…
Premier care for each and every one of our residents is our top priority here at Bethany Retirement Living. In our Memory Care Unit, the same statement remains true. We…
An Open House will be hosted at the Grace Pointe apartments from 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm on Wednesday, June 5, at 2890 Saffron Drive S, Fargo. Don Kenna of…
Vanessa Bryn, Community Life Coordinator on Willow Lane Memory Care Unit at Bethany on University, has been selected a 2019 Activity Professional of the Year by the North Dakota Long…
The Bethany Auxiliary will hold a Rummage Sale to benefit the residents of Bethany Retirement Living on Tuesday, June 11. The Rummage Sale runs from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m….
At Bethany, we strive to make our residents’ experience fun and engaging. That’s why you’ll always see some type of activity, event or outing going on. From musical performances, bingo…
Delegates from sponsoring congregations convened at the Annual Meeting of Bethany Retirement Living on Tuesday, April 9, 2019, at Bethany on University. Joining the Board of Trustees for three-year terms…
On March 5, 2019, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) announced changes to its Five-Star Quality Rating System and changes were implemented today (April 25, 2019). Nationally, 30%…
At 89 years old, Bethany resident Don Larsen has been – and currently is – an active member of the community. He has a very special connection to Bethany as…
Bethany Retirement Living has been awarded seven Customer Experience Awards from Pinnacle Quality Insight. Qualifying for the awards displays a continued dedication to providing Best in Class senior healthcare services….
An Open House will be hosted at the Grace Pointe apartments from 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm on Thursday, April 4 at 2890 Saffron Drive S, Fargo. Refreshments will be…
Bethany Retirement Living will be hosting the Annual Pie Day at both Bethany campuses on Wednesday, March 20. The event will feature a variety of delicious pie varieties and ice…
Bethany Retirement Living has been awarded seven Customer Experience Awards from Pinnacle Quality Insight. Qualifying for the awards displays a continued dedication to providing Best in Class senior healthcare services….
Bethany Retirement Living will host the Annual Soup of the Day event from 10:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. on Thursday, February 28, in the Resident Center at Bethany on University,…
Jestina Zor has been named recipient of the Catherine Larson Endowed Nursing Scholarship at Bethany Retirement Living. She will each receive $500 to apply toward her nursing education costs for...
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While Bethany Retirement Living is a large organization that receives most of its revenue through fees for service, we were founded in 1939 as a non-profit organization. There are no...
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At Bethany Retirement Living, our Nutrition Care Team strives to keep our residents as healthy as possible. Our dietitians are especially skilled in nutritional care for the elderly population. At…
Bethany Retirement Living will host the 8th Annual Soup of the Day event from 10:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. on Wednesday, January 16, in the Resident Center at Bethany on…
When you think about it, the residents who currently live in retirement facilities like Bethany shaped our region – the cities, the towns, the rural areas. They built a strong…
Both Bethany on 42nd and Bethany on University have been rated High-Performing nursing facilities by USNews, earning the BEST NURSING HOME designation. More than 15,000 nursing facilities across the country…
Bethany Retirement Living will be “bringing the mall to the residents” when the Bethany Auxiliary hosts the 18th Annual Holiday Shopping Spree. An event will take place at each Bethany…
Becoming a CNA (Certified Nursing Assistant) means more than just passing a clinical and written exam. It means you have a true passion for helping others. At Bethany Retirement Living,…
An Open House will be hosted at the Grace Pointe apartments from 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm on Thursday, October 25 at 2890 Saffron Drive S, Fargo. Refreshments will be…
Watching a loved one deteriorate due to dementia and memory loss can be devastating, not only for the memory-loss victim but also for family members and caregivers alike. Bethany Retirement…
Bethany on University will hold its annual Apple Fest & Baked Potato Bar to benefit the residents of Bethany Retirement Living from 11:30 am to 2:00 pm on Thursday, October…
Bethany on 42nd will hold its annual Apple Fest & Baked Potato Bar to benefit the residents of Bethany Retirement Living from 10:30 am to 1:00 pm on Thursday, October…
Bethany Retirement Living’s President and CEO, Shawn Stuhaug, has served this regional top-ranking senior care organization since 2007. Since, his arrival, Bethany has lived in a constant state of growth,…
Jenny Kinder, MDS Coordinator at Bethany on 42nd, has received certification as a Resident Assessment Coordinator – Certified (RAC-CT) through the American Association of Nurse Assessment Coordination. A native of…
Bethany Retirement Living will host a classic car show by the Toppers Custom Car Club from 4:30 to 8:00 pm on Thursday, September 13 at Bethany on 42nd (4255 30…
Gabrielle Baird has been named the 2018 recipient of the Kim Marchell Endowed Scholarship at Bethany Retirement Living. She will receive $500 to apply toward her nursing education for the...
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Nathaniel McDonough and Kelli Wikoff have been named recipients of the Lorraine Krenelka Nursing Scholarship at Bethany Retirement Living. They will each receive $1,000 to apply toward their nursing education...
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Bethany Retirement Living will host a support and education program for family members who have a loved one with a dementing illness living in a nursing facility. “Endings & Beginnings”...
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The Bethany Auxiliary will hold a Rummage Sale to benefit the residents of Bethany Retirement Living on Thursday, August 16. The event is open to the public. The Rummage Sale…
Attending a weekly worship service is essential for many individuals. Spiritual care is an integral component of the holistic care provided at Bethany Retirement Living. No matter the stage of...
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Nominations are being sought for the 2018 Senior of the Year (SOTY) awards program of Bethany Retirement Living. The Senior of the Year recognizes those aged 65 and over who…
An Open House will be hosted at the Grace Pointe apartments from 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm on Thursday, July 19 at 2890 Saffron Drive S, Fargo. Refreshments will be…
Bethany Retirement Living will host its annual Salad Extravaganza! from 10:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. on Wednesday, July 18, in the Resident Center at Bethany on 42nd, 4255 30 Ave…
Nominations are being sought for the 2018 Senior of the Year (SOTY) awards program of Bethany Retirement Living. The Senior of the Year recognizes those aged 65 and over who...
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Ethos Care, formed by Bethany Retirement Living, Eventide Senior Living Communities and Knute Nelson of Alexandria, has now expanded and is offering hospice services in the Fargo-Moorhead area. Ethos Care…
On any given day as you walk through Bethany Retirement Living, you will notice residents engaged in activities and gatherings. Studies have shown that seniors who stay socially active experience…
Shawn Stuhaug, President/CEO of Bethany Retirement Living, has received certification as a Health Services Executive through the National Association of Long-Term Care Administrator Boards (NAB). Stuhaug holds a Bachelor of…
Physical therapy is a common and tremendously helpful service for the elderly. Physical therapy can assist elderly patients with regaining function and mobility after traumatic events such as a stroke,…
Due to the popularity of the plants being sold by the Bethany Auxiliary, the deadline to order your spring geraniums has been extended. Red, pink-variegated, salmon, and white geraniums are…
Delegates from sponsoring congregations convened at the Annual Meeting of Bethany Retirement Living on Tuesday, April 10, 2018, at Bethany on 42nd. Joining the Board of Trustees for three-year terms…
Nearly half of residents at Bethany Retirement Living claim some Norwegian Heritage. In celebration Norway’s Constitution Day, Bethany Retirement Living will be hosting Syttende Mai events at both Fargo campuses….
Transitional Care at Bethany Retirement Living Bethany Retirement Living offers services to help with many different stages of life. At both locations, we have the region’s premier Transitional Care Unit...
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The Bethany Auxiliary has taken over the annual community-wide geranium sale that was previously conducted by Nokomis Child Care Centers. Red, pink-variegated, salmon, and white geraniums are on sale in…
The ability to communicate effectively is always important, but for seniors it can be vital. An emergency can happen when a senior cannot effectively communicate what they need or a…
Bethany Retirement Living will host two workshops concerning healthcare planning titled “Your Decisions Matter.” The programs each begin at 2:00 pm and will last approximately an hour. The seminars will...
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Deciding when to transition from living at home to an assisted living community can be a stressful and emotional time. Often, loved ones may not know the signs that signal…
As his Eagle Scout project, Pierce Johnson, whose grandmother, Laurie Schnabel, is our Director of Community Life at Bethany on 42nd, and whose grandfather, Paul Johnson, is a resident at...
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Bethany Retirement Living will be hosting a special Dessert Day at both Bethany campuses on Mardi Gras, Tuesday, February 13. The event will feature a variety of delicious dessert treats…
Managing health concerns after age 60 can be challenging, especially if it means changing life-long habits or trying new sources of nutrients. Seniors should look for diets that are easy…
The holidays are a time when friends and families get together and remember why they are thankful, spend quality time together, and exchange thoughtful gifts with each other. At Bethany…
The Alzheimer's Association stopped by Bethany Retirement Living today to present awards for the top group fundraising total and the top individual fundraiser for the 2017 Walk to End Alzheimer's....
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Bethany Retirement Living is an active participant on Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube social media channels. Posts are made on each page to invite and recap events that happen on a...
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We always strive to give our residents the best, whether it’s throughout the facility or at our diner. The 42nd Street Diner is situated in the heart of Bethany on...
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…that – in addition to more than 475 human residents – Bethany Retirement Living is home to nearly two dozen animals. Dogs, cats, birds, and fish are an important part...
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At Bethany Retirement Living, we focus on helping our resident reside, relax and rehab. We offer state-of-the-art rehabilitative therapy and wellness care that strives to return you or your loved...
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The most important part of our work at Bethany Retirement Living is to ensure our residents feel at home because this is their home. Every day at Bethany is another…
The nurses of our facilities are the hidden treasures that help make the days run smoothly. Our care staff and residents rely on their guidance to ensure that everyone’s safety…
Bethany Retirement Living is made up of many departments that are not whole without the other. From building service and administrative support to laundry service and nursing, our teams work…
Bethany Retirement Living has been awarded ten Customer Experience Awards from Pinnacle Quality Insight. Qualifying for the awards displays a continued dedication to providing Best in Class senior healthcare services….
Bethany Retirement Living of Fargo held a groundbreaking ceremony today (Wednesday, June 10, 2015) to mark the beginning of construction on an expansion at its Bethany on 42nd campus. The…
Diane Gravely has been named the recipient of the Lorraine Krenelka Nursing Scholarship at Bethany Retirement Living. She will receive $1,000 to apply toward her nursing education costs for the…
Bethany Retirement Living will launch an exciting new Music Therapy program by hosting multiple showings of the critically-acclaimed film “Alive Inside” at both Bethany campuses on Tuesday, September 15. The…
Delegates from sponsoring congregations convened at the Annual Meeting of Bethany Retirement Living on April 5, 2016. Joining the Board of Trustees was Mary Johnson, Oxbow. Al Erickson, Linda O’Halloran…
Our assisted living communities offer even more freedom from daily chores like cooking, laundry and housekeeping and are available at Bethany on 42nd (Gables) and Bethany on University (Towers II)....
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Couples can remain living together at Bethany Retirement Living – whether that be in the same unit, building or location depending on the amount of care each individual needs. This Valentine’s...
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Giving Hearts day sets aside one day of giving a year that prepares charities for year-long success. There are over 360 charities participating in Giving Hearts Day 2017 – and we...
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The Bethany Retirement Living Auxiliary is a pivotal asset to the enrichment of residents’ lives. The Bethany Homes Auxiliary held its first organizational meeting on November 17th, 1964, chaired by…
As we move closer to 2017, we start to think about our New Year’s resolutions – perhaps yours is to be healthier, to spend more time with loved ones, work…
What a wonderful time of year! Although the temperature is dropping, we find ourselves warm with friends, family and holiday cheer. Our residents have been busy getting ready for the holidays…
We are excited to announce the opening of Bethany Grace Pointe. Bethany Grace Pointe is a 55 and older independent living community that allows seniors to choose their own floor…
Check out our Fall Commercial – we had a blast putting this together! There’s always something going on here. Source: Bethany Blog
If you follow our Facebook page, you’ll know that we publish Resident Interviews every month – where we “interview” residents of Bethany Retirement Living and learn about their lives growing up,…
We have many veterans that live with us at both Bethany on University and Bethany on 42nd – Hank Deyle is one of them. Today, we’d like to focus on…