Generations

09/10/2025

This week, our veterans at Wheatland Village had the unforgettable opportunity to take flight with Dream Flights – an incredible program dedicated to giving back to thsoe who bravely served our country.
Watching their faces light up as they soared through the skies was nothing short of inspiring. Each flight wasn’t just a ride—it was a chance to revisit memories, embrace freedom, and feel celebrated for their service and sacrifice. These powerful flights reconnect veterans with their past and ensure their stories soar for generations. 💛

At Generations, we are deeply grateful for the courage, resilience, and legacy of our veterans. Partnering with Dream Flightsallowed us to honor their stories in a truly special way.

Thank you to the Dream Flights team for bringing joy, adventure, and heartfelt recognition to the heroes who call Wheatland Village home.
Thank you to Ann Adrian and her Wheatland Village team for coordinating and making this an unforgettable event.

The Brief

07/11/2025

This year we have a second Sandy Warrick Award for Excellence that is presented to: Yolanda Lopez at Montage Creek.

This award is dedicated to a Generations employee who has dedicated 10+ years of service and has made a positive impact on both fellow employees and residents. They truly shine as the best-of-the-best amongst their peers.

Yolanda is often overlooked despite her impressive 17+ years of reliability in the community. She is intelligent, a problem solver, and a dedicated team player who prioritizes quality and ethics. Yolanda cares deeply for residents and staff, ensuring open communication and support. Families value her reliability, and she is always willing to help when needed. She is truly one of the most deserving individuals to work with. 🌠💕

07/10/2025

This year’s Stewardship Award is presented to: Scott Wilson at Paradise Village.

This award is available to supervisory staff who have served in their role for over one year. Established to honor the “cherish the business” Generations Value, recipients of this award exemplify the ethical and efficient use of company resources, funds, and labor. They also embrace innovation and showcase an entrepreneurial spirit.

Scott has been a valued member of Paradise Village for over 15 years, known for his consistency, honesty, and mentorship. He engages with residents, always attentive to their needs while sharing about himself. His pleasant demeanor and quick smile make residents feel important. With staff, Scott is supportive, joking, and open to new ideas and feedback. He is a dedicated worker who strives to do his best for the residents. 🌠💕

07/09/2025

This year’s Robert W. White Vitality Award is presented to: Bill Reando at Paradise Village.

This award, named in honor of our President-Emeritus, recognizes individuals who exhibit exceptional dedication to promoting Vitality—encompassing whole-person wellbeing and growth—within a Generations campus. Recipients must effectively communicate and share the vision of Vitality, empower and inspire those around them, influence and advocate for positive wellness outcomes in others, and serve as role models for wellbeing.

Bill has been part of the Generations team for over a decade, embodying the vibrant culture of the organization. He is creative, engaged, and well-liked by both residents and staff. Bill has developed unique vitality programs, including classes with college professors, farmers market fairs, and innovative activities like conducting workouts for residents during COVID. Last year, he organized a Summer Olympics celebration for Paradise Village residents. His warmth, dedication, and commitment to fun significantly enhance the experience for a diverse and evolving population. 🌠💕

07/08/2025

This year’s Mabel Maddock Service Award is presented to: Oscar Gomez at Paradise Village.

This award is available to staff members with over one year of service. Named in honor Wendell White’s excellence-driven grandmother, it recognizes individuals who demonstrate truly exceptional service to residents; value residents as unique individuals; foster a sense of being-at-home for residents; and are masters of service ‘wows’.

Oscar is an exceptionally kind and dedicated individual who deeply cares for our residents and property. He is compassionate, friendly, and always available to help, responding promptly to calls for assistance. During emergencies, he comforts residents and explains situations, like fire alarms. Oscar maintains a positive attitude under stress and exemplifies our mission. He regularly engages with residents, such as playing tennis, demonstrating his commitment to fostering a sense of home. Working with Oscar is a privilege, and he deserves recognition for his outstanding contributions at Paradise Village. 🌠💕

06/05/2025

This year’s Sandy Warrick Award for excellence is presented to: Manny Maya at Wheatland Village!

This award is dedicated to a Generations employee who has dedicated 10+ years of service and has made a positive impact on both fellow employees and residents. They truly shine as the best-of-the-best amongst their peers.

Manny is a dedicated and efficient kitchen master at Wheatland since 2008. He consistently serves high-quality meals and is known for his humility. As a symbol of Generations excellence, he excels both in the kitchen and on the Hood to Coast team. Notably, Wendell White praised Manny's kitchen as the cleanest in Generations, with state surveyors calling it possibly the cleanest in Washington, a standard Manny upholds annually. 🌠💕

06/04/2025

This year’s Teamwork Award is presented to: John Sislow at Wheatland Village!

The Teamwork award is highly competitive and is presented to individuals acknowledged for their cooperation and collaboration skills. Winners excel in their job responsibilities while embodying qualities such as humility, integrity, inclusiveness and compassion.

John is a retired Doctor who joined Wheatland as a maintenance tech when he realized he wasn’t ready to just sit around in retired life. He likes being busy and serving people, he inspires others around him with his unassuming heart for service. Residents love him because he is kind, compassionate and cares for them and their home. John approaches each day with a humble spirit. His welcoming style, especially to his work, makes him approachable by both residents and staff. 🌠💕

06/03/2025

This year’s Wendell White Leadership Award is presented to: Kristin Porm at Fairfield Village!

This award is open to department directors/senior leadership. It is named in tribute to our Founder and is presented to individuals who exhibit exceptional personal achievements in all 5 Generations Values. They establish mentorship connections with staff members and play a key role in the campus-wide alignment with our mission statement. “Bringing Generations together in the joy of living and everything it means to be human”.

This award celebrates Kristin and her 10 years of dedicated service to Fairfield Village and Generations. She exemplifies commitment, compassion, and teamwork, often leading by example. Kristin actively engages with staff, residents, and families, prioritizing people first. Her exceptional work ethic and respect among colleagues make her a notable figure deserving of this recognition. 🌠💕

06/02/2025

It’s our favorite time of the year again! We are starting to make our rounds to our different communities to announce this year’s DSA Winners!

First up is our Rookie Award, presented to: April Potter at Somerset Assisted Living!

This award is specifically for individuals with less than one year of service who demonstrate exceptional job performance.

April has made a strong impression in the brief time we have known her through her constant dedication and leadership. She is deeply concerned with creating a home-like environment for residents and prioritizing their needs. We have received serval compliments on the get that is April. When we think of April, we think of service wows! 🌠💕

05/06/2025

HAPPY NURSES WEEK! Your commitment to healing and compassionate care serves as an inspiration to everyone around you. Your unwavering dedication to enhancing the lives of others is truly appreciated. Thank you for your relentless efforts and selfless service.❤🩺

01/10/2025

Our culture topic for the month of January is Wellbeing Checkup. 🩺💪

The focus is to encourage everyone to take a moment to assess their mental, emotional, and physical health. Let's start the new year with a commitment to self-care and holistic health!

01/01/2025

Wishing you joy, health and prosperity in the coming year. Goodbye, 2024! Hello, 2025! The best is yet to come. May your troubles be less and your blessings be more abundant than ever, filling your days with happiness and success. Cheers to a fantastic year ahead!