The Willows of Living Branches

03/25/2026

Art class with Tina is always a treat! 🎨🖌️

01/26/2026

☃️ Winter greetings from the newest member of the team here at The Willows of Living Branches!

12/24/2025

08/15/2025

No worms, no mess, just fun! Residents at The Willows enjoyed competing against one another to see who could hook the most paper fish with their magnetic poles.

08/05/2025

"If you joined the Living Branches team in 2022 or later, you’ve talked to me! As the recruiter for the organization, I get to make every offer call for employment and for positions in our CNA classes. Most of the screening I do is for full-time and administrative roles, so while I’m not part of the interviewing process for every single team member, I do speak with everyone when we make an offer.

Candidates are often surprised to hear I’ve been with Living Branches for more than 20 years. My first job was at Dock Woods when I was 14, and now I’m the recruiter. I love questions about what keeps me here because I get to say it’s not surprising to find people with a long tenure at Living Branches. Most people don’t imagine staying somewhere for 15, 20, or even 30 years, but that’s not unusual here.

Most people come because they need a position, and then they stay because of Living Branches. You can also change your career path here if that’s what you want to do. A lot of our CNAs and even nurses came from other departments, like dining, housekeeping, and laundry. That’s the trajectory for someone I used to work with at Dock Woods: she started in dining services as a teenager, became a CNA through the class we offer, and right now she’s on her way to becoming a nurse. It’s exciting!

When I screen someone for a role at Living Branches, I’m looking for someone who wants to be part of the mission and grow with us. I’m looking for someone who has a story, a vision, future goals – and a willingness to share them with me. Ultimately we’re all looking to be included and to be part of something bigger. Even if you don’t have exactly the right experience but you’re open to training, you show up with empathy, and you keep an open mind, there’s a place for you at Living Branches."

Christine
Recruiter for Living Branches

07/09/2025

Residents at The Willows of Living Branches had a fun afternoon creating beach-themed wreaths. They used seashells, ribbon, and other coastal themed items to create the perfect wreath for their doors.

06/27/2025

Residents at The Willows of Living Branches had a blast during the Noodle Ball Challenge. Using pool noodles, they worked together to keep a balloon off the ground. Lots of laughs and great teamwork!

06/25/2025

Residents at The Willows of Living Branches enjoyed a fun afternoon during Sounds of the 60s with Joyce! This trip down memory lane included singing along to popular hits and learning fun facts about fashion, toys, and trends from the decade.

06/24/2025

Residents at The Willows gathered outside for a summertime picnic filled with good food and great company. With BBQ classics on the menu and shade, it was the perfect way to relax and enjoy the warm weather together.

06/18/2025

A fun start to the week at The Willows! Upstairs, the Men’s Club played an exciting game of pool and enjoyed each other’s company. Downstairs, residents made homemade treats for visiting therapy dogs.

06/14/2025

This week residents enjoyed a visit from Dyson the therapy dog. Our four-legged friends always bring energy and fun to The Willows!

06/11/2025

Residents at The Willows came together to learn a new game called Penny Ante, an icebreaker game where players share stories and memories based on prompts on the cards. As they read the cards aloud, they not only learned the game but also discovered more about each other!