Pleasantview -Kalona, IA

Pleasantview -Kalona, IA Pleasantview is a welcoming faith-based community that supports healthy living and quality of life.

For 60 years Pleasantview has been a Christ-centered community that promotes aging well and supports the quality of life for its residents, their families, and its employees. We are known for our values: integrity, quality, compassion, faith, and community. Pleasantview is the only continuing care retirement community located in the city of Kalona. Pleasantview welcomes people of all races, color, gender, ethnicity, creed, religion, political affiliation, or disability.

✨ Exciting News at Pleasantview! ✨We are thrilled to welcome Paul Wasser as Pleasantview’s new Chief Executive Officer!P...
12/24/2025

✨ Exciting News at Pleasantview! ✨

We are thrilled to welcome Paul Wasser as Pleasantview’s new Chief Executive Officer!

Paul brings 25 years of experience in senior living and healthcare leadership, beginning his career in hands-on care and growing into executive leadership roles. His heart for people, commitment to mission-driven care, and desire to be fully engaged in our community made him a wonderful fit for Pleasantview.

As we build on nearly 70 years of service in Kalona, we are excited for the leadership, vision, and care Paul will bring to our residents, families, staff, and community.

Please join us in welcoming Paul to Pleasantview — we look forward to sharing opportunities to meet him in the coming weeks! 💙

🎄✨ Christmas Cheer: Staff Edition! ✨🎄Our halls were extra merry today thanks to some of our amazing team members who sho...
12/23/2025

🎄✨ Christmas Cheer: Staff Edition! ✨🎄

Our halls were extra merry today thanks to some of our amazing team members who showed up dressed in their Christmas best! From festive sweaters to holiday flair, they brought the cheer — and plenty of smiles — with them. 🎅🎁

We love seeing our staff embrace the season and spread joy throughout Pleasantview. After all, a little sparkle and holiday spirit can brighten everyone’s day! ❤️

Thanks for making Pleasantview a fun, joyful place to be — even during the busiest season of the year!

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🥳 Brittany Dalbey, CNA – 1 Year🌟 Brittany’s First-Year Celebration!Let’s hear it for Brittany Dalbey, celebrating 1 year...
12/23/2025

🥳 Brittany Dalbey, CNA – 1 Year

🌟 Brittany’s First-Year Celebration!

Let’s hear it for Brittany Dalbey, celebrating 1 year as a CNA! Her fun personality and caring nature make every day a little brighter for our residents.

We’re grateful you’re here, Brittany! ✨

🌼 One Year of Kindhearted Care!Celebrating Emily Bahndorf, RN, on her 1-year anniversary! Emily brings patience, joy, an...
12/23/2025

🌼 One Year of Kindhearted Care!

Celebrating Emily Bahndorf, RN, on her 1-year anniversary! Emily brings patience, joy, and steady reassurance to every shift.

Thank you for a beautiful first year, Emily — you brighten our team! 💛

🍽️ It’s Week 4 at Friendship Center Dining — Chef’s Table! 👨‍🍳✨This week brings a little creativity and a lot of comfort...
12/22/2025

🍽️ It’s Week 4 at Friendship Center Dining — Chef’s Table! 👨‍🍳✨

This week brings a little creativity and a lot of comfort to the table! Enjoy a variety of favorites like our Reuben sandwich, cozy soup selections, and a special Chef’s Choice entrée — with a classic favorite to wrap up the week.

📅 Holiday Update:
🎄 The Friendship Center Dining will be closed on Thursday, 12/25.
🥘 We’ll be back on Friday, 12/26, featuring a special favorite — Liver & Onions!

Join us for a warm, home-cooked meal, great company, and a sweet treat to finish — all meals include dessert! 💛
📞 Parties of five or more, please call ahead: 866-516-2421

🎄☕ Cozy Corner Café Holiday Hours ☕🎄We’ll have slightly adjusted hours this week as we celebrate the holidays. Please ch...
12/22/2025

🎄☕ Cozy Corner Café Holiday Hours ☕🎄

We’ll have slightly adjusted hours this week as we celebrate the holidays. Please check the graphic below before stopping by! 💛

We’re so grateful for our community and can’t wait to serve you when we’re open. Happy Holidays! ✨

🎄☕ Cozy Corner Café Weekly Specials ☕🎄It’s a cozy, comfort-food kind of week at Cozy Corner Café, with delicious daily s...
12/22/2025

🎄☕ Cozy Corner Café Weekly Specials ☕🎄

It’s a cozy, comfort-food kind of week at Cozy Corner Café, with delicious daily specials and festive holiday drinks to sip on!

🍽️ This week’s food highlights include:
• Broccoli Cheddar Soup & Hot Beef Sundae
• Crunchy Deluxe Tacos
• Biscuits & Sausage Gravy
• Hamball Sub
• Ham & Pickle Grilled Cheese
• Plus cozy soups like Italian Meatball, Beef & Barley, and Creamy Chicken & Rice

☕✨ Holiday Drink Specials are here!
Warm up with favorites like Gingerbread Latte, Vanilla Starlight Latte, Chocolate Covered Cherry Latte, or try a festive Holiday Cheer Lotus, Frosted Cranberry Lotus, or Mocha Orange Hot Cocoa (caffeine-free!).

🎄 Thursday (Christmas Day): Closed
We’ll be back Friday & Saturday serving up all the cozy goodness!

📍 Pleasantview Lobby
🕒 Mon–Sat | 8:30 AM–4:30 PM

Stop in, sip something festive, and enjoy the flavors of the season at Cozy Corner Café! 💛✨

🩺 A Fantastic First Year!Happy anniversary to Amanda Cadwallader, RN, celebrating 1 year at Pleasantview! Amanda’s gentl...
12/21/2025

🩺 A Fantastic First Year!
Happy anniversary to Amanda Cadwallader, RN, celebrating 1 year at Pleasantview! Amanda’s gentle personality and excellent nursing care have already made a wonderful impact.
We’re so happy she chose Pleasantview! 💙🌼

💪 Kari Spratt, Restorative Therapy Coordinator – 12 Years🌟 Twelve Years of Strength, Support & Smiles!Let’s celebrate Ka...
12/19/2025

💪 Kari Spratt, Restorative Therapy Coordinator – 12 Years

🌟 Twelve Years of Strength, Support & Smiles!

Let’s celebrate Kari Spratt, who has been helping residents stay active and confident for 12 incredible years! Kari’s encouragement, skill, and cheerful spirit make restorative therapy something residents look forward to.

Twelve years strong — thank you, Kari! 🙌✨

🎄🐾 A Little Extra Christmas Joy at Pleasantview! 🐾🎄Our residents were treated to a truly special morning when Trent and ...
12/18/2025

🎄🐾 A Little Extra Christmas Joy at Pleasantview! 🐾🎄

Our residents were treated to a truly special morning when Trent and Tammy Yoder stopped by to share animal fun, Christmas stories, and festive songs. Smiles filled the room as residents enjoyed the gentle animals, listened to heartwarming stories, and joined in the music that made the season feel even brighter. ✨

Moments like these remind us how meaningful connection, laughter, and a little bit of Christmas cheer can be. We are so grateful to Trent and Tammy for taking the time to delight our residents and create such joyful memories. 💛

Thank you for sharing your gifts and helping make this season so special at Pleasantview! 🎶🐾

🎄✨ Christmas Cheer, Shared Smiles & Beautiful Memories ✨🎄Our hearts are full after celebrating our Resident Christmas Pa...
12/17/2025

🎄✨ Christmas Cheer, Shared Smiles & Beautiful Memories ✨🎄

Our hearts are full after celebrating our Resident Christmas Party on Monday — what a joyful afternoon it was! From festive decorations and laughter to sweet moments shared among friends, the Christmas spirit was truly alive at Pleasantview. ❤️

A heartfelt thank you to our incredible Activities Team, who poured so much love, creativity, and care into making this celebration so special. Your dedication brought warmth, joy, and meaningful moments to our residents — and it showed in every smile captured. 💛

These are the moments that make Pleasantview feel like home. We’re so grateful for our residents, our staff, and the gift of community this season brings.

🎶✨ “This is the day that the Lord has made; let us rejoice and be glad in it.” — Psalm 118:24

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✨🍽️ A Joyful Visit at the Friendship Center! 🍽️✨Last week, we had the pleasure of hosting the Women of Joy from Kalona U...
12/16/2025

✨🍽️ A Joyful Visit at the Friendship Center! 🍽️✨

Last week, we had the pleasure of hosting the Women of Joy from Kalona United Methodist Church for lunch at the Friendship Center!

Good food, great conversations, and lots of warm fellowship filled the room — the kind of gathering that reminds us how special community connections truly are. 💛

Thank you, Women of Joy, for spending your afternoon with us. We loved having you here!

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811 3rd Street
Kalona, IA
52247

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