Ecumen Pathstone

05/12/2026

Happy Nurses Week from our Assisted Living Clinical Team!

05/06/2026

During and , communities across the country celebrate both the professionals who provide compassionate care and the older adults whose lives they support. Read more about how nurses make an impact in today's blog.

Thank you, nurses! 💚

SHOREVIEW, MN (May 6, 2026) — Nurses are the heart of great senior living. Strong nursing leadership leads to better health outcomes, fewer hospital visits, and greater peace of mind for residents and families—because compassionate care makes all the difference. [read the full story here]

05/01/2026

Another Wild West week at Ecumen Pathstone Adult Day Services in St. Peter! 🤠🌵

We had so many wonderful photos from this themed week that it was hard to choose which ones to share with our Facebook friends!

Throughout the week, participants enjoyed a variety of Wild West activities including Ring the Sarsaparilla, Cowboy Hat Toss, Wild West BINGO, Horseshoes, and the always-popular Tin Can Shoot with our Nerf gun.

At Ecumen, we are incredibly grateful for the dedicated team at Pathstone Adult Day Services. They work hard every day to support both our clients and their at-home caregivers—and they do it in a way that brings joy, laughter, and meaningful memories to everyone involved.

These photos are proof that aging doesn’t mean you stop living life to the fullest. And working in aging services is about so much more than care—it’s about connection, creativity, fun, and yes… sometimes being a buddy at the saloon tossing back a sarsaparilla!

04/30/2026

As comes to a close, we hope you have been moved to find the right opportunity to get involved. Still looking for inspiration? Consider the health benefits of finding purpose in the Ecumen blog!
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SHOREVIEW, MN (April 30, 2026) — Living with purpose matters. Research shows that volunteering supports connection, well‑being, and even longevity. Discover how sharing your time and talents can enrich lives—including your own. [read the full story here]

04/30/2026

We are singing into spring with the talented Beth Wilson on piano! Ecumen Pathstone residents sang songs all about spring and learned that there are a lot of songs about birds!

04/27/2026

Did you know that there is a National Bring Your Kids to Work Day? There is!

On April 24th, Ecumen Pathstone took part in celebrating this national day for the second year in a row. The resident lead committee on campus known as Pals of Pathstone (POP) hosted its second annual Bring Your Kids to Work Day. They invited team members to bring their kids to Ecumen Pathstone where they had planned activities that residents, team members, and the kids of team members could all take part in together. This year they decided to build May Day Baskets in preparation for May Day at the end of this week. We have all the baskets prepped and ready for delivery thanks to the creative work of this intergenerational group.

This year we were fortunate to have a group of MSU Student volunteers to help us make the event a true success and extra special. Thank you to our rock star volunteer Mavryk and his fellow Pre-Medicine Club members that came to assist.

04/23/2026

A group of Ecumen Pathstone team members spent the day meeting with legislators and advocating for older adults at the Minnesota State Capitol!

04/21/2026

In our latest issue of Ecumen Insights - a newsletter for donors and friends of Ecumen, you’ll meet Bella, a beloved four-legged volunteer who brings joy wherever she goes. You can also join us in welcoming our new CEO while celebrating the legacy of a remarkable leader, and discover how integrative therapies like music and massage bring comfort and peace to hospice patients. Lastly, you’ll be inspired by a dedicated volunteer who supports life-enrichment activities, helping create connection and joy for residents.

Whether you give or volunteer, you’re part of what makes these moments possible. Thank you!


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04/21/2026

Busy mornings? In this month’s edition of The Thymes, Ecumen's Corporate Dietitian breaks down the benefits of breakfast and share easy ways to make it happen—no perfection required. Small changes = big impact. Check it out!

Busy mornings? Same. 💚 In this article, we break down the benefits of breakfast and share easy ways to make it happen—no perfection required. Small changes = big impact. Check it out!

04/15/2026

Yay Marcia! We appreciate you and wish you a very happy !

SHOREVIEW, MN (April 13, 2026) — JOY IN MOTION. A volunteer turns gratitude into action through leadership and generosity. Marcia turned gratitude for her aunt and uncle’s care into action—fueling joy, mobility, and dignity for Ecumen residents through service, generosity, and leadership. [rea...

03/31/2026

As we wrap up National Nutrition Month, we're reminded that the choices we make each day can help us feel our best, reduce stress, and support long‑term wellbeing. This week, we’re focusing on simple routines that make everyday living healthier and more enjoyable.
Read more and try this week's recipe!

As we wrap up National Nutrition Month, this year’s theme— “Discover the Power of Nutrition””—reminds us that healthy habits go beyond what’s on our plate. This week, we’re focusing on simple routines that make everyday living healthier and more enjoyable—Feel Good With These Healt...