Ecumen Pathstone

03/27/2026

Thank you to Ecumen Home Care Care Consultant, Laurie, and Clinical Director, Kelly, who brought in donuts & coffee for Ecumen Pathstone Latitude residents as they shared information about how Home Care can help keep them independent and living in their own homes longer. Great info and delicious donuts!

03/23/2026

WEEK 3!
We’re continuing to celebrate National Nutrition Month, and this year’s theme—“Discover the Power of Nutrition”—reminds us that healthy eating is possible for everyone, regardless of budget or resources. This week’s focus is all about practical, affordable ways to stay nourished and support your wellbeing. Read more and try this week's recipe (garlic herb shrimp)!

We’re continuing to celebrate National Nutrition Month, and this year’s theme—“Discover the Power of Nutrition”—reminds us that healthy eating is possible for everyone, regardless of budget or resources. This week’s focus is all about practical, affordable ways to stay nourished and su...

03/18/2026

St. Patrick's Day Shenanigans at Ecumen Pathstone! ☘💚

We have had a few days of St. Patrick's Day festivities across all of our service lines. From themed games at Adult Day in St. Peter to music with Allen Carlson at our Independent Living's Club 44.

03/16/2026

We’re continuing our month‑long celebration of National Nutrition Month, and this year’s theme—“Discover the Power of Nutrition”—reminds us that good health begins with reliable, science‑backed information. With so much nutrition noise online, it can be hard to know what (or who) to trust. That’s why Week 2 is all about finding guidance rooted in evidence—not trends.

Read more and try this week's recipe!

We’re continuing our month long celebration of National Nutrition Month, and this year’s theme— “Discover the Power of Nutrition”—reminds us that good health begins with reliable, science backed information. With so much nutrition noise online, it can be hard to know what (or who) to tru...

03/10/2026

We’re excited to share some big news at Ecumen!

Ecumen’s Board of Trustees has selected Dr. Cyrus Batheja, EdD, MBA, RN, FAAN, as our next President & CEO.

With this selection, Ecumen is building on a long and powerful legacy of mission-driven work serving older adults and strengthening our position as a leader in a rapidly changing health care landscape. A registered nurse, Dr. Batheja brings deep experience – starting at the bedside in senior living and leading large clinical teams.

He’ll officially join Ecumen on March 23, and we can’t wait to welcome him across our communities.

As she retires from Ecumen, we extend our sincere gratitude to Shelley Kendrick for her outstanding leadership and service to Ecumen and those we serve. She guided us successfully through COVID, hospice expansion and the transition of St. Benedict’s Communities from CentraCare to Ecumen. She championed a people-first culture and mentored countless team members during her tenure. We wish her all the best!

Join us in welcoming Cyrus to Ecumen. We’re excited for this next chapter and the continued growth and strength of our work.

Read more in our blog.

SHOREVIEW, MN (March 10, 2026) — Ecumen, a nonprofit provider of living spaces and services for older adults, today announced that its Board of Trustees has unanimously selected Dr. Cyrus Batheja, EdD, MBA, RN, FAAN, as the organization’s next president and chief executive officer. [read the ful...

03/09/2026

March is National Nutrition Month, and this year’s theme—“Discover the Power of Nutrition”—is all about simple, everyday choices that help us feel our best. This month we’ll be sharing weekly highlights featuring practical nutrition tips and spotlighting on one of our amazing Ecumen dietitians—plus their favorite healthy recipe! Are you ready to Discover the Power of Nutrition with us? 🌿🥗💪
Read more and try this week's recipe!

March is National Nutrition Month, and this year’s theme—“Discover the Power of Nutrition”—is all about simple, everyday choices that help us feel our best. This month we’ll be sharing weekly highlights featuring practical nutrition tips and spotlighting on one of our amazing Ecumen diet...

03/02/2026

Peter Gallatin, our Director of Spiritual Care, shares this Spiritual Thought for the Week:

I love watching the snow and ice melt no matter where I am...on a lake, by the river, or even into the storm drain in front of my house.

Nothing stays frozen forever. In our lives sometimes we feel "frozen" unsure of what to do next. We too are invited to trust gentle small movements of our own lives as we begin to "thaw." Each moment can be a moment of renewal, no matter how big or small.

May you recognize the grace in slow melting!

02/25/2026

Join us as we explore the many transitions life brings—both the challenges and the opportunities for growth. These supportive gatherings offer space for grief support, education, and meaningful connection with others who have experienced losses of various kinds, including the death of a loved one, shifts in independence and residence, changes in relationships, and other significant life changes.

Led by Ecumen Hospice staff, our time together provides a compassionate environment to share stories, learn new insights, and walk alongside one another as we navigate grief and discover new beginnings. There is no cost to attend and these events are open to the community. No registration is required.

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02/16/2026

We celebrated all kinds of love in all kinds of ways at Ecumen Pathstone.

We delivered 200 Valentines written by our Shoreview Support Team. The residents were touched to receive such a thoughtful Valentine wish.

We hosted sweet treat parties galore across our campus. Valentine donuts, chocolate covered strawberries, and a special cookie Valentine from our friends at Hosanna Lutheran Church - Mankato, MN. Many thanks to Hosanna Lutheran!

On display in our main entrance was our All Kinds of Love Mural. Photos of residents, team members, and all the friends, partners, and pets that we love. Our treasured Life Enrichment Supervisor, Kendra, dedicated a lot of time to that special wall.

We are blessed to have all kinds of love here at Ecumen Pathstone!

02/13/2026

This week at Ecumen Pathstone Landing, our residents rolled up their sleeves (and their dough!) to make homemade Swedish Tea Bread. These photos capture such a sweet moment—hands gently rolling out dough, careful attention to each step, and plenty of smiles shared around the table.

For many, this wasn’t just baking—it was a walk down memory lane. The scent of butter, sugar, and warm spices filled the room, sparking stories, laughter, and the kind of connection that only comes from doing something familiar together.

We’re so grateful for moments like these, where traditions are shared, memories are stirred, and community is baked right in.

Want to try this at home? See the comments for the recipe.

02/13/2026

Wondering what the newest Dietary Guidelines really mean for your daily nutrition? Explore the simpler, whole‑food‑focused updates designed to support healthier habits—guided by the expertise of Toni Swanson, Ecumen’s Corporate Dietitian. Read more here:

Wondering what the newest Dietary Guidelines really mean for your daily nutrition? Explore the simpler, whole‑food‑focused updates designed to support healthier habits—guided by the expertise of Toni Swanson, Ecumen’s Corporate Dietitian. [Read the full story here]

02/11/2026

We are in Olympic mode here at Ecumen Pathstone.

We held a lovely opening ceremony event and enjoyed watching all of the talented athletes enter the arena with determination and excitement. The next day we kicked off our own Ecumen Olympics and found that the residents of Pathstone are elite athletes in a league of their own!