Wesley Willows

06/01/2026

We are redefining what dining can look and feel like in a senior living community. Bon Appetit!

Last week, Corporate Executive Chef Michael Rehfeldt and Corporate Director of Culinary Operations Annie Boltz hosted an inaugural Chef's Table event for the residents.

Michael and Annie personally prepared a six-course meal for attendees. Here are a few of the highlights from the menu:

~Amuse Bouche | Citrus Cured Hamachi | Yuzu | Compressed Cucumber | White Soy | Micro Shiso~

~Charred Spanish Octopus | Smoked Yukon | Preserved Lemon | Arbequina Olive Oil~

~Hand-Rolled Agnolotti | Spring Pea | Aged Parmesan Brodo | Preserved Lemon Oil | Pea Shoots~

~Dry-Aged Beef Tenderloin | Black Garlic | Brodo Truffle Jus | Glazed Baby Carrots~

Thank you to Annie, Chef Michael, and our entired Dining Services Team for continuing to elevate the dining experience in our communities.

05/28/2026

The Wesley Willows Chaplain Ministry invites all residents to join them for a special service in remembrance of resident Doug Smith on Saturday, May 30th, at 2:00 pm in Willows Place at Willows Arbor.

05/27/2026

The Wesley Willows Rotary Satellite Club recently installed three new members!

Staff members Natasha McNeal and Dave Peterson were sponsored by our President and CEO Frances Salinas. Resident Dave Jones was sponsored by resident Lois Seijo. Kathy Kwiat-Hess led them in a new member orientation after the meeting.

Rotary International is a global network of community service clubs. Our satellite club of Rockford Rotary supports its goal of providing service to others and promoting integrity, goodwill, and peace.

Interested in joining? The club will next meet on Tuesday, June 9th at 12:15 in the Castle Town Center Club Room. Their meetings are open to all.

Pictured (L-R): Dave Peterson, Brett Nelson, Natasha McNeal, Kathy Kwiat-Hess, Dave Jones. Seated in front: Lois Seijo.

05/25/2026

May we always remember and honor those who served and paid the ultimate price for our freedom.

We hope you have a wonderful Memorial Day with the ones you love.

05/22/2026

We’re hosting a Clinical Hiring Event and YOU could be our next great hire! Stop by for same‑day interviews and instant hiring decisions. Your next career move starts here!

Pre-register using the link below, or just walk-in!

Apply to Clincial Hiring Event at Wesley Willows in Rockford, IL.

05/22/2026

As part of the Our Hearts, Our Legacy Gala on May 16, 2026, Wesley Willows presented the Lifetime Impact Award to resident and longtime supporter of the Rockford community, Mr. Dick Leighton.

Here is what Dick's friends, family, and the leaders of organizations supported by Dick had to say about him.

05/21/2026

Mark your calendars, and prepare for a magical afternoon! Our 54th Annual Box Office Benefit will take place on Sunday, July 12th, and will feature a fantastic performance of The Wizard of Oz by RVC Starlight Theatre.

Tickets will go on sale soon. Don't miss your chance to support our residents while enjoying an afternoon of fun and entertainment!

05/20/2026

Thank you to Theresa Krueger from Mercyhealth Rockford Region for stopping by campus to give a presentation titled "When a Wound Won't Heal: What Seniors Need to Know."

We appreciate the team at Mercyhealth for their willingness to come every month and give presentations on relevant topics like this for our residents.

Mark your calendars: the next Mercyhealth presentation at Wesley Willows will take place on Thursday, June 11th at 4:00 pm. Emily Dempsey, DNP, AGNP-BC, will talk about a new minimally invasive option for patients needing a heart valve replacement.

05/20/2026

Check out this full-length presentation from our Thriving Minds Brain Health Series!

In this second session of the Thriving Minds Brain Health Series, staff members from Wesley Willows and Peterson Meadows share lifestyle strategies to boost ...

05/19/2026

The Our Hearts, Our Legacy Gala was a wonderful celebration of extraordinary senior living! Thank you to everyone who came out to support our mission and hear about our vision for the future.