Halcyon House-A WesleyLife Community

04/10/2026

🍿🎬 We hosted the Washington Farm to Film Festival preview screening complete with a full concession stand and theater vibes—popcorn, previews, and great company.

04/09/2026

Your Sunday plans just got better. 🌞
Circa 59 is serving up a brunch buffet you won’t want to miss on April 12th, 11:00–1:30.
Dine in, unwind, and treat yourself.
📱 Call 319‑653‑8303 to reserve your table.

04/09/2026

Now taking reservations 🌸

🌸 April Showers Bring May Flowers 🌸
Join us for an elegant High Noon Tea experience at Circa 59.
Celebrate spring with a beautifully curated afternoon featuring seasonal flavors, sweet treats, and warm conversation—all in a relaxed and inviting setting.
🗓 April 28th
⏰ 4:00 PM
📍 Timmins Dining Room
💲 $50 per person
📞 Reservations required
Seats are limited—call 319‑653‑8303 to reserve your place at the table.

04/08/2026

🙏🐝We are so proud of the amazing spellers!

Our residents represented us in the Washington Public Library Foundation Spelling Bee and brought home a 2nd place award—what an accomplishment!

Their sharp minds, teamwork, and confidence truly shined.

Congratulations to our talented spellers for an outstanding performance!

04/06/2026

🌼 A new week is here at Circa 59 🌼
There’s nothing better than sitting down, relaxing, and enjoying a good meal with familiar faces.
Which do you look forward to most each week?
✨ The friendly conversations
✨ Not having to cook
✨ Having a routine you can count on
Tell us in the comments—we’d love to hear from you 💛

04/05/2026

Rejoice - He is risen! On behalf of everyone at WesleyLife, we wish you a blessed, hope-filled Easter Sunday. Please enjoy this greeting that our president and CEO, Rob Kretzinger, sent to team members last week.

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Easter offers us something we all need: a quiet invitation to slow down and notice what matters. I don’t know about you, but as spring approaches, I want to be outdoors. On my walks, I notice signs of renewal all around me, and I’m reminded that each day is a new chance to make a difference.

A Scripture verse that comes to mind when I think about this season is from Isaiah 43:19: “See, I am doing a new thing! Now it springs up; do you not perceive it?” It’s a reminder that growth and possibility are always unfolding, even in moments when they can be easy to miss.

Across WesleyLife, we see growth and possibility lived out every day. They can be present in small acts of kindness, in moments of reassurance, and in the trust placed in us by those we serve. Each interaction carries an invitation to live life with a greater sense of meaning, to lean into hope, and to pursue joy. That is both the privilege of this work and the responsibility we share.

As I prepare to retire in a little less than two months’ time, I’m thinking of my own renewal as I seek God’s plan for my next chapter. The fact that I’m able to prepare a “second act” is a testimony to what we do as a health and well-being organization; in previous generations, retirement was a time of rest. I’m looking forward to a little of that, sure … but mostly, I feel overwhelming gratitude for the health that will allow me to continue to make some kind of impact, and to be present and active with my wife, our children, and our six grandchildren.

I’ll leave you with this: The earlier we work on our health and well-being, the better. Please fill your body with good food, move naturally, connect regularly with those you care about, and partner with your health care provider on ways you can maximize your one precious life.

Whether or not an Easter celebration is a tradition for you, I wish you in the days ahead some time to rest, to spend time with the people who mean something to you, and to reflect on the difference you make. Your presence matters. Your work matters. And the impact you have reaches farther than you may ever know.

On behalf of our leadership team, thank you for all you bring to WesleyLife and to one another.

04/04/2026

What a HOP-tastic day! 🐇💐

Our Easter celebration was filled with laughter, storytelling, friendly competition, and plenty of colorful eggs.

Thank you to our residents, families, and team members who made this event so special.

Moments like these are what community is all about. 💛🌷

04/02/2026

📚Reading Buddies is happening every other Friday at Halcyon!

Grade school students visit to read aloud with our residents, creating meaningful connections across generations.

Through stories, laughter, and shared moments, children build confidence and literacy skills while older adults enjoy companionship and the joy of young voices.

It’s a heartwarming program that proves you’re never too young—or too old—for a good story.

03/31/2026

Halcyon Invites you to a special🧠 Brain Health Presentation

Join us for a free, informative Brain Health program led by Andrew Stastny, PTA & Rehab Liaison with the University of Iowa Health Network Rehabilitation Hospital, a venture with Encompass Health. Learn valuable insights and tips to support brain health and overall wellness.

📅 Friday, April 3rd
⏰ 10:00 a.m.
📍 Applewood Lounge at Halcyon House
All are welcome—we hope to see you there!

03/30/2026

Celebrate Easter at Circa 59 Brunch this Sunday!
💲 Pricing:
• Residents: $20
• Non‑Residents: $25
📞 Reservations are required — please call (319) 653‑8303
We look forward to welcoming you to Circa 59 for a warm, inviting, and memorable Easter celebration. 🌷
Update: We have openings at 11 am, 12:30pm and 1pm

🌸 Easter Buffet at Circa 59 🌸
“Spring is the season of renewal, where every gathering feels a little more special.”
Celebrate Easter with a gracious buffet‑style dining experience at Circa 59, thoughtfully prepared to honor the season with fresh flavors, comforting traditions, and a beautiful variety of offerings to enjoy at your own pace.
Our Easter buffet invites you to savor a carefully curated selection—from light spring beginnings to hearty favorites, refined sides, and a sweet conclusion—perfect for sharing a relaxed holiday meal with family and friends.
🥂 Wine, beer, and peach mimosas will be available for an additional charge.
💲 Pricing:
• Residents: $20
• Non‑Residents: $25
📞 Reservations are required — please call (319) 653‑8303
We look forward to welcoming you to Circa 59 for a warm, inviting, and memorable Easter celebration. 🌷
Update: We have openings at 11 am, 12:30pm and 1pm

03/26/2026

A good deed on behalf of a friend resulted in a life shift for a former Burlington couple, and they wouldn’t have it any other way.

Read the full story here.

We love the story of John & Joyce. ❤️

John and Joyce Wauters visited Halcyon House on behalf of a friend who needed short-term rehabilitation ... then decided on the drive home to move in.