Avamere News & Stories
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Despite COVID-19, We Can All Do Our Best
By: Ryan Brennan When contemplating the idea of problem-solving, the great, late jazz composer, Duke Ellington said, “A problem is a chance to do your best.” Here at Avamere Transitional Care and Rehabilitation — Boise, we are treating COVID-19 as a chance for us to...
An Open Letter to My Deaf Community and the Hearing
My name is Renée Rickard. I love to do water activities, such as waterski, jet ski, and wakeboard. I also love to play videogames. I have an older hearing sister but use American Sign Language (ASL). I graduated from California School for the Deaf in Fremont. I...
Value of Enrichment Activities for Ogden Seniors
Staying engaged and enriched in our lives is important at any age, and remains vital for numerous seniors and those approaching senior age. In fact, one of the top reasons some seniors choose to make the move to a senior living community, a decision often made...
Celebrate Diversity with These Books, Movies, & Podcasts
Together, we recognize and celebrate the diversity surrounding us. Here are some books, podcasts, and movies to learn about and honor diversity during Celebrate Diversity Month and every day of the year. Books For Adults Between the World and Me by Ta-Nehisi Coates...
Women’s History Month: Maggie Hilty’s Story
By Maggie Hilty, Vice President of Business Development This Women’s History month, we’re excited to celebrate the stories of trailblazing women, whose work and contributions have made a significant impact in our family of companies. Today, we’re celebrating Maggie...
My Long-Drawn-Out Career Journey
This Women’s History month, we’re excited to celebrate the stories of trailblazing women, whose work and contributions have made a significant impact in our family of companies. Today, we’re celebrating Durinda Haukap. High school I was a high school athlete, who in...