Fellowship Square Phoenix Blog

If you’re wondering, "How much is Independent Living?" or "Who pays for Independent and Assisted Living?" - you’ve come to the right place. In this post, we’ll explore the costs and financial considerations of Independent and Assisted Living, shedding light on who pays for senior care, what’s included, and the available financial assistance options. Read More

As we age, our bodies become less efficient at regulating temperature; this and other physical factors make it harder for seniors to cool down. Heat exhaustion occurs when the body overheats and cannot cool down properly. Understanding the causes and risk factors associated with heat exhaustion in seniors is essential to prevent its occurrence. Read More

If you or a loved one are considering a move to an independent living community, you're likely full of questions: what to look for, what to ask while touring a community, and more. In this post, Fellowship Square Phoenix has created a step-by-step guide to help you choose the ideal senior living community that suits your lifestyle, location preferences, interests, and budget. Read More

As we age, we often face tough decisions regarding our living situation. People often research and compare two options: receiving in-home care versus moving into a senior living community. This post will look into the different types of home health care services, examples of each, and the costs involved. We will explore the same points in senior living so you can easily compare the two options side-by-side to determine the best option for you and your family. Read More

Fellowship Square Phoenix was built in 1981, and before construction began, our address was recorded with Maricopa County as 2002 W Sunnyside Drive. Forty-plus years later, we haven't been able to determine why our address was recorded that way - did the sign always say Avenue Read More

Sometimes we all need a little reminder to take a step back and look at our blessings in life. A few months ago, one of our residents, Lucille C., shared her musings about finding joy with us. We loved it so much that we asked if we could post it on our blog, and she agreed! Whether it's COVID or anything else going on in the world, looking for small things Read More

Humans are multifaceted beings. We have the basic needs of food, water, shelter, and clothing, but we are so much more than our basic needs. Those needs don’t just go away when living with dementia. In Reflections Memory Care, we focus on 6 specific areas of mental and physical wellness: Intellectual, Social, Environmental, Spiritual, Emotional. Read More

Eighteen months later, here we are. We can move more freely and are forever thankful to see our residents' smiling faces again, who we missed so much last summer. And yet, 18 months later, we are still in a pandemic. Getting vaccinated gave me the confidence to go out and about, knowing that not only was I protected, but I was also safeguarding those around me Read More

Unless you are one of the few people who follow the mantra, "if I haven't touched it in a year, I don't need it," preparing for a move almost always feels like a daunting task. The longer we live in our homes, the more 'stuff' we accumulate. And while some items Read More

While speaking with a colleague last week, she mentioned that a friend is looking for Independent Living for her grandmother. Still, she and her grandmother are both nervous about moving into a retirement community during the COVID pandemic. Read More

What a joy to be back at Fellowship Square Phoenix. After spending some time getting to know the leadership team it is clear they are amazing and dedicated to Read More

One of the (many) wonderful things about being part of the Christian Care/Fellowship Square team are the extensive opportunities for professional growth. Read More

My journey as part of the Christian Care ministry began in 1987. How amazing to be part of this growing ministry, now the largest not-for-profit in Arizona with 6 campuses. Read More

Sometimes, change can be scary and uncomfortable, and other times, it is bittersweet. At Christian Care, we are in a time of bittersweet transition as we have two retirements to celebrate Read More

Early in my career, I learned that people want to know what you believe; they want to know where your heart is leading you, and where it will lead them. People want you to communicate personally and individually. As a leader, my main job is let people know how much I care. This sets the tone for our success as a senior living community. Read More

Immersing yourself in a great book can make your brain come alive. Science is now proving this to be true. When we read, we not only improve memory and empathy, but research shows that it makes us feel better and more positive too. Science has shown that reading has amazing health benefits, including helping with depression, cutting stress, and reducing the chances of developing memory impairments, later in life. Read More

This was not a typical picture day. Even though we all work together, on the same campus, this was the first time, we were together in one place in over two months. Thanks to COVID-19, our Senior Living Campus has been locked-down since March 11, 2020. When we made the decision to lock-down, there was no going back. We were moving forward with a vengeance to protect our residents. Lock-down meant there would be no movement throughout the different entities on campus. Read More

In this crazy time, I think we could all use a heart-warming story. Lucky is a common term we use when we have good results, or good fortune. But we all know… nothing happens by chance. Read More

In Senior Living, we serve people every day. To succeed in this industry, we must put service before self. Read More

Happy 2020! Like most people this time of year, we are thinking about new beginnings and ways to live more intentional each day. There is a quote, "The people with the best advice are usually the ones who have been through the most." Read More

In part 2 of this two part series covering Christian Care's 40th Anniversary, I asked three members of our senior leadership to share some of their thoughts about this momentous milestone, and what they see for the future of the organization. Read More

This year marks Christian Care’s 40th anniversary. On September 21st, we will be hosting a reception at Christian Care Health Center to celebrate this significant milestone. In this two-part series, we will look at the history of our senior living organization, and hear from leadership as they reflect on our history and what they see for the future of Christian Care. Read More

In 2013, Fellowship Square began working with the LAVIDGE agency to update their brand identity, create new marketing collateral and launch a new website. Read More

We are happy to announce another promotion on the Phoenix Campus! Ricky Dodds first started with Christian Care as a Safety & Security officer in 2014; this June he was promoted to the Service Coordinator for the Manors, our subsidized senior Living apartments. Read More

Fellowship Square Senior Living and Christian Care Companies, one of the largest not-for-profit senior living operators based in Arizona, announced the promotions of two key employees. Jenna Meyer, NHA has been named Director of Health Services, while Heath Van Gysel, RN has been named the Director of Assisted Living. Read More

Fellowship Square Phoenix takes pride in the community they’ve built through their Christian Care roots. The staff at this assisted and independent living facility truly exemplify their service by being leaders of the heart. The company invests in their people to make it a better place for the staff which creates a great environment to call home. Read More. Read More

Lew is an active participant in the Fellowship Square Phoenix community, one would never guess that Lew is 97 years of age. With a twinkle in his eye, and a sparkle in his smile, Lew is a great conversationalist and can execute a great joke! Lew was in the Navy Air Force as an RM3C from 1940-1943 in World War II, where he served as a dive bomber radio and radar operator and tail gunner. He then was stationed in Pearl Harbor, arriving just two days after the Japanese bombing, where he rose to the rank of Aviation 3rd Class. Read More

Wanda, now 88 years young, grew up in Texas, but her life took to the skies when she joined the military. Wanda learned to fly a T-34 plane for the United States Air Force at Kirkland Air Force Base in Albuquerque, New Mexico. She served as a USMC Captain in Korea from 1951 to 1954. Read More

In this second interview for our "A Day in the Life" series, we hear from Kim Sanders, Director of Dining & Housekeeping Services. By all accounts, Kim is extremely dedicated to providing a very high level of customer service and to elevating residents' everyday experiences. Read More

In this first interview of our "A Day in the Life" series, we talk to Eric Kirby - the new Executive Chef at Fellowship Square Phoenix. Eric has been with Fellowship Square Phoenix since 2011, and was recently promoted to Executive Chef - a position he has transitioned into with ease. He oversees the Food Service Department for our entire senior living community - independent living, assisted living & skilled nursing. Read More