Pages, Purpose, and Partnership
At Miravida Living, community is more than a word—it’s the heart of everything we do. Recently, that spirit came to life in a beautiful way when residents of Carmel Residence and Simeanna Apartments partnered with Oshkosh Area United Way for a book drive that inspired us all. It started with a simple idea: what if […]
The Everyday Spark of Joy
At Miravida we value JOY as part of living in our culture. When we think of joy it often comes to mind during holidays or celebrations, and it is something that we know when we experience it. What we don’t often consider is that as part of the Miravida culture we each are potential sources […]
Youth Leadership Oshkosh Visits Miravida Living
As part of their Health & Human Services Day in October, Youth Leadership Oshkosh spent the afternoon at Miravida Living, exploring what it means to serve others through careers in senior living. Led by Julie Maslowski, Director of Senior Living, and her team, students experienced a full and engaging program designed to open their eyes […]
A Bond Beyond the Classroom
When Destiny L. first stepped onto the Miravida Living campus as a CNA student, he was eager to learn clinical skills and gain experience caring for others. What he discovered went far deeper. During his time at Miravida, Destiny not only grew in knowledge—learning the rhythms of care, the nuances of communication, and the trust that builds […]
The Strength of Gentleness
Gentleness often shows up in small, ordinary ways. It’s the quiet voice that eases anxiety in the middle of care. It’s the steady hand guiding an elder down the hallway. It’s the simple patience to listen fully before responding. These moments may look small from the outside, but they carry enormous weight for the people […]
A Community of Champions
Contribute: An Initiative That Shapes Our Community | At Miravida Living, we believe that every act of service—no matter how small—has the power to brighten someone’s day and strengthen the fabric of our community. Contribute, one of our Thrive wellness pillars, is about more than simply giving—it’s about sharing what we have, mentoring others, and building purposeful […]
From Service to Ceremony: A 70 Year Journey
It’s not every day you get to witness a graduation that’s decades overdue—but for Bernie, July 14, 2025, was just that. At 17, Bernie answered a different kind of calling. Drafted during the Korean War, he joined the U.S. Navy and served with honor aboard three different ships over the course of eight years. When […]
Living Fully: The Purpose Behind Our Thrive Pillars
At Miravida Living, we believe that wellness is more than the absence of illness—it’s the presence of purpose, connection, curiosity, and joy. That’s the heart of our Thrive Wellness Program. Designed around six intentional pillars—Awaken, Connect, Contribute, Discover, Explore, and Strengthen—Thrive reflects our commitment to enriching the lives of older adults in meaningful ways. But […]
Crafting Connection: When Generations Build Together
A woodworking project at Bethel Home becomes a blueprint for belonging. At first glance, it may have seemed like just another after-school activity—a small group of Oshkosh North students walking over to Bethel Home, ready to spend a few hours sanding and assembling wood. But from the very first meeting, it was clear this was […]
Discovering Together: Intergenerational Learning at Miravida Living
The UW Oshkosh Computer Science Club, led by their professor, recently partnered with Carmel Residence at Miravida Living to host an afternoon of technical tutoring for residents. This intergenerational event was part of Miravida Living’s commitment to fostering community engagement and lifelong learning through its Thrive Program. The Thrive Program is a holistic wellness initiative […]