Shorehaven’s Center for Life Enrichment is open to the community and serves as a headquarters to help seniors live successfully. Featuring Café LaBelle, Roehl Auditorium, a library and classrooms, the center is our way of helping those in our community stay happy, healthy, and connected.
Raccoon wear on sale! Local vendor The Shirt and Company will be selling Raccoon Spirit Wear Tuesday, Sept. 17 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Shorehaven Great Room. Oconomowoc High School spirit attire will be on sale before the OHS Sept. 27 Homecoming. The sale will feature T-shirts, jackets, sweatshirts, hats, socks, scarves,…
OHS Leadership students volunteered to run the Build Your Own Sundae Bar at Shorehaven’s 85th Anniversary event. Pictured from left, Camdyn Mueske, instructor Kim Mueske, Larkyn Mueske and Kayler Rams. Shorehaven is marking its 85th anniversary this year, and has embraced residents, family members, staff, volunteers, corporate members and the community at large in a…
As Shorehaven marks its 85th Anniversary this year, one volunteering family is marking 75 years of stewardship to the organization. Sally Christiansen illustrated her family’s dedication to generations of volunteering in a poster displayed proudly on the campus. It all began with her grandmother Ruby Petersen who began volunteering at Knollward. Sally would often join…
Shorehaven Honors Employees Shorehaven honored its employees at an Employee Service Award Program June 20 at Rockwell’s Restaurant on the Shorehaven campus. Staff were recognized for dedicated service to residents and community seniors. Celebrating its 85th anniversary this year, CEO Dale Dahlke commended employees for serving as steadfast providers, enriching resident lives since 1939. “Tonight…
85th Birthday Party and Anniversary Celebration is Thursday, July 11 for volunteers, staff, families and residents. Beginning with outdoor worship and group photo at 10 a.m. in Tower front parking lot. Entertainment from 12:30 to 5 p.m. includes: photo booth, dunk tank, bouncy house, Spin the Wheel, door prizes, tattoo and face painting, live music…
Service League President Sharon Manke presented a check to Dir. of Development Jalane Sauer for $12,000 for Shorehaven’s Foundation. From left, Gallert, Manke and Sauer are pictured. Shorehaven paid tribute to its mighty volunteer force April 16 when more than 100 Shorehaven Service League of Volunteers members gathered at Rockwell’s Restaurant for the annual appreciation…
Salute to volunteers during National Volunteer Week “It’s the responses you get,” longtime volunteer Judie Dimond said as she set up for Shorehaven Tuesday Happy Hour with residents last week. “If a song can bring a smile to their face, and the interaction can light up their eyes, you know you’ve made a difference.” Dimond…
Expeditions to Italy, France, Mexico, Spain, Thailand, Egypt and to America’s southwest sent Shorehaven Tower artist Barbara H.’s brushes to the canvas, where she proudly presented her work for fellow residents this week. The “Who Are The People in Your Neighborhood?” series continued in the community room, featuring resident artists and their work. Barbara, who…
Since 1939, Shorehaven has served as a trusted, faith-based resource for seniors. Offering a full continuum of care on the shores of Lac La Belle, the not for profit senior living headquarters delivers unsurpassed care in the City of Lakes. Trusted for Generations Built on a faith-filled foundation. Moving forward through innovation. Grounded in compassion…
Sweet P’s Pantry, downtown Oconomowoc, is hosting its own onsite PopUp Shop in the Shorehaven Great Room Thursday, Dec. 14 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Featuring sweet holiday treats and gifts from Sweet P’s Pantry. State Fair winning toffee and candied nuts, caramels, turtles, seasoned nuts, sponge candy and chocolate clusters. Made in Oconomowoc…
One resident recalled hunting with his dogs when Charlie sidled up to him. He remembered the thrill of the chase, the weaving through fields of stubble. Another remembered her favorite dachshund, and another, the pups she raised as a child. Volunteer Laura K. said Charlie the golden retriever brings out memories and evokes smiles whenever…
Donations in honor of or in memory of family members and friends continue to be accepted through December 26, 2023. Brochures are located around campus. Our 2023 goal is to build a new Gazebo on campus for Shorehaven residents, their families, physical activity and socialization. Donations must be received by December 26. We invite you…
The Shorehaven Service League of Volunteers presents its 2023 Holly Fest bake sale and raffle event Saturday, Nov. 4 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Forgotten Treasures Resale Boutique at Shorehaven, 1305 W. Wisconsin Avenue. Highlights include Christmas merchandise and decorations, delicious bake sale, raffle gifts, Christmas music and a vintage area. Raffle…
More than 70 gathered at the Lake Terrace Clubhouse for Shorehaven’s annual meeting Oct. 19, launching a renewed commitment to enhancing the quality of life for community seniors. CEO Dale Dahlke said that through the empowered corporate membership, Shorehaven is guided by its mission, “Reflecting Christ’s love, we provide homes and resources for seniors.” “This…
The Shorehaven Service League of Volunteers has initiated a partnership with the Oconomowoc Food Pantry, launching a ‘Give From Your Heart’ Holiday Food Drive from now until Dec. 31, to provide food items to low-income and food-insecure residents in need this holiday season. The Shorehaven Service League of Volunteers supports current needs of Shorehaven residents…
By resident Nancy A. What a time the LTA fisher-people had on Wednesday, September 6th! The day was gray and gloomy, but we were not to be deterred. Our boat captain, Barry Metevia, motored us down to the west end of the lake, and we threw out the anchor. Within minutes of dropping in our…
FROM: CEO Dale Dahlke re: Shorehaven Pool and Fitness Center A recent maintenance and inspection of the Fitness Center indicated possible moisture issues under the roofline of the fitness equipment room, locker rooms, and lobby of the building, which warrant further inspection and examination. This will involve some minor demolition work and holes being cut…
“It’s a stimulating sensory adventure for both residents and staff.” —Resident care manager Jan Z. Memory care erupts with laughter these days when residents gather around the newly acquired OmiVista system. OmiVista is an interactive floor and table projector system that responds to gesture and movement, creating dynamic images on any surface including floors, tables, and overbed…
Aug. 14– 18 during Oconomowoc’s famous Festival Week, Shorehaven is again hosting the Oconomowoc Historic Boat Tours from its Lac La Belle lakefront. The event features a 1 and a 6 p.m. 90 minute narrated cruise with an assigned driver and narrator. This is a great opportunity to learn the history of Lac La Belle…
