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…
The kids are coming, the kids are coming That’s what we say when at first, 15 students came as part of the Oconomowoc High School seminar digital communications class, and then it grew to 27, then 35 and now over 40 students descend on Shorehaven each year to explore our people, our vocations and the…