Testimonials

Residents

  • Stew & Frances Stewart

    "When we decided it was time to sell our house and find a place to spend the rest of our senior years, we spent days shopping all over Des Moines and the suburbs and then finally came to the conclusion that Calvin Community was the most desirable place to be.

    This location is a short distance from everything we need. Moving to Calvin Community was like moving back home to Beaverdale.

    One of the most important items that truly impressed us is the people, both residents and employees. They make you feel wanted with love and compassion, from day one, so kind and caring. Each new day we live at Calvin Community is a better day, we love it!

    We have never before experienced employees, so dedicated, in helping to make your home a happy place to live. 'Calvin Community is the sweetest home this side of Heaven.'"

  • Dick & Lois Wheeler

    "My wife and I find that Calvin is a very relaxing place to retire because the staff from the top down is friendly, competent, helpful and open. They present excellent food, interesting programs and a clean, safe environment. Many of our new neighbors have become extended family as we socialize and become more closely acquainted."

Employees

  • Jessica Vander Linden

    "I enjoy working at Calvin Community because of the friendly residents and their families. It has been rewarding getting to know the residents on a personal level throughout the years. The experienced staff makes for a pleasant working environment. Working at Calvin Community has taught me responsibility and leadership."

  • Leroy Swalve

    "I started working in housekeeping at Calvin on Valentine's Day 2001. For the first few years I worked mainly in Assisted Living and now I work in the Health Center. One of the reasons I like working at Calvin is the interaction with the residents. I like to joke around with them and enjoy seeing them smile and laugh. I see how much they appreciate the little things we do for them that we take for granted such as opening a window or pushing them down the hall. They are so interesting to talk to; they have a lifetime of experiences to share. I only wish I had more time to talk to them."

  • Kathy Shriner

    "Calvin Community is where I work, but over the years it has become more than that. I feel like Calvin is my second home and you are all my extended family.

    The people of Calvin are there for each other. I've seen them pull together for coworkers who experience family or health crisis. I know residents who look out for others who have no close family of their own.

    I've seen people, both residents and staff, who spend their own money to make life easier for someone who lacks resources. Calvin is full of 'good people' who treat other residents and those of us who work here as though each was a beloved family member."