Campus news

July 15, 2005... The Beatitudes Campus has introduced a new name to refer to all of the redevelopment efforts and benefits.  That name is Promenade at the Beatitudes Campus.  This name symbolizes the enhanced lifestyle that the expansion will bring to all campus residents, with the opportunity to share good times in the New Town Plaza, or to take a leisurely stroll on tree-lined paths through the beauty of eight Beatitudes Gardens.  CEO Peggy Mullan sums it up as follows:   “The addition of a new name during these marketing efforts will share that there is something new and exciting happening here.  In choosing this name, we sought to maintain the current awareness and strong reputation of the Beatitudes Campus, while generating fresh appeal to potential new residents.” 

June 30, 2005... During the month of June, the redevelopment of the Beatitudes Campus received some great press coverage.  In the June 3^rd issue of The Phoenix Business Journal, proposed plans for the $83 million dollar renovation were outlined, which include the addition of 263 independent-living residences.  To design the master plan, the Beatitudes selected architect Orcutt/Winslow Partnership AIA.   The selected general contractor, Weitz Company, also brings extensive experience on similar construction projects.  A June 25th article in The Arizona Republic included an interview with President and CEO Peggy Mullan, and featured candid comments from several Beatitudes Campus residents.

May 10, 2005... The Board of Directors of the Beatitudes Campus is pleased to announce a master planned expansion and redevelopment of its 22-acre campus, located off West Glendale Avenue, between 15^th and 19^th Avenues. The $80 million planned expansion and redevelopment is designed to meet the changing lifestyle demands and trends in senior living, while strengthening the campus’ mission to provide seniors a faith-based community that meets their physical, social, emotional and spiritual needs. This is the 40^th anniversary of the senior living community, which is an outreach ministry of the Church of the Beatitudes.  The planned redevelopment of the Beatitudes will add new residences to the campus as well as broadened services and amenities. The campus will be expanded to include additional apartments and patio homes and existing buildings will undergo a phased renovation.

September 29, 2004...Church of the Beatitudes, in conjunction with ministries Beatitudes Center DOAR and Beatitudes Campus, is presenting a full day conference entitled Enriching the Called- Nurturing the Soul & Spirit of those Who Serve. This seminar is open to the public and designed for family caregivers, clinical and parish nurses, social workers, clergy, and others involved in faith and health.  The conference will be held on October 20, 2004 from 8:30 a.m. to 3:15 p.m. at Church of the Beatitudes, 555 West Glendale Avenue, Phoenix.  Cost to attend is $45. Sessions for the day include Weaving our Gifts-An Art Experience, Breath As a Comforter, Mental Wellness, and Uniquely Created-Honoring Personalities.

September 2, 2004...Beatitudes Campus announced that Ami Williams has joined the executive management team as Health Services Administrator.  Ami will be responsible for overseeing the Skilled Nursing and Assisted Living Centers.  Ami, who most recently served as Director of Operations at Arizona Eastern Star, has over 10 years of experience in health care administration.

August 11, 2004...The Beatitudes Campus Auxiliary has been selected to receive the 2004 Distinguished Service Award from the American Association of Homes and Services for the Aging (AAHSA).  The Beatitudes Campus Auxiliary , formed in 1065, volunteers their time and services to improve the quality of life for older adults living on Beatitudes Campus.  Effective April, 2004, the Beatitudes Campus Auxiliary exceeded one million hours of voluntary service.

The 385 Auxiliary members participate in a wide array of activities and services at Beatitudes Campus.  They host social events for residents, execute fund raising events and offer hands of comfort to those in need. 

The President of the Beatitudes Campus Auxiliary, Wilma Bertram, will accept the award at AAHSA’s Annual Meeting and Exposition, taking place October in Nashville, Tenn.