Dogwood Village December 2025 Newsletter

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A new month brings renewed excitement and the festive spirit of December—a time when the air turns crisp, lights glow a little brighter, and the joy of the holiday season fills our days. As we embrace this season of celebration and togetherness, it’s also important to stay mindful of our health, especially during the peak of winter. To all our valued residents: please remember to stay warm, rest well, and take the steps needed to stay healthy. Your well-being means the world to us, and we look forward to sharing this magical month with you!

Let’s also take a moment to reflect on the warm memories and meaningful moments we shared throughout November.

Veteran's Day

Honoring Veterans Day with our wonderful residents, friends, and community! Thank you to everyone who has served — we deeply appreciate your service and sacrifice. A big thanks to our fantastic staff and activities department for making today extraordinary, and a special thank you to the Rotary Club of Orange Va and 2 Scoops for the delicious ice cream! We are grateful to everyone who helped make this day unforgettable.

Cybersecurity for Seniors

We had such a great time at our Cybersecurity for Seniors program hosted at Encompass Community Supports Orange Senior Center!

A big thank you to our amazing Information Technology Department and Orange County Parks & Recreation for this fun and informative session! Your tips and expertise help keep our community safe online! Stay tuned for more exciting and educational programs coming soon!

Rehabilitation Department Gratitude Board

It’s the season to give thanks and share the love—a time to reflect on all the blessings around us. We are so grateful for our amazing residents, their wonderful families, and our incredible Dogwood team who make every day brighter. Thank you, team, for all that you do; we are truly thankful for each and every one of you.

Toss That Turkey!

Fall Fun with Our Residents

Our residents had an absolute blast at our Gobble Gobble ‘Toss That Turkey’ game! The room was filled with laughter, friendly competition, and plenty of fall-themed fun. It was the perfect way to celebrate the season and create joyful memories together!

November Bake Sale

Congratulations to Georgia Mollan for winning the raffle cake at today’s bake sale! We’re so thankful to our wonderful staff and families for bringing such delicious treats and sharing their sweet support. Your donations to the Activities Department for future music events are deeply appreciated — thank you for making a difference!

Celebrating Thanksgiving with Gratitude and Joy

What a delightful Thanksgiving luncheon! We appreciate all the families and residents who participated in this heartfelt celebration. We are thankful for our residents, families, and our amazing staff who make occasions like this extraordinary. Sincere thanks to everyone!

December Highlights at Dogwood Village

As we enter the festive season and the cooler days of winter, the events at Dogwood Village continue to bring warmth and joy to our community. December is filled with cheerful activities, holiday celebrations, and special moments to share together. Be sure to review the monthly calendars and newsletter for all the exciting details!

December Staff Spotlight:

Martha Robeson

Meet Martha, who has dedicated 25 years to serving the community at Dogwood Village. For her, what makes Dogwood Village truly special is the sense of family that fills our halls. When we focus on caring for our residents, we’re reminded that we genuinely matter. As Dr. Seuss beautifully said, ‘To the world you may be one person, but to one person, you may be the world.’

December Resident Testimonial

“Our activities department is wonderful, and I enjoy participating in every activity. I feel secure, cared for, and truly love my Dogwood family.”

Senior Living Resident Marie