The Holmstad says 'thanks' to resident volunteers

As a way to say thank you for logging 15,484 volunteer hours in 2015, Holmstad residents were treated to an Oscar-themed volunteer recognition brunch at the faith-based, nonprofit continuing care retirement community. About 150 residents attended the brunch; they were served Chicken Oscar, pear and walnut salad and "Red Carpet" red velvet cupcakes. For entertainment, chaplains Dan Anderson and Sally Pierce performed a radio skit, titled "Radio Station W.A.V.E. (We Appreciate Volunteers Everyday) Broadcasting Live from The Holmstad." The Holmstad's interim Executive Director Sara Forsman presented. Throughout the year, residents volunteer at local food banks, hospitals, schools, community centers and within the Holmstad community.

About The Holmstad

The Holmstad, a faith-based, nonprofit continuing care retirement community, is located at 700 W. Fabyan Parkway, Batavia, Ill. It is administered by Covenant Retirement Communities, one of the nation's largest nonprofit senior services providers. Covenant Retirement Communities serves 5,000 residents at 15 retirement communities nationwide and is a ministry of the Evangelical Covenant Church. For more information on The Holmstad, call (630) 870-4100 or visit www.TheHolmstad.org.