Written by Rev. Leigh Boelkins Van Kempen -  “When you hope, be joyful. When you suffer, be patient. When you pray, be faithful.” (Romans 12: 12) I was leading a Bible study yesterday and I asked the residents if anyone had been a model of joy and faith for them in...

We’ve been living our new ‘COVID normal” for the past few weeks. Comparing life today vs. before this pandemic started over five months ago is certainly interesting. It has been a long five months. For our residents and loved ones, we know it has been challenging. It...

Written by Rev. Leigh Boelkins Van Kempen -  “Tell everyone who is discouraged, ‘Be strong and don’t be afraid! God is coming to your rescue.’” (Isaiah 35: 4)One of the blessings of spending time with older people is that we can have wonderful role models. People who...

Written by: Rev. Leigh Boelkins Van Kempen  When I am afraid, I put my trust in you.” (Psalm 56: 3) I was recently on the phone with a ministry colleague. He called to ask how he could continue to provide support to his church members in our buildings when he can’t...

Dear Friends of Resthaven, In this edition of the Caring Connection we will update you on the changes we have made in each department to adjust to the new guidelines put in place to slow the spread of COVID-19. I am aware, however, that it is not just Resthaven that...

  This year Resthaven celebrates 75 years of faithfully caring for seniors in the Holland community. We are honored to have served this community for 75 years and excited to celebrate with you. Resthaven began in 1945 when Reverend Paul Hinkamp and a dedicated...

Message from the President/CEO Each week the Life Enrichment staff assist a long term care resident to Face Time with her nephew who lives out of state. Though usually quiet, when she is Facetiming with her nephew she is talkative and smiling. For another resident,...