Order, Disorder, Re-order.

Written by: Rev. Leigh Boelkins Van Kempen  It’s a strange time all around. It’s strange at home. It’s strange at stores. It’s strange with our families. And it’s strange for churches. If your church is like mine, everything is being offered via the internet. So, on...
Faith, Not Fear.

Faith, Not Fear.

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...
COVID-19 Update.

COVID-19 Update.

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...
75 Years of Faithfully Caring.

75 Years of Faithfully Caring.

  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...
Person-Centered Care.

Person-Centered Care.

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,...