The Givens Foundation was honored to recognize and celebrate members of the Givens Legacy Circle during a lovely afternoon reception held on the grounds of the beautiful Givens Estates Manor House. As some of the Foundation’s most devoted and visionary supporters, Legacy Circle members have established a lasting legacy through planned gifts and endowment gifts …
Givens Communities was honored to serve as the presenting sponsor of the Asheville Symphony’s annual Symphony in the Park, a cherished community tradition that brought more than 10,000 people together in downtown Asheville on Sunday, September 6. Held at Pack Square Park, the free outdoor concert officially launched the Asheville Symphony’s 2026-2027 season with an evening of …
The Givens Communities Technology Department wants to remind everyone about a scam that continues to be highly effective despite the fact that it has been around for many years: the “gift card” scam. Scenario: You receive an email, text message, or even a phone call from a friend, colleague or a trusted contact that urgently …
The Asheville Symphony’s beloved Symphony in the Park returns to downtown Asheville’s Pack Square Park on Sunday, September 6, at 7 p.m., opening the Symphony’s 2026–2027 season with a free outdoor concert for the whole community. Presented by Givens Communities and part of Boomtown Arts & Heritage FestAVL for the third year, Symphony in the …
While Givens Communities is well known for Independent Living campuses, we also offer outstanding affordable and middle-income senior housing options tailored for adults aged 55 and older. Givens Gerber Park in south Asheville features HUD-subsidized and tax-credit apartments in Buildings 40 and 50 for lower-income older adults, alongside moderate-income options in Building 60. This dynamic …
Givens Communities alongside the Givens Foundation was honored to sponsor and attend The Art of Giving, the annual fundraising event hosted by Jewish Family Services of Western North Carolina (JFS WNC) on August 9 at Congregation Beth HaTephila in Asheville. The event brought together community members, supporters, and nonprofit leaders to celebrate philanthropy and raise critical funds for programs that support individuals …
Givens Gerber Park, as an affordable senior living component of Givens Communities, continues to strengthen partnerships and develop collaborations that help ensure older adults can remain safe, healthy and engaged. Through thought leadership, cooperation and shared commitment, local organizations are working together to improve services, expand resources and support aging well across Buncombe County. Age-Friendly …
Residents, team members, and leaders gathered at Givens Gerber Park to commemorate the 250th anniversary of American independence with a patriotic celebration honoring the nation’s history, freedoms, and veterans. Hosted at the community’s courtyard flagpole, the event featured a flag ceremony, patriotic parade, and musical tributes that brought residents together in a spirit of pride and reflection. …
Buncombe County has issued a health alert in advance of the Fourth of July, as temperatures are expected to hit the mid-90s in south Asheville. Older adults are especially vulnerable to extreme heat because their bodies struggle to regulate temperature, sweat less effectively, and dehydrate faster. Even in the typically cooler mountain region, temperatures and …
Givens Gerber Park is where aging well is about so much more than housing — it’s about connection, purpose and support. According to LeadingAge, a national organization of nonprofit aging services providers, what older adults truly need to thrive is access to affordable housing, supportive services, strong community connections, and the ability to receive care. That’s exactly what …