Bicycling has begun at PioneerCare! While our Cycling Without Age volunteers wait patiently for the time they're able to participate, we've trained a number of staff to pilot our two new trishaw bikes. They're ... Continue Reading
Concert Brings Cheers
When violinist Gabe Dalhoff called up and asked if he could stop by and play his violin for us at PioneerCare on Tuesday, we happily agreed. New state guidelines encourage small group activities for congregate ... Continue Reading
Alzheimer’s Virtual Support Group
The Minnesota-North Dakota chapter of the Alzheimer's Association offers a virtual support group online, meeting every second Wednesday of the month. This resource may be especially useful for those whose loved ... Continue Reading
Outdoor Visits Permitted
Guidance for Outdoor Visits Dear Friends, We have good news about outdoor visiting options starting Monday, June 22. Thanks to you, our staff, and community, we are managing the risks of COVID-19 well at ... Continue Reading
Open Window Visits Permitted
NEW Guidance Allows Open Window Visits When visitor restrictions went into effect in March, who would have guessed the policy would remain in effect so long? We know it's been challenging to remain physically ... Continue Reading
Salon to Reopen
Heather is returning to open PioneerCare Center’s hair salon to residents next Thursday, June 18. PioneerCare has consulted with Minnesota Department of Health on guidance for this reopening and ... Continue Reading
Krehl Stringer Becomes Chaplain
PioneerCare has named Pastor Krehl Stringer as its new full-time chaplain following the retirement of Pastor David Strom. Stringer began serving on June 1. Stringer is an ordained minister of the Evangelical ... Continue Reading
David Strom Retires
Late last year, Pastor David Strom announced his plans to retire this month as chaplain. David began serving in that role about five years ago and has brought his talent for relational ministry to residents, ... Continue Reading
COVID-19 Testing Continues
PioneerCare completed the second round of voluntary facility-wide coronavirus (COVID-19) testing last week and results again show no confirmed cases among residents and staff. The testing program, led and ... Continue Reading
Testing Results: Round One
PioneerCare completed voluntary facility-wide coronavirus (COVID-19) testing last week and results show no confirmed cases among residents and staff. The testing program is being led and implemented by ... Continue Reading