Standing tall

I like to believe that much of what I’ve learned has come from others. I make it a daily practice to meet people—people who know more than I do. I think about what life lessons my parents, my educators, professional mentors and colleagues, friends, family, and even strangers have taught me. As my o ce is located at Cedar Community’s independent living apartments with over 300 life-seasoned neighbors, I have quickly learned to appreciate these new friends more each and every day. As their abled bodies continue to age, some in energizer mode, some using a cane, walker, or wheelchair—what I see is a pillar of strength in each one of them. Many o ering invaluable life experiences, deep wisdom, friendship, emotional support, and unconditional love. In my eyes—our residents stand tall!

Jenny Zaskowski Philanthropy Director

I have also found that I must think and live tall to develop my own being. No great achievement stands the test of time unless it is based on honesty, truthfulness, integrity, clean living, and a love for our fellow man.

When I think of standing tall, the framework of our ability to be extraordinary comes to mind. As an organization, we hold high value to the rich history of Cedar Community— embracing our founders’ vision and mission—while we each imprint our own personal values in our daily work. Proudly, as a team, we stand tall alongside each other to be the best we can be. The extraordinary piece of this picture are our donors of past, present, and future—who stand tall and walk beside us each and every day.

Life often tests us. Most times we are able to be brave and strong during life’s challenges, but sometimes, we may have to lean on others. As our residents continue to go through their next stage of life, what was once easy can now be cumbersome.

Today, more than 65 residents are supported each month as they continue their journey of receiving skilled care. For more than 40 years, our Partners In Caring™ campaign has allowed us to support these individuals when their nancial resources have run short. Many of them stood very tall in years’ past as they themselves donated to help others live their best life.

Our team, donors, and community members work hard— to stand tall, think tall, smile tall, live tall, and create tall with innovation and agility. I invite you to join us as we all strive to support those who need us most. The truth is, the ripple e ect will impact many for generations to come. Thank you for helping our friends and neighbors age with dignity, respect, and the ability to live their best life.

“We can’t help everyone, but everyone can help someone.”

To learn more about how you can stand tall and impact our Partners In Caring campaign, please contact the philanthropy team at 262.338.4625. Thank you!