Congratulations to Brenda Bergman Evans on her election to the National Continuing Care Residents Association (NaCCRA) Board. This is an exciting milestone for both her and Immanuel. Her passion for serving older adults strengthens our connection to a national organization focused on elevating resident voices.
There’s something special about serving with family ❤️ Meet Deanna and Dawn: a mother-daughter duo who bring heart, faith, and creativity to life every day at Pacific Springs. Their story is a beautiful reminder that purpose (and a little extra love) makes all the difference.
Julie Kaminski was officially welcomed as Immanuel’s 15th CEO during the Rite of Installation. Rooted in a tradition dating back to 1887, stakeholder representatives shared scripture. They also asked meaningful questions about her new role. Julie affirmed her commitment, saying, “I will, and I ask God to help me.”
Join us in celebrating Cecil L. Hicks Jr. on his promotion to Vice President of Human Resources. Since joining Immanuel in 2022 as Director of Talent Development and Culture, Cecil has played a key role in strengthening our workplace culture. He has also helped drive employee engagement and organizational growth. We’re excited to see him continue making an impact in this new role.
We’re excited to announce that Patricia Kearns has been promoted to Chief Operating Officer at Immanuel. Since joining as VP of Construction and Capital Planning, Pat has quickly made an impact through strong leadership, a commitment to developing people, and a focus on learning. With over 20 years of experience in healthcare operations, capital development, and facilities planning, Pat will continue to strengthen Immanuel’s mission and growth. Please join us in congratulating her!
Tim Soenksen, Wellness Manager at The Landing, joined Immanuel after a career in sports performance. What he expected to be “just a job” quickly became something much more meaningful. “The residents teach us just as much as we help them." In this episode of My Story, Our Mission, Tim reflects on his journey to Immanuel and what inspires him each day.
We are proud to announce that Copper Shores Village has been named the Best Assisted Living Community and First Runner-Up for Best Senior Living Community in the 2025 Des Moines' People’s Choice Awards. Congratulations to all the residents and employees who bring so much heart and warmth to our community. It’s an honor to be recognized among the top senior living options in east Des Moines. 🥇🥈
Jeannie Barber, Associate Executive Director at The Landing, discovered her passion for senior living at just 17 years old. Her journey with Immanuel began in a sales role, and when an opportunity arose, Jeannie felt called to where her heart truly belonged. “The zigzags that I did, I learned something. I met people… they were all valuable experiences,” she shares.
Innovation at Immanuel starts with people and mission-driven ideas. Immanuel's Doors to the Future innovation grant program empowers team members to bring forward bold ideas that elevate the experience of those we serve. These ideas took center stage at our Spark Tank live pitch event, inspired by the TV series "Shark Tank." Team members pitched unique ways to improve the quality of lives in Immanuel's communities and centers.
Immanuel leaders gathered for our annual Leadership Summit, creating space to learn, grow, and collaborate with one another. This year’s theme, From Ripples to Waves: Leadership in Motion, was brought to life by speakers including Omaha Mayor John Ewing Jr. Together, we explored how even the smallest moments can create a lasting impact.
