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We Honor Veterans - Captain Chester Peek

We Honor Captain Chester Peek – World War II Veteran, engineer, author, and antique airplane restorer

November 10, 2021 by Mount Evans Admin

Every November 11 on Veterans Day, we celebrate those who have served our country for their patriotism, love of country, and willingness to serve and sacrifice for the common good. At Mount Evans Home Health Care & Hospice, our clinical care team has received veteran-centric education as part of We Honor Veterans, a program of the National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization in collaboration with the Department of Veterans Affairs focused on “respectful inquiry, compassionate listening and grateful acknowledgment.” This Veterans Day, We Honor Captain Chester Peek, a 101-year-old World War II Veteran, engineer, author, and antique airplane restorer.

Susan Stearns: A Legacy of Giving

July 19, 2021June 23, 2021 by Mount Evans Admin

Susan Stearns, longtime community supporter, philanthropist, and Board Member of Mount Evans Home Health Care & Hospice for more than 25 years, was an absolute inspiration to all who met her.

George Faust Served in the U.S. Army for 26 months

A Need to Serve

November 10, 2020 by Mount Evans Admin

A World War II Veteran’s Story At Mount Evans, we fall in love easily. It happens every day with our patients. George Faust is no exception. The

Don Sypert is a 10 year survivor of brain cancer shown here on an exercise cycle in his living room

Meet Don Sypert and Prepare to be Inspired

July 15, 2020July 14, 2020 by Mount Evans Admin

Don Sypert underwent his first brain surgery on May 17, 2011. It marked the beginning of what’s become a 10-year battle with a malignant brain tumor. He’s undergone three surgeries, chemotherapy, radiation and spent two and a half years participating in a clinical trial for an experimental drug.

Ray’s chocolate chip cookies are legendary. Here he is shown serving a plate of cookies with a huge smile on his face.

Embraced by Love

June 10, 2020February 28, 2020 by Mount Evans Admin

Unlike a lot of people who move to Colorado, Ray didn’t come here for the mountains, he was far more interested in a therapeutic treasure tucked inside them. A psychological social worker by profession, Ray served as the director of Forest Heights Lodge for 35 years. He dedicated his life’s work and heart to helping boys struggling with emotional, behavioral, academic and social issues.

Two health care professionals with patient in wheel chair holding a "Veterans Appreciation" certificate.

We Honor Veterans

June 10, 2020January 10, 2020 by Mount Evans Admin

There are more than 18.2 million Veterans in the United States who have protected and served our country. Of these, more than half, are over the age of 65. There is a growing recognition, both here at Mount Evans and throughout the country, of the need to provide Veteran-centered care to our servicemen and servicewomen.

The Story of How a Classified Ad Changed a Life

June 10, 2020December 5, 2019 by Mount Evans Admin

Richard Cox keeps an envelope in his room. If he didn’t offer to show it to you, you likely wouldn’t notice it. To the unknowing eye, it simply looks like a well-worn envelope. What makes it special is what it holds – a carefully curated collection of extraordinary moments from a life lived with purpose.

The Will To Walk

June 10, 2020October 13, 2019 by Mount Evans Admin

The simple act of putting one foot in front of the other is one of those things that most of us take for granted. It’s not until we are faced with the prospect of losing this ability or having to relearn it that we realize how it important it is to our health, happiness and independence.

A Mother’s Love Runs Strong

June 10, 2020July 1, 2019 by Mount Evans Admin

“She was our life, our joy, our hearts,” explains Gil Schaenzle, Anna’s mom. “Anna was the whole package … intelligent, beautiful and athletic. She had a big heart and was generous. I always felt humbled that God had chosen me to be her mom.”

Painting by Aaron's father, Roger Ambrosier, titled "Sacred Silence". Landscape painting showing storm clouds over a winding meadow stream at sunset.

Aaron Ambrosier’s Story

November 11, 2020November 1, 2018 by Mount Evans Admin

Night fell upon the Ambrosier family in September of 2015. Evergreen husband and father Aaron Ambrosier, 44, checked into St. Anthony’s Hospital with headaches and vision problems. He was given a heartbreaking diagnosis.