Givens Communities

Founded in 1979 on a 160‑acre Asheville estate gifted by Marion J. Givens into a retirement community nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains

Provides independent living, assisted living, skilled nursing, housekeeping, dining, fitness, health services and transportation across campuses

Operates outreach and nonprofit partnerships that deliver free screenings, chronic‑disease programs and community nurse services to underserved populations

Governed by an all‑volunteer board and affiliated with the United Methodist Church

Announced affiliation in April 2025 to bring another century‑old retirement community under its nonprofit umbrella, while retaining each site’s identity

Engages in unusual sustainability efforts—like on‑campus solar, native plantings and stream restoration

Earn‑while‑you‑learn nurse aide training, career‑growth and peer “cultivator” programs highlight its commitment to staff development

We honor each person’s journey with respect, compassion, and dedication.

We are committed to a culture of service where each person is valued and heard.

We focus on building community relationships founded on trust, kindness, and a spirit of collaboration.

We continuously strive for excellence and embrace innovation in everything we do.

We are accountable to each other, our residents, and our communities.