Nonprofit Spotlight Methodist Village

Nonprofit Spotlight

words Catherine Frederick with Melissa Curry, CEO, Methodist Village

Methodist Village’s mission is to provide wonderful life experiences that enable their residents and their families to lead full and enriching lives. They strive to exceed the expectations of their residents and families while inspiring hearts and minds. Do South® reached out to Melissa Curry, CEO, with Methodist Village, to learn more.

7811 Euper Lane Fort Smith, Arkansas 479.452.1611 methodistvillage.org

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DS: How did Methodist Village Senior Living come to be? This year we celebrate the great heritage of serving our elders and providing the highest level of care to our community for 60 years. We opened in March 1961, as Methodist Nursing Home, offering a skilled care unit with 33 beds, and the Care Center has grown to 145 beds. In 1974, apartments were built to provide affordable independent living. In 2019, we expanded to encompass assisted living and memory care with the opening of a 45-room Assisted Living/Alzheimer’s Special Care Unit which has grown to 71 beds.

DS: Who does Methodist Village Senior Living serve, and in what ways? Teachers, coaches, veterans, business owners, professors, housewives, lawyers, engineers, musicians – and many more fill the halls. These individuals have given their time and talents to our current generations, and we are thankful to provide them quality care in areas that may challenge them, such as routines of daily living. In addition, residents receive delicious meals, and have access to our rehab team. Residents can participate in a variety of activities, from clubs and committees to visiting with childhood friends and making new ones.

DS: Tell us how Methodist Village Senior Living impacts our community. It is the promise of ‘Our Mission is You!’ that truly represents our impact. We help residents enjoy the quality of life and peace of mind that abounds at MVSL. In addition, family members are secure in knowing their loved ones are being cared for in a safe and loving environment. With a plan in place, residents feel secure knowing their future health care needs will be met. At MVSL, community engagement is an integral part of our business. We support local organizations through sponsorships, donations, attending events, volunteer work, and more.

DS: What are some of the activities residents at Methodist Village Senior Living enjoy? Our Life Enrichment teams provide residents with a variety of activities. Most recently, our Assisted Living had an outing to Van Buren, Arkansas for a trolley ride tour of historic Van Buren and lunch at Pasta Grill. Other favorites are B-I-N-G-O, bowling, bean bag baseball, arts and crafts, cooking, exercise classes, pet therapy, music, and more.

DS: How can our community get involved and support Methodist Village Senior Living? Our Life Plan Community is growing! MVSL continues to raise the bar when it comes to caring for our seniors. We want to provide a place where seniors are proud to live and have family and friends visit. When you give, you join our Board of Directors, CEO, leadership team, and staff as we take care of those who took care of us. You can make a meaningful impact with a gift of any size to the MVSL Foundation. Your support is needed now more than ever, and your contribution is 100% tax-deductible. GIVE NOW at methodistvillage.com.