Choosing Life

It’s easy to see why Frank Collins is a treasured member of the Brookcrest community. With a twinkle in his eye, he’s quick with a joke and a smile, even when you least expect it. According to his daughter, Tricia Forbes, Frank has always been very social, and when he...

Donajean’s Wish

Every one of our Sunset residents, no matter where they’re from or where they live now, has a unique story. Like fingerprints or snowflakes, no two residents are alike. What makes our residents special is their individuality and the life experience they bring with...

Providing Connections to Residents

When a resident named Marie showed up at the office of Steve Zuiderveen, the President and CEO of Sunset Retirement Communities, he did not know that he was about to establish a genuine connection. After several minutes of conversation, Marie left only to return not...

Hope for the Journey

Last week our son Cody and his family had to evacuate out of Haiti due to the civil unrest that had gone on for several days. During that time of uncertainty, I often found myself searching for hope. I hoped the protesters stayed away from their home. I hoped that...

Powerful Connections Lead to Lasting Bonds

After Dave Holkeboer retired, he bought a book in a second hand store called Furniture Making From the Inside Out, which described the inner structures of furniture that hold it together. “It’s the glue, not the nails and screws, that make strong joints,” he explains....

And the Winner is… Sunset

At Sunset, we are blessed with amazing staff and facilities to care for your loved ones. Beyond the care of our residents, Sunset cares about our neighbors, the impact our facilities have on the environment and being good stewards of financial resources. On April 25,...