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Black History Month: A Century of Black History Commemorations
Happy Black History Month! 2026 marks a powerful milestone: 100 years of national Black history commemorations. This centennial celebrates the visionaries who advance equality and preserve the history of Black Americans, and the moments that continue to shape progress today. Here’s how you can celebrate Black History Month. Learn Black History Discover the people and events whose influence profoundly impacts our world. Read the flyer posted in your building, attached, or clic

Areté Living Admin
6 days ago1 min read


Observances February 2026
Here's what we're honoring and celebrating this month. Follow Areté Living or your senior living community on Facebook to see how we're recognizing these moments! Black History Month February is Black History Month! This year’s theme by the Association for the Study of African American Life and History is A Century of Black History Commemorations. Throughout the month, we honor the legacy, resilience, and lasting contributions of Black individuals who have shaped our histor

Areté Living Admin
Jan 251 min read


Observances January 2026
Here's what we're honoring and celebrating this month. Follow Areté Living or your senior living community on Facebook to see how we're recognizing these moments! Martin Luther King, Jr. Day January 19 Every January, we honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. as we remember his service and activism. Dr. King served a key role in the American Civil Rights Movement from the mid-1950s throughout his life. Martin Luther King Jr. Day is symbolic of uniting as a community and nation.

Areté Living Admin
Dec 27, 20251 min read


Observances December 2025
Here's what we're honoring and celebrating this month. Follow Areté Living or your senior living community on Facebook to see how we're recognizing these moments! FEATURED OBSERVANCES International Day of Persons with Disabilities, Dec. 3 This observance promotes an understanding of disabilities and mobilizes support for the dignity, rights, and well-being of people with disabilities. Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day, Dec. 7 We remember and honor the 2,403 citizens and service me

Areté Living Admin
Nov 20, 20251 min read


Honoring Native American & Indigenous Heritage Month
November is Native American and Indigenous Heritage Month! This national observance has been officially recognized by federal law since 1990. This month honors the rich cultures, achievements, and lasting contributions of Native American and Indigenous peoples throughout the United States. It’s an opportunity to celebrate their resilience, creativity, and ongoing influence across every facet of American life. Here’s how you can celebrate and honor this month. Learn Native Ame

Areté Living Admin
Oct 30, 20251 min read


Observances November 2025
Here's what we're honoring and celebrating this month. Follow Areté Living or your senior living community on Facebook to see how we're recognizing these moments! Native American & Indigenous Heritage Month Native American and Indigenous Heritage Month is a national observance officially recognized by federal law since 1990. Across the United States, November is a time to recognize and honor the rich cultures, achievements, and enduring contributions of Native American and In

Areté Living Admin
Oct 22, 20251 min read


Honoring Hispanic Heritage Month
Hispanic Heritage Month is celebrated from September 15 to October 15. This month is dedicated to recognizing and honoring the histories, cultures, and contributions of Hispanic and Latino/a/e/x communities that continue to enrich our workplaces, our communities, and our world. This year’s theme, Collective Heritage: Honoring the Past, Inspiring the Future, reminds us that together we carry forward traditions of resilience, creativity, and progress while building a future of

Areté Living Admin
Oct 2, 20252 min read


Observances October 2025
Here's what we're honoring and celebrating this month. Follow Areté Living or your senior living community on Facebook to see how we're recognizing these moments! Hispanic Heritage Month, Sept. 15 to Oct. 15 Hispanic Heritage Month honors people of Hispanic heritage for their contributions to America and the world. This year’s theme is Collective Heritage: Honoring the Past, Inspiring the Future. Follow us on social media to get to know individuals of the past and present who

Areté Living Admin
Sep 27, 20251 min read


Add Pronouns to Name Badges
Gender pronouns — like she/her, he/him, they/them, and more — are a part of who we are. Using someone’s correct pronouns shows respect...

Areté Living Admin
Aug 26, 20251 min read


Observances September 2025
Here's what we're honoring and celebrating this month. Follow Areté Living or your senior living community on Facebook to see how we're...

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Aug 21, 20251 min read


Portland Pride 2025
Portland Pride 2025 was a success! Thanks to all our incredible volunteers for your time and energy at this exciting event. So many...

Areté Living Admin
Jul 24, 20251 min read


Observances August 2025
Here's what we're honoring and celebrating this month. Follow Areté Living or your senior living community on Facebook to see how we're...

Areté Living Admin
Jul 21, 20251 min read


Seeking DEIB Brand Ambassadors
We are seeking DEIB Brand Ambassadors to join our Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging program! This is a unique opportunity to be...

Areté Living Admin
Jun 26, 20252 min read


Volunteer at Portland Pride
We are excited to sponsor the Portland Pride Waterfront Festival and Parade again this year! Together we will walk in the parade and have...

Areté Living Admin
Jun 24, 20251 min read


Seeking DEIB Education Pillar Members
We're seeking more members for our DEIB Education Pillar! This is a great opportunity to be involved in this incredible and important...

Areté Living Admin
Jun 23, 20251 min read


My Pride Story: Adam Roes
Meet Adam Roes, Life Enrichment Director at Gilman Grove, as he shares his powerful Pride story — from learning to accept himself, to...

Areté Living Admin
Jun 21, 20251 min read


Observances July 2025
Here's what we're honoring and celebrating this month. Follow Areté Living or your senior living community on Facebook to see how we're...

Areté Living Admin
Jun 18, 20251 min read


Celebrating Pride Month 2025
Happy Pride! Pride Month is a celebration of the LGBTQIA+ community. It is a time to recognize the achievements made toward equality and...

Areté Living Admin
May 28, 20251 min read


Honoring Juneteenth
Juneteenth (also known as Freedom Day) marks the date of June 19, 1865 when Union troops arrived in Galveston, Texas to finally inform...

Areté Living Admin
May 28, 20251 min read


How to Add Gender Pronouns to Your Email Signature
We are committed to our core value, "a culture of respect, belonging, and celebration of diversity." One simple yet powerful way to honor...

Areté Living Admin
May 24, 20251 min read
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