[Congressional Record Volume 169, Number 118 (Tuesday, July 11, 2023)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E647]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




          RECOGNIZING BETHANY NURSING HOME'S 125TH ANNIVERSARY

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                          HON. MIKE GALLAGHER

                              of wisconsin

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, July 11, 2023

  Mr. GALLAGHER. Mr. Speaker, today I rise today to recognize Bethany 
Nursing Home in Waupaca for the celebration of their 125th anniversary.
  Bethany Nursing Home boasts a rich history of care and service dating 
back to the 1890s. The organization began under the name Bethania 
Bornerjem, Danish for ``Bethany Children's Home'', and specialized in 
providing a home to orphans. In 1954, the organization changed their 
mission and became a retirement home starting out with 18 residents.
  Since then, Bethany Nursing Home has seen impressive growth with the 
constant additions of staff, as well as consistent improvements and 
expansions. The home now features 100 skilled nursing home beds, 49 
assisted living rooms, 40 assisted living apartments, 41 independent 
living units, and even a retreat house for family and friends. The 
nursing home offers a variety of care options including independent 
living, assisted living, skilled nursing, and rehabilitation. In 2013 
the home opened the state of the art ``Springs Wellness Center'' that 
features many amenities including computerized strength training 
machines, an aerobic and dance studio, a walking trail along the 
beautiful Crystal River, and more.
  Bethany Nursing Home works hard to offer numerous services to their 
residents including cooking demonstrations, support groups, guest 
speakers, educational and fitness classes, and volunteer 
opportunities--the engagement and services provided are remarkable and 
truly provide a great all-around experience. Bethany Nursing Home 
provides unique care by bringing all the area churches together to work 
closely to provide expert care for all residents of different faiths 
and backgrounds.
  I want to thank all staff involved for providing such excellent 
service to the residents and I want to congratulate Bethany Nursing 
Home on reaching this impressive milestone. I wish them prosperity and 
continued success for many more years to come.

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