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Socially Distanced But Not Disconnected: Adapting in a Pandemic

Administration Addressing a global pandemic Throughout 2020, Leadership at The Forest stayed on top of fluid restrictions handed down from the government at the federal, state, and local levels. Decisions …

Smooth Operator: Emily Steiskal’s Determined Climb to the Top

“There’s an old saying that my grandfather and father both raised me with,” says Emily Steiskal, General Services Administrative Assistant. “’Fool me once, shame on you; fool me twice, shame …

A Mile in Their Shoes: Celebrating Tara Lemus’s Contributions to The Forest

Tara Lemus, Health & Wellness Lead Receptionist, is an individual one might call a “Jill of all trades.” A Forest team member for nearly two decades, she has filled many …

As Fate Would Have It

“The highlight of my day is getting to go to my beautiful home, kick back, and enjoy my life with my wife,” Steve Williams, Maintenance Supervisor says. “Regardless of whether …

Serving a Greater Purpose: Forest Dining in the Era of COVID-19

When the COVID-19 pandemic reached North Carolina in March 2020, The Forest at Duke quickly initiated a set of precautionary measures, with a clear intention of keeping the continuing care …

Along for the Ride: Forest Cyclists on the Go

Residents of The Forest at Duke are nothing if not active. Whether hiking, dancing, running, or perfecting yoga asanas, each one is redefining retirement in their own way. It should …

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