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 …
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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 …
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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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A Forest Jewel: Robyn Sloan’s Headlong Jump into the Art of Stained Glass
From the time that she was a young girl growing up in Syracuse, New York, Forest resident Robyn Sloan always felt a compelling attraction to nature – a fascination that …
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Ripple Effect: Vic Moore’s Inspirational Influence in Durham
Forest resident Vic Moore has an unassuming presence. Though he has much to say and many important stories to tell, he often remains quiet so that others may speak. The …
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Historian in the Making: How Jean Anderson Discovered a Passion for the Past
When it comes to the history of Durham County, few people know the ins and outs better than Forest resident Jean Bradley Anderson. Born in Philadelphia in 1924, Jean grew …
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