Inside Cedar
Get a closer look at the people, experiences, and connections that make Cedar Community home.
From resident and family stories to thoughtful guidance, community happenings, and perspectives on living fully, Inside Cedar shares the stories behind life at Cedar Community.
A Career That Leads Home: Joanne Bodien’s Full-Circle Story
For Joanne Bodien, Cedar Community has been part of her life for more than four decades. She first came to Cedar in 1984 as a physical therapist, eventually helping grow...
Senior Living Is Becoming a Lifestyle Choice
More adults 55 and better are choosing senior living communities earlier, not because they have to move, but because they want more connection, convenience, wellness, and freedom...
The Best of Both Worlds
After 49 years of marriage, Alan and Jean Hilgeman are enjoying two very different ways of living. Their home at St. John’s on the Lake keeps them connected to the energy and...
From Recycled Bags to Purpose and Connection
On Monday mornings at Cedar Community’s Cedar Ridge Campus, a group of residents gathers around tables in the Bistro to flatten, cut, knot, and crochet plastic grocery bags into...
The Importance of Family and Traditions
Every Wednesday, Mary Stodola’s apartment at Cedar Community’s Cedar Ridge Campus fills with laughter, conversation, and memories as her siblings gather for lunch. For the Baldus...
Meet Rae Sanders: An Adventurous Life Continues at Cedar Community
Rae Sanders has never been one to shy away from a new adventure. From psychiatric nursing and healthcare leadership to solo travel in Alaska, Space Camp, whitewater rafting, Indy...
Volunteering, Friendship, and Family at Cedar Community
For Linda Viesselmann and her daughter, Sherry, Cedar Community has become much more than a place to live. It’s where family connections continue, new friendships are formed, and...
More Than Healthcare: The Variety of Jobs in Senior Living
When people think about working in a senior living community, careers in nursing, caregiving, rehabilitation, and other medical fields are often the first that come to mind....
A 59-Year Adventure: Otto and Kay Peña
For nearly 10 years, Otto and Kay Peña have called Cedar Community home, enjoying independent living in a Village Home on the Cedar Lake Campus. Their life together has included...
There’s a Waitlist… Because Good Things Are Worth Planning For
A senior living waitlist may sound like a reason to put off your plans. In reality, joining a waitlist can be an important part of planning ahead, giving you more time and...
Destination: Cedar Community, From Alaska
After 26 years in Alaska, Bob and Kate Brennan were ready for their next adventure. Their search for a faith-based senior living community with a continuum of care ultimately led...
Cedar Community Named a 2026 Best Senior Living Community by U.S. News & World Report
Updated September 13, 2026 Cedar Community has been recognized nationally by U.S. News & World Report as a 2026 Best Senior Living Community, earning distinctions across...