Wellness

A holistic commitment to well-being

At Givens Aldersgate, we take a holistic approach to wellness, supporting residents at every stage of life. Our Wellness Department offers inclusive programs, modern facilities, and personalized opportunities that promote physical, mental, and social well-being. Through strong partnerships with British Swim School and Functional Pathways, residents enjoy a seamless continuum of care and complimentary access to programs that support a vibrant, active lifestyle.

Physical

Experience the joys of the great outdoors on our expansive campus, featuring miles of walking and biking trails where some residents walk two to three times a day! Optimize your wellness at the Givens Aldersgate Wellness Center or take care of yourself in our year-round indoor swimming pool and spa. Some residents take advantage of the several golf courses just minutes away while others remain on campus to enjoy classes with our certified exercise instructors. Givens Aldersgate has many wellness options!

Social

Connections to friends, old and new, come naturally through interactions on campus in gathering areas and dining venues, and by participation in a multitude of planned activities that connect with mind, body, and spirit—extending life and vitality.

Emotional

We encourage a positive aging mindset and actively challenge unquestioned and ageist perceptions people hold toward elders and even toward themselves. We create an opportunity for residents to pursue meaning and connection at every turn.

Environmental

More than 81 acres of our campus are set aside as a nature preserve, which serves as home to wild deer, birds and other woodland creatures. We have leased seven acres to the Carolina Farm Trust to operate our urban farm and make more fresh produce available to our local community.

Spiritual

Givens Aldersgate is an open, faith-based community. While founded by the Methodist Church, we welcome all faiths and philosophies. We embrace values of diversity, inclusion and equity, including racial justice and Black Lives Matter.

Financial

As a non-profit organization, Givens Aldersgate is committed to responsible fiscal stewardship. The all-inclusive lifestyle choices and continuum of care provide invaluable peace of mind for our residents.

Intellectual

Givens Aldersgate offers educational opportunities, clubs, excursions, culture and a community of like-minded residents that provide curiosity and intellectual growth.

Vocational

With six non-profits within Givens Aldersgate and our outreach to the local community, we encourage our residents to bring their gifts to our community and to get involved in new and exciting pursuits.

Experience Givens Aldersgate Wellness

The Body Shop

We provide exercise equipment for cardio and strength training, weights, ellipticals, treadmills, and stationary and recumbent bikes—including NuSteps and Keiser. Our team members can tailor fitness options to your abilities and goals.

Fitness Classes

Givens Aldersgate’s Functional Strength and Functional Stretching combine strength, flexibility, and balance with fun, social interaction! 

Healthy Menus

Eating healthy is easy when you have lots of options to choose from. Our menus offer a variety of lean proteins, fresh veggies, salads and fruits. Plus, we can accommodate many special dietary needs with advanced notice.

Pool & Spa

Our pool is designated therapeutic at a perfect 86 degrees or slightly warmer. It’s ideal for all forms of water therapies and exercise, including Aerobic Aquacize, arthritis sessions, supervised swim times and water-walking sessions. Relax in our hot tub/spa!

Outdoor

Miles of walking and biking trails are just outside your door, and take a stroll around the lake. Plus, enjoy our bocce ball court, kid’s playground, resident garden and off-leash dog park.

Director of Wellness

Lisa Hunter