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Celebrating 50 Years: Watch What You Make Possible
Check out this video celebrating Capitol Lakes' 50 years of service to older adults, and learn the positive difference your support makes throughout our community.


Postage with a Purpose
In today’s world, every little effort counts. Thanks to the kindness of supporters like you, the Foundation can make smart investments that truly help residents and the wider community. Read on to learn one impactful investment the Capitol Lakes Foundation can make because people like you.


Rhythms of Joy and Memory
Thanks to your generous support, Capitol Lakes residents in Assisted Living and the Health Center are regularly uplifted through the transformative power of music.


Sound Investments: New Acoustic Tiles Result in Better Dinner Conversations
Dining at Capitol Lakes’ renowned restaurant, Seasons, has always been a treat for residents, who frequently praise the top-notch food. Yet, one persistent issue has been the difficulty in hearing each other amidst the vibrant atmosphere. Learn how, thanks to your support, the conversations at Seasons are now as enjoyable as the cuisine.


Making a Name (Tag) for Ourselves: Your Support Allows Dining Services Investment
Your support is making improvements in dining services that are subtly, but significantly, important for residents and guests.


Praise for Tech Support at Capitol Lakes
Thanks to you, we can continue to provide free tech support to residents. Read some of the feedback we've received from residents on this important program.


Capitol Lakes Community Read 2025: "Lab Girl" Explores Nature and Relationships
Thanks to your support, in 2025 we could once again fund Capitol Lakes Community Read. This program, held between late January and mid-March, transforms cold months into a shared experience filled with conversation and connection.


Administrator in Training Stipend Encourages Future Long-Term Care Leaders
Learn how your support allows us to nurture future leaders in long-term healthcare.


Cycling without Age: Making the Impossible, Possible
Learn how your gifts, which allow the CL Foundation to maintain our rickshaw, are making a difference for residents like Professor Casey.


Music Therapy Continues Impact
One year ago your support allowed us to begin funding music therapy for Capitol Lakes residents. Read more about the impact of the program.


Answering the Call: Helping the Welcome Committee Support New Residents
Learn how your gifts are making a difference for the newest residents at Capitol Lakes!


A Journey Toward Understanding: Michelle Cloud Lecture
Thanks to your generous donations, the CL Foundation is able to support events, lectures, and learning opportunities for residents.


The Methodist Church Provides a Firm Foundation
Ever wonder about the origins of Capitol Lakes? Learn the connection to the Methodist Church and how pastoral care continues thanks to you.


Watch how you kept faith in 2024
Watch this video to see how you kept faith with Capitol Lakes residents and staff in 2024


Capitol Lakes Staff Learn Through Interprofessional Post-Acute Care Education
Get an update on the Interprofessional Post-Acute Care Education program and hear from our Health Center Administrator.


Free Drop-In Tech Support "Has become indispensable"
Read the results of the satisfaction survey we send each week to those residents who use our FREE drop-in IT support service.


Ping Pong Table Finds Forever Home
The ping pong table has finally found it’s forever home. Learn what it means for residents, their families, PT patients, and our staff.


Every Voice Music Services Presentation: The Benefits of Music on the Mind, Body, & Spirit
Thanks to you, Every Voice Music Services was able to provide a presentation on the benefits music can have on the brain, body, and spirit.


Capitol Lakes Community Read: Then & Now
An outgrowth of a pandemic era program, Capitol Lakes Community Read is now an annual event that many residents enjoy.


Thank You, Madison Community Foundation!
Thanks to Alison Helland with MCF who recently came to CL to share information on charitable giving strategies. Read on to learn more!
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