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Spring Into Better Health | May 15th

March 25, 2024

Event Details Join us for a FREE 55+ community health fair! There will be 30+ healthcare and wellbeing vendors, presentations, senior resources, and free blood pressure checks. A continental breakfast and box lunch to-go are included! For more details and to register, click here. Presentations: 9:15-10:00 AM  “How Sweet Are You” Presenter: Aurora Health Care […]

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Foundation Fun Day Grilled Cheese & Tomato Soup Fundraiser | February 9th

January 30, 2024

ABOUT THE EVENT: VMP Foundation will be hosting a fundraiser selling the ultimate comfort foods-grilled cheese sandwiches and tomato soup! Grilled cheese sandwiches will be $5. The grilled cheese and tomato soup combo will be $6. All proceeds benefit VMP’s residents and employees. Please call Jennifer Klar at (414) 607-4274 with any questions. TIME: Friday, […]

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Movement is Medicine | November 9th

October 27, 2023

Movement is Medicine As a part of our Be a Light Resource Series, Movement is Medicine is a free event that is open to the public. Learn the positive impact movement can have to prevent and/or lessen the effects of Parkinson’s Disease. Please plan to participate. Wear comfortable clothes and shoes.   SPEAKER: Kate Mann, […]

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Village Bazaar | November 4th

October 23, 2023

About the Event Explore an assortment of crafted talents available for purchase including holiday gifts, jewelry, woodcarvings and so much more at this year’s Village Bazaar. We are excited to welcome over 30 vendors from the West Allis community to sell items. When: Saturday, November 4th | 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM Where: Wesley Park, […]

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Be a Light Luminary & Harvest Festival | October 19th

September 22, 2023

About the Event Join VMP Healthcare & Community Living for its 4th annual Be a Light Luminary and Harvest Festival. This evening will be filled with hundreds of handcrafted luminaries, music, food, games, and fun! This free event is fun for the whole family! Please bring a non-perishable food item as a donation to Hunger […]

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The Essential Houdini | October 13th

September 16, 2023

As a part of our Be a Light Resource Series, The Essential Houdini is a free event that is open to the public. Experience magic right in front of your eyes!   The Essential Houdini The true stories of Houdini – the American self-liberator, Europe’s eclipsing sensation, World’s handcuff king, Exposer of fraud, Original prison […]

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Foundation Fun Day Burger Bar | September 27th

September 8, 2023

ABOUT THE EVENT Residents, staff, families, and members of the community are invited to a monthly Foundation Fun Day event. For the month of September, VMP is hosting a Burger Bar on September 27th from 11-1. Stop in to get yourself a freshly grilled burger with your choice of toppings.  All the proceeds benefit VMP […]

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Walk to End Alzheimer’s | September 15th

August 28, 2023

ABOUT THE EVENT Residents, staff, families, and members of the community are invited to support Team VMPcares for our campus Walk to End Alzheimer’s on Friday, September 15th. Please join us any time between 10:30 AM and noon to walk around our campus which is bordered by 84th/Beloit/and Oklahoma (about 1 mile). Ronald Reagan High […]

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VMP’s Corn Roast Fundraiser in the News!

August 11, 2023

On August 8th, 2023, VMP Healthcare and Community Living was featured on TMJ4 News for hosting a corn roast fundraiser benefitting another nonprofit dear to them- the Alzheimer’s Association. VMP has a yearly goal of raising $3000 for the Association and this annual corn roast event is a large part of meeting that goal. Click […]

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Rummage Sale | August 25th & 26th

July 25, 2023

ABOUT THE EVENT Help support VMP Foundation by attending our community rummage sale. Furniture (dressers, end tables, lamps, etc.), decor, clothing, and much more will be sold at bargain prices. All proceeds will benefit the West Allis senior community. TIMES: Aug 25th from 9:00 AM-4:00 PM Aug 26th from 9:00 AM-1:00 PM LOCATION: Wesley Park’s […]

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Corn Roast Fundraiser | Aug. 8th

July 25, 2023

Join VMP for a Corn Roast Fundraiser to support the Alzheimer’s Association! Corn options will include Corn on the Cob, Mexican Corn, and Corn in a Cup. Stop by the Aurora Clinic Parking Lot at 8520 W. Oklahoma Ave from 10:30 am – 1:00 pm on August 8th. This delicious treat is available to the […]

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Ice Cream Social & Open House | July 20th

June 29, 2023

July is National Ice Cream Month, so what better way to celebrate than with an ice cream social? Adding to the fun this afternoon is Easy Days Quartet to sing you some lovely tunes. Invite family or friends who might be interested in VMP’s Senior Community Club or Independent Living. Tours of apartment models and […]

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Asahi Workshops and Training | July 15th & 16th

June 12, 2023

What is Asahi? Asahi is a very gentle, safe, and effective form of health exercise developed in Finland. Asahi’s main goal is to promote health, functionality, and general well-being for as long as possible. By practicing you can improve muscle tone, nerve and metabolic activity, and your state of mind. Click here to watch an […]

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Foundation Fun Day Bake Sale | Wednesday June 21st | 10 AM-12 PM

June 7, 2023

Foundation Fun Day Bake Sale Wednesday, June 21st | 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM Locations: 8621 W. Beloit Road, West Allis | Wesley Park Commons Area 3023 S 84th St, West Allis | Palmer House Atrium   An occasion to feed your sweet tooth on the first day of summer! Stop by to pick up […]

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Alzheimer’s Popcorn Sale | June 15th & 16th | 1:00-3:00 PM

June 7, 2023

June is Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month. To raise funds and grow awareness for the Alzheimer’s Association, VMP is hosting an Alzheimer’s popcorn sale on June 15th and 16th. 100% of the proceeds will benefit the Alzheimer’s Association in their fight against the disease. Mark your calendars and come show your support! When/Where to get […]

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Spring Into Better Health | May 10th

April 11, 2023

Join us for a FREE 55+ community health fair! There will be FREE health screenings, vendors, presentations, and community partners covering all aspects of health and well-being. A FREE continental breakfast and box lunch will also be provided to attendees! For more details and to register, click here. When is the event?    Wednesday, May […]

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Foundation Friday | March 17th | 11am – 1pm

March 1, 2023

Foundation Friday | Baked Potato Fundraiser 50/50 Raffle | $10 Tickets Friday, March 17th | 11am – 1pm 3023 S. 84th Street | Palmer House Atrium Fuel your famine this St. Patty’s Day with a loaded baked potato for $5! All proceeds benefit the Employee Benevolence Fund through VMP Foundation. Contact Jennifer Klar at (414) 607-4274 with questions.

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Discover Hidden Water Stories – March 22nd 1:30-2:30pm

February 15, 2023

Be a Light Resource Series: Discover Hidden Water Stories presented by Michael Timm with Reflo Wednesday, March 22nd | 1:30 – 2:30pm 8621 W. Beloit Road, West Allis | Wesley Park Conference Room Discover how water flowed through the Milwaukee area prior to the 1800s and how our relationship to water has changed over time […]

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Foundation Fun Day | Feb. 14th | 11am – 1pm

February 9, 2023

Foundation Fun Day | Walking Taco & Bake Sale Tuesday, February 14th | 11am – 1pm 3023 S. 84th Street | Palmer House Atrium Spread the love this Valentine’s Day at Foundation Fun Day! Enjoy a walking taco or a sweet treat as VMP Foundation raises money for the Greatest Needs Fund. Walking tacos are […]

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Village Voice Winter 2023

January 30, 2023

The Village Voice is a bi-annual newsletter published by VMP Healthcare & Community Living. This newsletter contains a message from our President/CEO and a VMP Foundation update from our new Foundation President. From there it discusses event, programs, and updates on the VMP campus within the last few months. Thank you for reading and if […]

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Foundation Friday | Jan 20 | 11am – 1pm

January 12, 2023

Foundation Friday | Chili Lunch Friday, December 20th | 11am – 1pm Palmer House Atrium Join VMP for a lunch that gives back! Stay warm this Foundation Friday with a Chili Lunch as we raise money for the Employee Benevolence Fund. Chili (toppings included) will be $4 per bowl. This event is open to the […]

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Foundation Friday | Dec 16 | 10am – 2pm

December 6, 2022

Foundation Friday | Hot Dog Meal Deal & Bake Sale Friday, December 16th | 10am – 2pm Palmer House Atrium Join VMP for the first Foundation Friday on December 16th from 10am – 2pm in the Palmer House atrium. Foundation Friday is a monthly event that raises money for the VMP Community – this month […]

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Getting Your Affairs in Order | November 16th 1:30pm – 2:30pm

November 10, 2022

Be a Light Resource Series: Getting Your Affairs in Order with Megann Hendrix Wednesday, November 16th | 1:30pm – 2:30pm 8621 W. Beloit Road, West Allis | Wesley Park Conference Room Join Megann Hendrix, Partner at MacGillis Wiemer LLC, as she covers an overview of estate planning, including the importance of powers of attorney and […]

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COVID-19, November 1 2022 Update

November 1, 2022

November 1, 2022 The CDC and CMS have made recent changes to the expectations related to Covid-19 screening, testing and PPE in senior living settings. Employees and visitors are no longer required to sign-in at the Accushield. We do ask that all visitors sign-in at either the Communication Center or Maplewood front desk prior to […]

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VMP on The Sunday Sip

October 17, 2022

On Sunday, October 16th VMP Healthcare & Community Living joined WTMJ 620AM and Hunger Task Force on The Sunday Sip to discuss Be a Light Luminary & Harvest Festival. Join VMP at Be a Light on Thursday, October 20th from 4-7pm to experience hundreds of glowing luminaries, music, food, and fun! VMP is partnering with […]

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Be a Light Luminary & Harvest Festival October 20th, 4-7pm

September 30, 2022

Be a Light Luminary & Harvest Festival Thursday, October 20th | 4:00-7:00pm – 3023 S. 84th Street Join VMP Healthcare & Community Living for an evening filled with hundreds of handcrafted luminaries, music, food, games, and fun! This free event is fun for the whole family! Please bring a non-perishable food item as a donation […]

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Medicare 101 | Wed. September 28th 1:30pm – 2:30pm

September 28, 2022

Be a Light Resource Series: Medicare 101 Wednesday, September 28th | 1:30pm – 2:30pm 8621 W. Beloit Road, West Allis | Wesley Park Conference Room Join VMP Healthcare & Community Living for the Milwaukee County Department of Health & Human Services’ presentation on the basics of Medicare. This is a no sales, no insurance program. […]

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VMP Campus Walk to End Alzheimer’s | Fri. September 16th | 10AM

September 8, 2022

Friday, September 16th, 10:00am – 12:30pm VMP Employee Parking Lot (Corner of Beloit & 84th Street) Residents, family, staff, and friends are invited to our annual VMP Campus Walk to End Alzheimer’s! We are going to Walk a Mile in Their Shoes to raise funds for Team VMPcares Walk Against Alzheimer’s. Join us at 10:00am […]

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COVID-19, August 23 2022 Update

August 23, 2022

August 23, 2022 We continue to watch our positive COVID-19 cases here at VMP Healthcare & Community Living decline each week. Although very low numbers, both positive employee and resident tests have been seen throughout the month.  All employees, regardless of vaccination status, are tested twice weekly in accordance with CMS and CDC guidelines.  If […]

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VMP Sponsors Milwaukee Senior Softball League

August 22, 2022

VMP’s slogan “You’re Never Too Old To Play” reigns true in these pieces by TMJ 4 and CBS 58. We are happy to have the VMP Foundation once again sponsoring the Milwaukee 65+ Senior Softball League. Check out how VMP stays involved through partnerships in our West Allis – Milwaukee community by clicking the links […]

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Corn Roast Fundraiser | Aug. 24th | 10:30am-1:00pm

August 11, 2022

Join us for this A-MAZIE-ING fundraiser for the Alzheimer’s Association! Badger Corn is partnering with VMP to provide Corn on the Cob, Mexican Corn, and Corn in a Cup! Stop on by the Aurora Clinic Parking Lot at 8520 W. Oklahoma Ave from 10:30am – 1:00pm on August 24th. This delicious treat is available to […]

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COVID-19, July 21 2022 Update

July 21, 2022

July 21, 2022 While numbers seem to have declined here at VMP Healthcare & Community Living, positive COVID-19 cases are still present in our community. Both positive employee and resident cases had been seen throughout the entire VMP community.  Testing of all employees regardless of vaccination status continues bi-weekly following the CMS and CDC guidelines.  […]

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Village Voice Summer 2022

July 6, 2022

The Village Voice is a bi-annual newsletter published by VMP Healthcare & Community Living. This newsletter contains a message from our President/CEO and a Foundation update. It also discusses our connection to the West Allis community, our volunteers, and our campus. Lastly, it goes over our new Mission, Vision, and Values as well as a […]

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COVID 19, June 22 2022 Update

June 22, 2022

June 22, 2022 As of today, we have seen positive resident cases in our Independent Living and Healthcare Center. Positive employee cases have been seen throughout the VMP community.  We have increased employee testing of all employees to bi-weekly following the CMS and CDC guidelines.  If a positive test occurs, we will conduct contact tracing […]

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Be a Light Resource Series: Ballot Box Confusion | June 29th 1:30-2:30pm

June 2, 2022

Join us Wednesday, June 29th from 1:30-2:30pm at 8536 W. Oklahoma Ave., West Allis. VMP Healthcare & Community Living will be hosting a series on Ballot Box Confusion in the Wesley Park Conference Room. Learn about the changes regarding voting such as; drop boxes, absentee ballots, and how these new policies will affect your ability […]

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COVID-19, May 20, 2022 Update

May 20, 2022

May 20, 2022 Unfortunately, spring blooms have also brought a surge in new COVID-19 cases.   Currently, we have seen positive resident cases in our Independent Living and a handful of positive employee cases throughout the VMP community.  We have increased employee testing of exempt employees to bi-weekly following the CMS and CDC guidelines.  If a […]

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COVID-19, April 22, 2022 Update

April 22, 2022

April 22, 2022 We continue to monitor the ever-changing face of COVID-19. Currently, we do not have any positive resident or employee cases within the VMP community. We complete employee testing of exempt employees weekly. If a positive test occurs, we will conduct contact tracing to determine exposure risk, any needed quarantining and follow-up testing. […]

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Pancake Breakfast & Open House | April 29th 2022 | 8:30am-10:30am

April 7, 2022

VMP Healthcare & Community Living is hosting a Pancake Breakfast Open House on Friday, April 29th from 8:30am – 10:30am. Are you or a loved one looking for a friendly, dynamic, independent living community? VMP Healthcare & Community Living is the perfect choice for you! Our wide range of amenities such as our bistro, library, […]

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On-Site Hiring Event | Tuesday, April 5th | 10am-3pm

March 28, 2022

VMP Healthcare & Community Living’s On-Site Hiring Fair will be held Tuesday, April 5th from 10am-3pm at 3023 S. 84th Street, West Allis, WI. Join VMP to learn more about our community, discover open positions, apply, and interview! As a continuum of care, VMP specializes in expert medical care and community living for seniors at […]

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