St. Catherine’s Village Hosts A Job Fair

St. Catherine’s Village is hosting a Job Fair on Wednesday, March 4th from 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. and from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. We’re looking for individuals to join our new Forefront food service team to fill openings including general manager, executive chef, resident experience manager, full-time baker, full-time cook, full-time sous, café grill cook, and full- and part-time servers.

Forefront Healthcare is unique, experienced and specialized in serving senior living communities. With finely tailored, high-quality culinary and support services, the company helps its partners elevate the patient and resident experience. Furthermore, Forefront’s commitment to employee growth, well-being and success is the cornerstone of its vibrant and inclusive workplace.

Advance your career with a company that has been named one of the “Best Places To Work” by Modern Healthcare for four years straight and was also named to Inc. magazine’s Best Workplaces list in 2025.

Click here to see full job descriptions.

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Alzheimer’s/Dementia March 2026 Caregiver Support Group

Free Alzheimer’s/Dementia Monthly Caregiver Support Group

Join Us On Wednesday, March 18th

Topic: Communication and Behaviors 

Speakers: Kristen White, LMSW Program Manager for the Alzheimer’s Association


St. Catherine’s Village will be hosting an Alzheimer’s/Dementia Caregiver
Support Group on the third Wednesday of each month
11:00 am-12:30 pm at Campbell Cove
Lunch provided

Call (601) 856-0123 or email cynthia.armstrong@fmolhs.org

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St. Catherine’s Village Welcomes New Medical Director

St. Catherine’s Village is excited to announce the addition of Dr. William Loper as the senior living community’s new medical director.

A native of Jackson, Mississippi, Dr. Loper is a graduate of the University of Mississippi School of Medicine and adds a wealth of experience to St. Catherine’s Village. Board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine, he specializes in adults over 65 and brings not only clinical expertise but a deep understanding of the dignity, respect and personalized attention seniors deserve. Throughout his career, he has served on numerous boards and has held several leadership roles at St. Dominic Hospital, including as Chief of Staff. His leadership further strengthens St. Catherine’s Village’s mission to provide peace of mind as an all-inclusive Life Plan Community.

As a ministry of St. Dominc Health, St. Catherine’s Village serves the aging population of Mississippi with a 160-acre campus in Madison. Here, a full continuum of care is available with independent living in garden homes and apartments, assisted living in Marian Hall, memory care in Campbell Cove, and skilled nursing in Hughes Center, Siena Center and Tuscany. The award-winning property is Mississippi’s first Continuing Care Retirement Community to earn accreditation by CARF-CCAC, an independent, nonprofit accreditor of health and human services working to advance excellence in the senior living industry.

Residents who enter St. Catherine’s Village as part of its Life Plan program are guaranteed lifetime housing and care as they age, even as their needs change. With a one-time entrance investment and all-inclusive monthly service fees, residents can move seamlessly from one care level to another without having to leave the community and connections they’ve come to know and love.

Service at St. Catherine’s Village reflects the organizations core values of reverence and love for all of life, joyfulness of spirit, humility, and justice. Care focuses on every dimension of well-being—not only physical wellness but also mental health, social networking, intellectual growth, and spiritual support. This wholistic approach has contributed to the senior living community’s continued success for more than 35 years and its rave resident reviews. In fact, in several instances, multiple generations of families have called St. Catherine’s Village home.

As Madison’s preeminent Life Plan Community, St. Catherine’s Village offers the right care at the right time within an uplifting, mission-driven environment.

Independent Living

Garden homes and apartments on the St. Catherine’s Village campus offer completely maintenance-free living plus housekeeping and linen services. Flexible dining plans allow residents to come together while activities like music, art, exercise, devotion, and worship provide additional opportunities to connect every day.

Assisted Living

At Marian Hall, personalized care supports independence while surrounding residents with warmth, understanding and respect. Days are enriched with social activities, meaningful relationships, and gentle guidance from caring professionals.

Memory Care

Campbell Cove’s award-winning memory care offers comforting routines, enriching activities and sensory experiences designed to spark engagement and ease anxiety.

Skilled Nursing

When round-the-clock assistance is needed, Siena Center, Tuscany and Hughes Center offer options for person-centered care where individualized plans honor each person’s social, intellectual, spiritual, and physical needs so that residents feel protected and respected.

Outside, St. Catherine’s Village boasts a heavily wooded campus filled with lush landscaping, mature trees, walking paths, sparkling ponds, and outdoor amenities, making it a beautiful oasis for a relaxing retirement lifestyle.

For more information on senior living at St. Catherine’s Village Life Plan Community, visit www.StCatherinesVillage.com or call (601) 856-0123 to schedule a tour.

Alzheimer’s/Dementia February 2026 Caregiver Support Group

Free Alzheimer’s/Dementia Monthly Caregiver Support Group

Join Us On Wednesday, February 18th

Topic: Self-care Tips For Dementia Caregivers

Speakers: Erin Pittman, LCSW | Social Worker, The MIND Center at UMMC
& Sue Ann Meng, LCSW | Social Worker, The MIND Center at UMMC


St. Catherine’s Village will be hosting an Alzheimer’s/Dementia Caregiver
Support Group on the third Wednesday of each month
11:00 am-12:30 pm at Campbell Cove
Lunch provided

Call (601) 856-0123 or email cynthia.armstrong@fmolhs.org

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Alzheimer’s/Dementia January 2026 Caregiver Support Group

Free Alzheimer’s/Dementia Monthly Caregiver Support Group

Join Us On Wednesday, January 21st


St. Catherine’s Village will be hosting an Alzheimer’s/Dementia Caregiver
Support Group on the third Wednesday of each month
11:00 am-12:30 pm at Campbell Cove
Lunch provided

Call (601) 856-0123 or email cynthia.armstrong@fmolhs.org

READ MORE HERE

 

Memory Care Limited-Time Special

Alzheimer’s/Dementia October 2025 Caregiver Support Group

Free Alzheimer’s/Dementia Monthly Caregiver Support Group

Join Us On Wednesday, October 15th
Topic: Managing Challenging Behaviors
Speaker(s):
Sue Ann Meng, LCSW, Social Worker, The MIND Center at UMMC
Erin Pittman, LMSW, Social Worker, The MIND Center at UMMC


St. Catherine’s Village will be hosting an Alzheimer’s/Dementia Caregiver
Support Group on the third Wednesday of each month
11:00 am-12:30 pm at Campbell Cove
Lunch provided

Call (601) 856-0123 or email cynthia.armstrong@fmolhs.org

READ MORE HERE

 

Couple Celebrates 75 Years Of Marriage At St. Catherine’s Village

“When you know, you know.” That’s how David Keith described his whirlwind romance with his wife Dorothy. The couple met when he was a 22-year-old college student and she was 19, living nearby with her sister. Now, the St. Catherine’s Village residents are celebrating their 75th wedding anniversary.

“David asked me to dance and that was all it took,” Mrs. Keith recalled. Though the two arrived at the dance separately, by the end of the evening they were inseparable. “We went out almost every night after that and three months later we were married.”

After graduation, Mr. Keith received job offers from across the country. Yet he chose a position with the telephone company in Natchez because, as he explained, he had “married a Mississippi girl.”

As their family grew, the Keiths moved around the state, settling in Jackson not once but three times, then in Madison. They raised two daughters in Mississippi and have been blessed with five grandchildren and five great grandchildren.

During their retirement, the couple reached a point where they were ready for a new home and a more carefree lifestyle…one that would offer peace of mind, a sense of community, and allowed them to stay in the area they loved. They found exactly what they were looking for in Madison—St. Catherine’s Village. The all-inclusive, Life Plan Community provides the right care at the right time through independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing all in a protected and picturesque, 160-acre wooded setting.

“When it’s meant to be, it’s meant to be,” said Mr. Keith, referring to not only his marriage but also to their decision to move to St. Catherine’s Village more than a decade ago. “God put the right place in our lives.” To this day, the couple enjoy their independent living apartment and the activities available on the senior living campus.

The Keiths are the longest married couple to have resided at St. Catherine’s Village. And now their daughter and her husband also have a residence at the community, making it feel even more like home.

When reflecting on her 75 years of marriage, Mrs. Keith offered this simple yet profound advice: “Be a little flexible, that’s the secret.”

For more information on  senior living options at St. Catherine’s Village Life Plan Community, log onto www.StCatherinesVillage.com or call (601) 856-0123 to schedule a tour.

Alzheimer’s/Dementia September 2025 Caregiver Support Group

Free Alzheimer’s/Dementia Monthly Caregiver Support Group

Join Us On Wednesday, September 17th
Topic: Medications for Dementia and Their Effectiveness
Speaker: Dr. Randy Pittman, Pharmacist


St. Catherine’s Village will be hosting an Alzheimer’s/Dementia Caregiver
Support Group on the third Wednesday of each month
11:00 am-12:30 pm at Campbell Cove
Lunch provided

Call (601) 856-0123 or email cynthia.armstrong@fmolhs.org

READ MORE HERE

 

Life Care Communities Support Senior Wellness And Fulfillment

August is National Wellness Month, a time dedicated to promoting self-care, healthy routines and overall well-being. Reflecting on how to maintain lasting wellness, one innovative model stands out: Life Plan communities. These senior living options offer older adults a blend of independence, care and opportunities for holistic support.

In Madison, Mississippi’s preeminent all-inclusive Life Plan community is St. Catherine’s Village, where a continuum of care—independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing—are all located on one incredible 160-acre campus. This means that residents can remain in familiar surroundings even as their health needs change, reducing the stress of relocating and providing peace of mind for both individuals and their families.

However, Life Plan communities are more than just living solutions designed to help residents age in place with confidence. At their core, they focus on supporting every dimension of wellness: physical, emotional, social, intellectual, and spiritual.

Physical Wellness And Preventative Care
Like most Life Plan communities, St. Catherine’s Village emphasizes active living. A fitness center, heated indoor swimming pool, and outdoor walking trails are available for residents to use as they are able. In addition, professionals specialized in fitness for seniors regularly lead exercise and wellness classes. On-site medical services and preventative care programs make it easier for individuals to manage chronic conditions and proactively maintain their health.

Social Connections And Mental Health
Loneliness and isolation can have serious effects on mental and physical health, particularly for seniors. Fortunately, Life Plan communities provide a built-in social network. At St. Catherine’s Village, daily activities, clubs, volunteer opportunities, and communal dining keep residents connected and engaged. Strong social ties have been linked to lower rates of depression, improved cognition and even longer lifespans.

Lifelong Learning And Intellectual Growth
A key factor in overall wellness is intellectual stimulation—a key focus for Life Plan communities. Whether through guest speakers, a book club, creative arts programs, gardening, music, or games, St. Catherine’s Village presents occasions for residents to challenge their minds and explore new interests. This engaging environment encourages curiosity and helps keep cognitive functions sharp.

Emotional And Spiritual Support
For emotional and spiritual well-being, St. Catherine’s Village features a chapel with Catholic and Protestant services along with bible study groups and access to additional resources. This holistic approach allows residents to more comfortably navigate transitions, process grief, and find meaning and purpose in daily life.

Peace Of Mind For The Future
A sense of security is one of the most powerful benefits of a Life Plan community, contributing to reduced stress and greater overall contentment. Knowing that care options are available, whether needed now or later, gives residents and their families confidence in their future. At St. Catherine’s Village, independent living is available in apartments and garden homes, assisted living in Marian Hall, memory care in Campbell Cove, and skilled nursing in Hughes Center, Siena Center and Tuscany.

Life Plan communities not only promote personal well-being but also model what it means to care for a whole person—body, mind and spirit. To learn how thoughtful design, integrated services, and supportive relationships can help seniors thrive at St. Catherine’s Village, schedule a personal tour. Visit www.StCatherinesVillage.com or call (601) 856-0123.