Have you noticed how beautiful the dining room, 'living room,' library, conference room, and all the rest of the building have become? The new furnishings, decorations and plants have given the area a homey look, warm and inviting. 

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And the outside areas are also quite lovely and appealing.

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Lets all say 'Thank You' and give a big round of applause to our Executive Director, her staff and all the volunteers who have had a hand in making such lovely changes around our 'home'.

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Julia Smith

 

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Hello There,

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My name is Erika and I have lived at KCV for seven years now. In the last three years, things have changed drastically. The Director, Shea, is upgrading all around the premises. The food has dramatically changed for the better. The place is well-kept and peacful. I love it here and I feel safe. 

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Erika

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Dear Shea,

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I have worked my whole life and, I have always paid my own way.

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It was a little frightening to discover, at the end of my working career, that I had not amassed enough wealth to afford the ever-rising cost of living.

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It was a Godsend that Kentucky Circle Village welcomed me into our community at a cost that I could afford.

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I’d like to thank The First Plymouth Congregational Church and its partners in faith who have shown the foresight and empathy to establish this community of folks who have worked hard but didn’t capture the wealth necessary to live the high life. This is a beautiful campus with lush surroundings, attentive staff and a vibrant community of people who still have a lot to give.

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I would like to let you in on a quiet secret that makes Kentucky Circle Village a great place to live. Even though each and every member of this community may be close to the bottom of the economic food chain, we do not feel like prey; we don’t consider ourselves victims; we are content that our contributions to society have been appreciated. I feel a bit embarrassed by my economic status, but I have recently walked around our lush community and realized I live in a very beautiful, very secure place that I have every reason to feel proud of. The dignity of paying my own way, and the ability to afford to live comfortably is a great blessing.

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From time to time, I have found myself wondering why I haven’t been moved to express my thanks.

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I firmly believe that the gift of your dignity that you have promoted for the residents of our community is more important than the very tangible financial benefits of affordable living here.

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This is all just a long-winded explanation for the apparent absence of appreciation by us for all you do.

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In fact, the absence of effusive gratitude is a wonderful indication of the dignity and self-respect we have been able to retain, thanks to your generous, empathetic efforts! You have not created a collection of down and out losers; you have simply invited a legion of confident, validated, vibrant folks to share your space with dignity and respect.

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And more specifically, Shea, your personal touch has allowed us to feel more like a family, instead of ‘occupants.’ You exemplify the higher calling of this unique community.

I suppose the lack of open praise for your efforts is an indication of a much higher success!

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Thank you for leading our fractious, hardheaded, happy, secretly grateful community of fully valued individuals. And thanks for the support that allows us to all feel like legitimate, contributing members of society.

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There! Now I don’t have to fight with my conscience about not expressing my gratitude anymore!

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Terry B.