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A blog from Village Northwest Unlimited
Our blog is a window into our world—a space where we share stories of resilience and the daily triumphs of our community. Whether you're a caregiver, a family member, or someone eager to understand and advocate, join us on this journey of discovery, understanding, and celebration one story at a time.
A Legacy of Compassion
The Beginning of Village Northwest Unlimited As Told by Robert Hoogeveen, First CEO of Village Northwest Unlimited
3 min read
Celebrating 50 Years with Rachel Schuetz
“If I sang the praises of your hard work, I would lose my voice pretty quickly”
VNU Staff
1 min read
Finding Inspiration For Our Work From the Theologian, Henri Nouwen a Devotion by Nate Huyser
“These broken, wounded, and completely unpretentious people forced me to let go of my relevant self — the self that can do things, show things, prove things, build things — and forced me to reclaim that unadorned self in which I am completely vulnerable, open to receive and give love regardless of any accomplishments.”
2 min read
National Coaches Day with Sara Wolthuizen
"Coaching has become one of my greatest passions since working at the Village."
VNU Staff
2 min read
Choices, Choices, Choices...
Village Northwest Unlimited is committed to meeting our Vision of “Building successful lives through opportunities and choices.” In total, more than 125 activities or curriculums are available for the individuals served at VNU to choose from each week. Since day programing was introduced, more than 500 curriculums have been developed with the offerings continuing to grow.
Day Program
1 min read
National Disability Independence Day
National Disability Independence Day as told by Village Northwest Unlimited Career Coach, Linda Van Meeteren.
2 min read
What brought me to Village Northwest Unlimited
My name is Jessi and I am a Registered Nurse here at VNU and have been for 5 months. I have been a nurse for 7 years.
VNU Staff
3 min read
How I Landed Working at Village Northwest Unlimited
A story of how Nate Huyser ended up at Village Northwest Unlimited.
VNU Staff
9 min read
Shining on Our Purpose
The Shining on Our Purpose experience as told by a Village Northwest Unlimited resident.
Events
1 min read
Shining on Our Purpose Overview
Hey, yeah you
In the back of the room with those concrete shoes
It's okay, to cut loose
Events
3 min read
Panthers Head to Spring Classic
Panthers take home gold at the 2024 Spring Classic!
Panthers
1 min read
Christmas Spirit in Full Force
VNU residents and staff are going all out this year for the holidays! Staff set up parties in the residential home and during day programming!
Day Program
1 min read
NAIA & Special Olympics Host Clinic
NAIA and Special Olympics put on an unforgettable clinic for individuals with disabilities!
Day Program
1 min read
300 Dresses Donated to Support Shining on Our Purpose
Bottom Dollar Diva, a retail store based out of Primghar, IA, has donated 300 dresses to Village Northwest Unlimited.
Events
2 min read
Shining on Our Purpose
We have officially announced the creation of, “Shining on Our Purpose.” This is exclusive event for individuals who receive services from VNU.
Events
1 min read
Finny Mini Farm
We had an AMAZING turnout with boxed food, canned food, fresh produce, garden leftovers and cash donations $$$ spent on other supplies for the animals.
Day Program
2 min read
Direct Support Professional Appreciation Week
To show appreciation for our staff, VNU provided breakfast in a bag along with the choice of twenty Sheldon dollars or a $20 gift card to Breu Haus for the start of start of Direct Support Professional Appreciation Week.
VNU Staff
1 min read
Located in Sheldon, Iowa, Village Northwest Unlimited is unlimited in our desire to provide purpose, privacy & dignity for all people.
