Purpose
Purpose that drives everyday life
At Goodwin House Bailey’s Crossroads, residents live with energy, empathy and purpose. They volunteer, create and lead with heart—making our campus and the community beyond it, stronger every day.
Purpose through action
At Goodwin House Bailey’s Crossroads, engagement is how purpose comes to life. Residents contribute their time, creativity and care to enrich campus life and strengthen the community around them.
Volunteering and community spirit
At Goodwin House Bailey’s Crossroads, residents channel their purpose into action. They volunteer across the campus and beyond—organizing donation drives, mentoring others, teaching and creating programs that enrich community life. Many lend their skills to causes close to their hearts, from sustainability initiatives led by the Green Team to crafting mats for people experiencing homelessness to knitting items for children worldwide and hosting Pride parades every June. Every effort reflects their compassion and commitment to making a difference.
Resident tutors for citizenship
Among the most inspiring efforts is the resident-led tutoring for team members preparing for U.S. Citizenship. Residents offer one-on-one guidance to improve English skills and study for the naturalization exam, helping them gain confidence as they pursue their dreams. These relationships embody the Goodwin Living mission of supporting, honoring and uplifting the lives of older adults and those who care for them.
Creativity, ingenuity and giving back
Residents bring creativity and generosity together through beloved traditions like the What Not Shop, an on-campus thrift store that transforms donated items into meaningful support for the Goodwin Living Foundation. Other resident-driven initiatives celebrate self-expression while raising funds for programs that uplift lives. Together, these endeavors showcase the ingenuity and heart that define the Goodwin House Bailey’s Crossroads spirit.
West Winds
Their voice. Their purpose. Their passion.
At Goodwin House Bailey’s Crossroads, purpose shines through in every act of care and creativity. See how residents make each day meaningful in our latest newsletter.
Explore more of the stories that shape Goodwin House Bailey’s Crossroads
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DEIB Friday Thoughts: Perspectives on Pride
04/19/2024
Composting – Going Green at Goodwin Living
08/31/2021
Making Mats for People Without Homes
01/31/2022
How to Expand Your Workforce by Launching a U.S. Citizenship Program
09/28/2023
Career Center Founder Meets His Legacy in Senior Living
Resident Committees
Living their purpose through campus committees
At Goodwin House Bailey’s Crossroads, residents play an active role in guiding campus life. Through the Resident Council and a variety of committees, they partner with team members to share ideas, provide feedback and help shape decisions. And when inspiration strikes beyond an existing group, Goodwin Living supports residents in creating new committees so every passion has a place to thrive.
The areas where residents make a difference:
- Arts
- Building Operation & Maintenance (“BomCom”)
- Community Service
- Dining Services
- Election
- Employee Gift Fund
- Finance
- Fitness
- Green Team
- Grounds
- Health
- Life Enrichment
- Marketing
- Movies
- Spiritual Life
- Technology
- Trips & Outings
- Veterans
The Goodwin House Bailey’s Crossroads experience, in the words of residents.
“For a number of years my husband and I contemplated a move to Goodwin Living. Finally, early this year we received a call. Two months later we were offered our heart’s desire, the Rosslyn. We have truly found a home in Goodwin Living. And for me, it’s reassuring to know that I have good medical care available in my own home. Thank you, God, for Goodwin Living.”
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Campus moments in real time
What does daily life at Goodwin House Bailey’s Crossroads look like? See for yourself.