2025’s top New Year’s resolutions were to eat healthier and exercise more.

Gabriel Homes resident at the 30th Annual Golf Tournament. They are reaching new heights in their independence as part of their New Year's resolutions in 2026.

The sky is the limit at Gabriel Homes

At Gabriel Homes, our residents are focused on reaching new heights in their independence in 2026 with their New Year’s resolutions.

Two residents at Gabriel Homes, Darcy and January, are focused on staying healthy and active this year.

“I go to lots of events with adult social club every month. Staying at home all the time can be boring! Going out and making friends is good for people’s mental health, so I like to stay super involved for my wellness.”

Several residents join Darcy and January in going out and staying in shape.

Sara looks forward to spending more time with her family this year. Even if they’re spending a quiet weekend at home, she feels comfortable since she’s spending time with loved ones.

As for fitness, John aims to break new records for Special Olympics powerlifting. John won several medals in last year’s state competition, including one gold medal, so he believes he can top his personal bests in 2026.

“I feel stronger and stronger after every practice. My coaches and friends push me to do my best at tournaments, so I want to win for them too.”
John
Gabriel Homes Resident

One of John’s teammates, Chris, says his New Years resolution is to get more sleep. He says having a better night’s rest leaves him in good spirits for work and activities. Rich and Angie agree with Chris on positivity going into the new year. The two have different reasons for their goals: Angie wants to maintain a bright attitude for new, fun events ahead, while Rich believes happiness leads to doing the right thing.

“You know what they say, ‘What goes around comes around!’ Everyone should be happy and make others feel the same.”

While residents have their sights set on New Year’s resolutions, many of them have ongoing goals thanks to their individual support plans (ISPs). See what ISPs and New Year’s resolutions have in common at gabrielhomes.org.