Tuesday, June 30, 2009

Feast of the Ladybugs!


We had a garden party in our rose garden the other day and it was fantastic. We released hundreds of ladybugs! It was awesome to see them flying around and sitting on our roses. Some even landed on the guests and they felt really special. It was an incredible day.

Thursday, June 25, 2009

Just wanted to show you....

Right outside my door. This flower is so beautiful and such a vibrant color of red! Our garden paths are lined with interesteing and individual flowers.

Tuesday, June 23, 2009

How many miles to Denmark?


In case you ever wondered....It is 7,174 miles to Denmark from Aldersly's front door. I love the monument at the front of our campus. It is a constant reminder of our founding on the principal of care for the elderly with respect and dignity.

Monday, June 22, 2009

Summer is here!



This sweet bird bath is right outside my office. Everyday there are birds splashing around and chirping. Hummingbirds are hovering. Butterfly's are dancing through the flowers. Summer is a wonderful season. I am eager to see what our gardens look like as summer progresses.

Saturday, June 20, 2009

Happy Fathers Day!

Tomorrow will be another great noon meal in our beautiful Dining Room! I saw the menu for this great occasion. To all our Residents and Fathers. Have a Great Day!

Friday, June 19, 2009

So Pretty

The color of these flowers!! I was walking the gardens and this display on the table looked so pretty. All the colors of the rainbow are represented in our gardens. This morning I was on a tour and we had an eight year old little girl. She was giggly and sweet and commented on every butterfly and every different flower. Smart kid!

Thursday, June 18, 2009

New residents moving in!

We have a new resident moving in next week. Her apartment has been totally remodeled and upgraded and it is beautiful! She is so excited to start a new life and we are thrilled to have her here. We are beginning to renovate and upgrade an apartment that has just become available and already we have a deposit and reservation down! It should be ready by September 1. And we have another new resident. These are exciting events and the whole community of residents and staff are thrilled!

Monday, June 15, 2009

The 7 healthy foods you are not eating but should!! Read all about it here:
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Saturday, June 13, 2009

We are all neighbors

So many of our residents have pets. They adore them. They are great conversation starters when they walk them in our neighborhood. Yesterday I received a call from one of our neighbors. She said she had met a delightful resident and her dog while they were both having an evening walk about. She had the name of a good dog groomer to share and could I please pass it on! I said sure and thanks for calling. She said of course we are all neighbors here! That's right. We are all neighbors.

Friday, June 12, 2009

So many interesting things....

Outside our Health and Rehabilitation Center is a true mailbox from Denmark. All over our campus are beautiful and unique items to remind us of our founding and heritage. I wonder if we have the key?!

Thursday, June 11, 2009

Look at this!


I was walking through the rose garden this morning and had to stop. This rose was so beautiful and the smell!!! So fragrant so exquisite and so Aldersly. Meticulously maintained and loved. I am always so thankful and appreciative of the beauty. Our rose garden is a work of genius. Our Gardener has been here for over 25 years.

Tuesday, June 9, 2009

Meet Maddie


Maddie spends her days in our beautiful Assisted Living building where her mom is our Director of Health Care Services. She is an awesome member of our team. She welcomes everyone! She sounds tough as she lets us all know that she is the one really in charge. But she is really just a sweetie. She is often found visiting residents in their apartments. Everybody loves Maddie. Just look at that face!

Monday, June 8, 2009

Boris the Cat



Have I told you about our cat? Boris lives in our Health Care Center. He is LOVED by everyone. Staff, residents, neighbors! Boris belonged to one of our neighbors but spent many a day and night here on our campus. About 10 years ago our neighbors moved to San Anselmo, about 8 miles away. They took Boris with them, and wouldn't you know it! Boris walked back to Aldersly! This is all city traffic walking! We called the owners to let them know. It was clear that Boris had chosen Aldersly as his home. He roams our campus and visits everyone. But our Health Care Center is his home and he does have a favorite resident there. We love Boris and I am thrilled to introduce him to you. Stop by and maybe he will join us on a tour!!

Putting it all together

It is the start of a new week here at Aldersly and the fun is just beginning. Boy are we making plans for the summer. The events and activities are going to be incredible and I know you will not want to miss them! Stop back for updates......

Friday, June 5, 2009

Friday's Post!

Who doesn't love Fridays? The week is almost over and the weekend is just about to begin.....I have noticed that our residents love Fridays too. Even though they are retired. Just this morning I was talking to one of our residents and he is taking friends out to lunch today. He said Friday is his favorite day to go out for lunch. It must be something. Friday's are great days! Always puts a smile on my face. Enjoy the day!

Thursday, June 4, 2009

"Waited too long"

I talk to people on the phone every day. My job and my passion is to educate seniors on their retirement. "I'm not ready yet" is something I hear over and over again. What is it that they are not ready for? I wonder. If it is a crisis they are waiting for to signal to them that they are ready it is too late. A Continuing Care Retirement Community like Aldersly is one where you move in and live your own life in your own apartment. Independent!

Wednesday, June 3, 2009

Full circle

This morning I had a call from a past President of the Board of Directors for Aldersly! What an exciting call that was for me. He said he built many of our amazing apartments. He was also very happy to hear that we still proudly displayed pictures of past and current presidents. Our heritage and history is proudly displayed! 88 Years of history is something to be very proud of.

Tuesday, June 2, 2009

Plan for your future

Aldersly will provide a fulfilling senior living lifestyle for you! don't wait until you need us. Unfortunately we all know someone who waited too long and once you have a health challenge, you no longer qualify to make a reservation! Don't wait for a crisis. Call me, I have solutions for today's active seniors. Even in this economy!

Monday, June 1, 2009

It's June Already!

The year is flying by and here it is June! Taking a look at our activities calendar for the month and I see incredible adventures and classes. I am very excited about the poetry reading on June 17th! Dr. Joan Baranow, Dominican Professor will be sharing with us her work "Living Apart". We are so fortunate! This event is not to be missed.