January 12, 2012

Why do formal dances have to stop after high school? We believe our seniors deserve to have as much fun in their senior years as they did in their teens, so we like to host a ball for our residents from time to time.

Our annual Senior Snowball at Garden Place of Red Bud is in its second year, and our residents are excited to get all dressed up for a winter formal full of entertainment, dancing and refreshments next Thursday, Jan. 19. The festivities will begin at 2 p.m. with entertainment by Tim Durbin, a local DJ. Refreshments, including appetizers and drinks, will be served throughout the afternoon. For those who do not enjoy dancing, we will have some games set up.

Some of our other residents from our Columbia and Millstadt communities may be joining us, so we expect a full house of senior fun. Do you know a senior who would love to join us but doesn't live at Garden Place? No problem! We'd love for your senior loved-one to attend the Snowball. Just contact Garden Place of Red Bud and RSVP so that we make sure to have enough refreshments for everyone.

Did you know that we have activities for our senior residents every single day? Check out our calendars to view some of them. Your senior is welcome to join us for any and every activity. Learn more about our Adult Day Club program today to help your senior get involved with his or her peers for fun day-time activities.

December 29, 2012

We believe that our residents should enjoy their retirement to its fullest, and so every holiday, we host community parties for our seniors' enjoyment.

Visit our Facebook page to view photos of the celebrations at each community.While you're there, you can browse some of the other fun activities our seniors enjoy at each of our three locations. Don't forget to "like" us to receive regular updates about our communities as well as community news.

Do you know a senior who is interested in visiting our next party or would like to join our seniors on their next trip or activity? We often take our residents out to lunch and have game nights. Check out our Adult Day Club program.

December 15, 2011

The holidays tend to have a pressure effect on caregivers. With all of the added activities and responsibilities, many are left feeling like they're not providing adequate care to their senior loved-one. Garden Place Senior Living understands that caregiving can be stressful, and we have options for your specific situations:

"I worry that between all of my errands and responsibilities, I'm not giving my Mom enough attention."

Providing your senior loved-one with mind-stimulating activities and adequate socialization is a common stressor for caregivers. A common contributor to senior depression is a lack of activities and interaction with friends, and many caregivers feel pressured to provide this entertainment for their mother and father. To remedy this problem, consider Adult Day Club, a way for seniors to get together and participate in safe activities under the supervision of certified senior care professionals. Garden Place plans trips, games, crafts and more for seniors in our Adult Day Club program, and we'd love your senior loved-one join us. For only $10 an hour, your Mom or Dad can enjoy making new friends while you run your errands and finish checking things off your to-do list.

"My mom lives by herself, and around the holidays, I don't have time to stop by to visit and help her with things around the house."

Consider having a senior care professional check in on your senior loved-one through our In-Home Services program. We service seniors who live independently at home but need a helping hand every now and then. We provide assistance in light housekeeping, errand help, nutritional planning, pet care, bathing, dressing, disease management and more. Our In-Home Services staff members are certified and trained to provide the best care for your senior loved-one. Pricing starts at $16 an hour. To learn more about In-Home Senior Care, contact us today.

"At a couple of recent family events, I realized that my dad needs some help. I'm not sure what to do."

After seeing their parents after a long period of time, many adult children realize that Mom or Dad can't live independently any longer. This can be scary and confusing, and you may find yourself feeling alone and unsure of the next step to take in providing adequate senior care. We host a complimentary Senior Care Conversation for those who need caregiving advice on the next step for their aging parents. Free of charge, this one-on-one consultation with Kathy Asselmeier, Garden Place General Manager, provides information on daily living activities assistance, financial concerns, care options for your senior loved-one and more. Even better, the Senior Care Conversation is available anytime that fits your schedule best. Schedule a session with Kathy by calling (618) 304-0952 today.

If you think Mom and Dad just can't live on their own any longer, visit your local Garden Place community to tour our senior-friendly apartments today. We provide independent or assisted living for our residents, so whether your elderly parent just wants a stress-free retirement or needs help with a few daily living activities, Garden Place is a great living option.

Caring for your senior loved-one around the holidays can trigger a lot of stress, and Garden Place Senior Living is happy to step in as a helping hand. To learn more about how we can help you provide better care for your aging parent, call one of our local communities today.

December 1, 2011

This Friday, Dec. 2, Garden Place of Red Bud is hosting a holiday party from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. for its residents and local seniors. With live entertainment, dinner, drinks and fun, this celebration is sure to put your senior loved-one in the holiday spirit.

From 4 p.m. to 5 p.m. Ron Schewe will provide live accordion music for all seniors in attendance. A potluck dinner will be served from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Garden Place will provide the entree of ham and turkey, and those seniors attending plan on bringing delicious side dishes to complete the meal.

The night will end with live entertainment from Butch's Polka Kings. Our residents love to dance and are excited for this part of the night.

Do you know a senior who would love to join us and our senior residents in this holiday celebration? All local seniors are welcome. RSVP today, and don't forget to bring a delicious side dish!

Interested in other Garden Place events that your senior loved-one can attend? Check out our Adult Day Club program for seniors who live at home but enjoy socializing with their peers during the day through events and activities.