10 South County Times

April 29 - May 5, 2011

“Senior Sampler” Set

For Sunday, May 1
OPEN HOUSE
JOIN US SUNDAY MAY 1 1:00PM - 4:00PM Event provides look
45 South Old Orchard Webster Groves MO 63119 314.961.3041 at senior activities,
living possibilities
by Jaime Mowers
Senior citizens and their families
are encouraged to attend the fourth
annual “Senior Sampler” open house
on Sunday, May 1.
Sponsored by the Webster Groves
Senior Roundtable, the event caters
to seniors looking for socialization,
those who need assistance in their
homes or those looking to move into a
senior living community. Seniors and
their adult children will be able to
learn about a variety of senior service Participants in the Senior Sampler
providers and tour several facilities. open house can take a tour of local
The “Senior Sampler” kicks off senior living communities.
with a Senior Resource Fair from
12 to 2 p.m. at the Webster Groves
Recreation Complex at Glendale and Bethesda Orchard’s park-like setting,
South Elm avenues. Participants overlooking the private gardens. The
can get information about resources activities staff always make sure
for seniors in the area, meet service there’s something to do such as Bingo
providers and learn about home- games or taking bus trips to local
delivered meals, home health care, destinations.
“If you find it in your heart to care for social and recreational opportunities, The facility has 170 apartments
somebody else, you will have succeeded.” transportation options and more. with a variety of floor plans to
– Maya Angelou Refreshments will be served and choose from. Earlier this month, the
prizes will be available. 2011 Ladue News Platinum List
“We call it our senior sample of named Bethesda’s Senior Living
• No buy-in fee with home-sweet-home because it’s a Communities as one of the best
affordable month-to-month sample of services you can access retirement homes in St. Louis.
rent. from your home if you’re no longer
driving,” said Gayle McHenry, • Colonial Village Apartments,
• Meals, housekeeping and executive director of the Shepherd’s 11D Colonial Village Court in
transportation included.
• Unique activities like chef-
314-732-0143 Center of Webster-Kirkwood, Inc.
There also will be information
Webster Groves, is a one-of-a-
kind senior community for active,
CrestviewSeniorLiving.com about opportunities for active seniors. independent seniors. The facility
led cooking classes. Enjoy “A big part of staying healthy is consists of five colonial red brick
our on-site fitness center,
beauty/barber salon, and
$1500 MOVE-IN staying active and being social, so
that’s part of what they’ll be able
buildings surrounded by trees and
flowers. There are beautiful gardens,
more. SPECIAL! to learn about,” she said. “Webster
Groves is really rich in what they
walking paths, park benches and a
gazebo. There’s also a swimming pool
8660 Grant Rd., Crestwood, MO 63123 have for senior activities.” with a clubhouse where residents like
People will then have an to gather. Indoor garage parking is a
A SPECTRUM RETIREMENT COMMUNITY /CrestviewSeniorLiving opportunity to visit seven senior living plus. It is within walking distance to
communities at their convenience the Old Orchard area and downtown
from 1 to 4 p.m. Webster Groves.

PRIME TIMES
“It’s a great opportunity for seniors
and their adult children to come and • Pacific Place Senior Living,
see what’s out there for when the 45 S. Old Orchard in Webster
time comes (when they may need Groves, is within walking distance of
services),” McHenry said, assuring several stores, dining opportunities
there will be no high-pressure sales and cultural activities. With 33
pitches. apartments and two cottages, Pacific
This year’s Senior Sampler sites Place provides a unique urban senior
a r e s o u r c e fa i r f o r o l d e r a d u lt s
Sponsored by the South County Times & Webster-Kirkwood Times
include: living experience for independent
seniors who value their freedom of
Be sure to attend this annual event featuring exhibits of
interest to those enjoying the prime time of their lives -
• Bethesda Orchard House, choice. Residents have several options
including speakers, live entertainment, food samples and 21 N. Old Orchard Ave. in Webster for dining. People can cook in their
prizes – don’t miss out! Groves, is the largest of Bethesda’s own kitchens, go out to eat or visit the
independent living communities. dining room. Small pets are welcome.
Thursday, July 21 • 9 a.m. to Noon Nestled in the heart of Old Orchard,
FREE ADMISSION residents often frequent the nearby • Lutheran Senior Services,
Orlando Gardens Banquet & Conference Center • 8352 Watson Rd. shops and restaurants. When they’re 723 S. Laclede Station Road in
Pa r t i c i Pat i n g v e n d o r s i n c l u d e : not out and about in the community, Webster Groves, provides a number
residents are often strolling the of services at its Laclede Groves
Amramp of St. Louis Medicine Shoppe pathways and enjoying the gardens location. Located in central St. Louis
Bridges of Columbia Move to Vapor on the grounds. The dining room
Cardinal Ritter Senior New Lifestyles cont. p. 11
provides residents with a view of
Services OASIS
Crestview Senior Living Orchid Terrace
Des Peres Hospital Prudential Select – Diane Visiting Angels will do the work so that you are
Hear USA Gorris
Homewatch Riley Spence Properties free to spend “quality” time with your loved one.
Logan Chiropractic College Seniors Home Care You choose your experienced caregiver! We work around your schedule
Lutheran Senior Services St. Anthony’s Medical Center • Up to 24 hour care • Meal Preparation
The Meadows • Errands/Shopping • Hygiene Assistance
• Alzheimer’s and Dementia Care
Interested in being a vendor? Sign up before May 31st! • Light Housekeeping • Bonded & Insured
Webster Groves and Kirkwood • 314-962-5700 cont. p. 11
Call 314-968-2699 for more information. South County and Jefferson County • 314-842-5589 www.VisitingAngels.com
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