Life at the Gardens

Morning at 8:00

Breakfast is served family style in the Country kitchen. Residents join others as they awake at their leisure. Breakfasts are saved for residents who prefer to sleep a little later in the morning. 

9:30 AM

Those who want to stay current, listen and discuss current events, weather, past historical events, horoscopes and other news items of interest.

10:00 AM

Morning Movement: Residents participate in various exercise programs that are designed to assure safe and positive movement and success on the part of each person. Physical movement is a vital component of each day and helps to promote a sense of well-being and accomplishment. It maintains physical fitness and assists in releasing negative energy.

10:45 AM

Beverage Pick-me-up – we all know we need to hydrate after exercise!

11:00 AM

Brain work:  Words games, trivia and theme oriented discussions.  These challenge the language and memory parts of the brain and to keep it as fit as possible.

11:30 AM

Residents share in the less complicated tasks associated with meal preparation, such as table setting, pouring beverages and other simple tasks that promote a sense of purpose and well-being.

12:00 PM

Lunchtime is a social activity and all are encouraged to engage in conversation.  Social engagement promotes an opportunity to assist in preserving the social graces.

1:00 PM

Siesta offers residents the opportunity to relax.  They are encouraged to nap, listen to quiet music or watch familiar, nostalgic relaxing programs.

2:00 PM

Creative Arts - programs for self-expression including arts and crafts, painting, baking, and music groups are designed to preserve fine motor and eye-hand coordination.

2:45 PM

Social gathering with refreshments and time to visit with friends

3:15 PM

Active games including things like horse shoes, basketball, ring toss, bowling and walking assist in decreasing agitation and promoting positive energy.

4:00 PM

Late afternoon groups are designed to calm the residents before the evening meal, not unlike the cocktail hour that many have had for years. Discussion, reminiscing and soft music allow a comfortable family feeling for the residents.

4:30 PM

Residents share with meal preparation for the evening meal

5:15 PM

Dinner is served and all are encouraged to share in the social aspect of mealtime.

6:15 PM

Residents gather for a variety of programs which may include trivia, reminiscing or quiet music.

7:00 PM

Nostalgic TV: Residents enjoy the old time favorites including “I Love Lucy”, Red Skelton, The Waltons, The Golden Girls, Musical Movies, etc.

7:15 PM

Snack and Drinks before settling down to bed.