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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.
8:00-10:00 PM	Preparing for bed when ready

The above indicates what a typical day may include for those living at The Gardens. There are days where a trip to the store, a favorite park for a walk, or an ice cream stand may be included. All programs are designed to create positive energy, social interaction, physical activity and a feeling of success on the residents part.