Juniper Village at Aurora Celebrates the Little Things With a Visitor from the North Pole

Juniper Village welcomed a special visitor from the North Pole.  Our loving and caring Santa visited with the residents and families of our community. He brought no material gifts, but instead filled our hearts with gifts of joy, laughter, and comfort. Santa embodied the Christmas spirit and showed love and caring for our residents.  He truly went above and beyond, which is what we look for in an everyday Hero!

 

Happy Holidays from the Juniper Village at Aurora team! 

Thanksgiving at Juniper Village

 On Saturday, November 20th Juniper Village at Aurora hosted their annual Thanksgiving celebration.  It was a great party with family members coming from long distances to celebrate the holidays with their loved ones.  Everyone enjoyed the feast of turkey, cranberry sauce, stuffing, mashed potatoes and dinner rolls, while listening to the soothing sound of our piano played by Barbara Zukowski.

 Donna and George, daughter and son-in-law of Mary, share the day with their mother with a traditional Thanksgiving day platter.

Juniper Village at Aurora would like to give a special thanks to the Overland High School basketball team for giving a helping hand on this special day.  Their enthusiasm and hard work along with their caring hearts shows that they have the discipline and good spirits to achieve high standards.  The basketball team demonstrated what it takes to be a team and reflected our Juniper Communities philosophy: Together Everyone Achieves More!

Pauline was very proud to show off her skills in decorating her pumpkin.

Jennifer and her best friend Irene give a big smile as they pose for a picture with their decorative pumpkin.

Susan and Nancy work very diligently on their pumpkin during the Best Friend's Pumpkin carving contest.  The final product was a success and provided a reward of laughter, joy, and smiles.

Goblins, Vampires, and Witches oh my!  On October 29, 2010 our mission was to put on our best costumes and hand out candy during our Trick-or-Treat Street here at Juniper Village at Aurora.  Many children came in with their costumes as our residents handed out candy in Town Square.

Second Annual Food Drive

Juniper Village is feeding body and soul this November with our Second Annual Food Drive to benefit the Local Food Pantry. Hunger affects people of all ages and we want to help. You may drop off food from November 1 - 30 at Juniper Village. Local area businesses will also be designated drop off locations. Our goal is to collect 1000 pounds of food for the food pantry. Join us in our efforts to support our local Community. 100% of your donation will stay local.  To inquire about volunteering for the food drive, please call Stop by Juniper Village to see our progress and warm up with a cup of complimentary gourmet coffee for your donation.
303.341.6335.

Let's Polka

During the month of October Juniper Village celebrates the festivity of Oktoberfest with dishes of German bratwurst and sauerkraut and cabbage rolls.  Then after enjoying great authentic German dishes it's time to relax, enjoy a German beer and listen to Polka.  Juniper Village is also dedicated to inspire our residents to participate in any of our activities or parties for the month as we like to engage the mind, body, and spirit.  Some of our parties in the upcoming months include Thanksgiving lunches, Christmas celebrations, with a special visit from Santa, and a Noon Years Eve party to bring in the new year.

Best Friend's Week/National Assisted Living Week, during September 13-17, is a week dedicated to show appreciation to those caring for a loved one or a friend. Juniper Village at Aurora celebrates the week through carnivals, ice cream socials, pizza parties, and a chocolate fountain.



Verdell Frey, family member and friend of Juniper Village, takes a well aimed toss at the bullseye to sink our Executive Director, Jennifer Harris, in the dunk tank.  Verdell placed the ball with precision on the bulls eye as Jennifer took the plunge into the dunk tank! Verdell was the first in line to dunk Jennifer, but there were many employees and residents who couldn't wait to get their turn!

From ice cream socials to chocolate fountains, best friends enjoyed curing their sweet tooth. 

Alzheimer's Memory Walk 2010

Juniper Village at Aurora Celebrates Remodel

Juniper Village at Aurora is anxiously awaiting our upcoming remodel.  All of these photos will be part of the new decor for our Gateway Club.  Our Gateway Club will feature a travel related theme.  All four of the houses will also be getting a face lift.  Details to follow...

On August 19, Juniper Village at Aurora was thrilled to host a book signing for our own, Graham Witherspoon.  Graham's lovely wife, Pat, is a resident of Juniper Village.  Shortly after Pat was diagnosed with Alzheimer's, Graham began researching Alzheimer's and it's impact on Pat.  This was his way to rise above this devastating disease and teach others.  The result is his book titled "The Taking Disease". 

"The Taking Disease" has truly been a labor of love.  Graham wrote and illustrated the book by hand - no electronic crutches for him!  After he shared the book with the leadership team at Juniper, a decision was made to publish the manuscript.  Graham asked that all proceeds from the publication benefit the Alzheimer's Association.  The day for the book signing finally dawned . . . . and what a turn out it was!  Many dignitaries attended, inclduing the Fire Chief for the City of Aurora, a state senator, chair of the Joint Budget Committee for Colorado, and members of many organizations including Kiwanis Club, Aurora Book Review Club, and the Poetry Society of Colorado. 

Ultimately Graham personally signed nearly 100 copies.  Over $1000 was raised for the Alzheimer's Association Memory Walk.  And best of all we were able to honor Graham - inspired writer and artist, intrepid mountain climber, and veteran "old sailor".  Congratulations friend and thank you for allowing us to care for your beautiful Pat.  Juniper Village at Aurora  . . . . nurturing the spirit of life in each individual we touch.