A Perfect Memorial Day

The weather was beautiful, the food delicious, and the residents and families were happy to be at Juniper Village at Aurora's first BBQ of the season.  Many guests came out to spend time with

their loved one, while enjoying freshly grilled burgers and dogs.  While many of the families enjoyed sitting or walking the courtyard, the children who came out enjoyed playing basketball on the court.  Just after the BBQ, we were honored to have a M.A.S.H vehicle (military ambulance) visit us in honor of Memorial day. Not only was this a great opportunity for the residents to reminisce of their own time served with the military, but we also learned that the vehicle was used in the Korean and the Vietnam War as well (the bullet holes were evident of the brave and daring souls that stood for this wonderful country). Residents, Families, and Friends were all smiles as they shared this special day with us!

A Time to Blossom...

This year at Juniper Village at Aurora, we got to share our Best Friends Planting experience with the Alzheimer's Association Board of Directors. Juniper Village at Aurora was selected as the site for volunteers and donated materials to  makeover the courtyard". More than 30 people came out to help at Juniper Village on Saturday, May 12th. We planted various flowers in the outdoor flower boxes as well as worked on planting in smaller flower pots indoors since there was a chill in the air that morning. The residents were filled with smiles as they were teamed up with volunteers to help get everything planted.  While some planted, others filled pots with soil. Everyone enjoyed taking short breaks for photo opportunities, and then were right back

getting their hands dirty! This is a sure sign that Spring has arrived. We look forward to watching the flowers "Grow Strong Daily", with our daily watering activities.

Healthy Brain Lunch

The month of April's Alive in All Season's Theme is Maintaining a Healthy Brain. Our Connections program has focused on Stimulating Brain activity. Just like Heart Healthy Foods, there are Brain

Healthy Foods as well. Juniper Village at Aurora had our 2nd Annual Healthy Brain Luncheon on Thursday, April 26, where we had Guest Speaker Rick Watson talk about how to maintain a healthy brain. There are a variety of ways to continue to maintain a healthy brain as we age, including reading, puzzles, exercise, and eating healthy. Another successful event!