If you have ever visited Heathwood Assisted Living & Memory Care, you can count on one hand the number of rocking chairs you have seen. That’s because residents here lead full and meaningful lives and they don’t have much time to occupy a rocking chair. They are busy in a multitude of activities, from fitness classes and brain games to outings and on-site entertainment. When they’re not engaged in an activity, they are probably hanging out in the outdoor patio or enjoying some quiet time in their living quarters—which may be a suite apartment, a studio apartment, or a one- or two-bedroom accommodation. If you think it’s dull here, you don’t know Heathwood. Take the word of Betty, a favorite resident, who said, “I’m not bored. I enjoy going outside and walking a bit, then up to my floor and walking some more.”
August Is Heating Up
This month is ripe with themes of
sweet treats ,
picnics , and
music. The line up is spectacular, and there’s something for everyone, no matter if you’re8 or 80.
Sunday afternoons are punctuated by something delicious for every palate. On
August4 , residents may imbibe in an afternoon break by biting into an ice cream sandwich as part of National Ice Cream Sandwich Day (which falls on August 2).What’s not to love about ice cream in any flavor on any day? Besides, the first Sunday in August is National Friendship Day, too. What do you get when you combine ice cream and good friends? Pure joy!
On
August11 , residents are invited to the backyard for a sweet iced tea social. Nothing quenches the thirst more than an ice-cold glass of iced tea, especially when you’re surrounded by the friends you live with.
The last Sunday of the month—
August 25 —is a perfect day to devour and savor watermelon kiwi smoothies. Kiwi contains twice the amount of vitamin C as oranges and watermelon is an excellent agent in keeping you hydrated. Combined, this pair makes a perfect complement to an afternoon get-together.
Heathwood Family Picnic
Summer is not complete around here without the Heathwood Family Picnic. What do we mean by family? First and foremost, our residents are family. Other important members of the family are staff and residents’ families. We look forward to gathering in the back yard on Tuesday, August 27 , at 5:00 p.m., to celebrate summer together. Yeah, we know National Eat Outside Day is the last day of the month, but we’re going to celebrate early. Won’t you join us?
A Menagerie of Music
Ask any resident and they will tell you that here at Heathwood there is no shortage of musical offerings. Whether it’s staying in or going out, we offer a plethora of concerts. For example, those who sign up will be heading to Williamsville on
Tuesday, August 6 , at 6:30 p.m. to enjoy “Main Street USA,” a concert presented by the Amherst Symphony Orchestra. There will be food trucks too. The concert features Al Schlisserman on the accordion and Calvin Cich, baritone. Summer conductor is Bryan Eckenrode.
On
Wednesday, August 7 , at 6:00 p.m., you’re invited to make our back yard your back yard and listen to the sounds of the Nitetones. But be forewarned: you may want to get up out of your chair and dance to a variety of hit tunes from the ’50sthrough the ’90s. Be sure to check out our August calendar for more on music by the Hot Country Liners (
August 10 at1:15 p.m.; and Michael Dennehy on Friday,
August23 , at 2:00 p.m.)
National Book Lovers Day—August 9
Is there a book lover or book worm in your life? This is a great day to put down your Smartphone, step away from the computer, and pull the earbuds out of your canals. Grab a book—you could even borrow one from our library near the reception area—and go out on our patio when the sun is shining. Why not read to your favorite senior citizen at Heath wood? Also, it’s a good day to check out the Personality Profile on our Heathwood celebrity of sorts, former editor and writer Veronica Hogle, in the
Heathwood Highlights
(August).
National Senior Citizens Day—August 21
Did you know there are more than 1,500national days? That’s a ton! But National Senior Citizens Day is near and dear to our hearts because, at Heathwood, we love our seniors! They give meaning to the work we do and every day they help us remember what’s truly important. If you have a senior citizen in your life, this is a perfect opportunity to show your love and appreciation.
You can always find all the events here . And if you have a question about anything, please call Heathwood Assisted Living and Memory Care at 716.688.0111 and we’ll do our best to answer it. Also, be sure to “like” us on
Facebook so you can see firsthand all the fun we are having.
