We moved into Parkshore late last fall from our house of many years, our list of things to worry about got much shorter. We delight in how easy it is to travel now. Just lock the door, tell the front desk we are going, and we are off. No worries about having someone care for our house in our absence. We are all aware that the day will come when we need some extra help or some special care. We do not worry about that anymore because we know that when we need it, the help will be easily accessible.
The richness of the opportunities for happy, healthy living at Parkshore has far surpassed our expectations. The emphasis on being active and healthy fits us perfectly. We are convinced that Parkshore’s wellness program is superior to any other one around. Sigrid enjoys the exercise classes and David is a regular in the pool. We are both glad to have access to the walking paths and also to be living in a walkable neighborhood. The dining room provides us with meals that are both good to eat and are good for us. The quality of the life here is reflected in the upbeat, positive attitude that the residents have. Life here is good, and the happiness shows.
But the component that make all of these dimensions of Parkshore life really work is the staff. We received such good support during the process of deciding and moving. Then from the moment we walked in the front door and were greeted by name, we knew this place was something special. The staff in the wellness center know everyone and are quick to accommodate each individual’s needs. The energetic staff in the dining room outdo themselves in welcoming us and doing their best to make our dinners a good experience.
Life at Parkshore is good and we are very happy that we made the choice to move here.
I am writing on behalf of our family to let you know how much we appreciate the care our mother received from the Lifesprk care givers and how happy our mother was with their care.
The Home Health Aides who worked with mom closely most recently were: Jeremiah, Kephar, Veronica, John, Edwin, Angela, and Korlu. All of these staff members were highly valued by our mother, and she always had good experiences to share with us whenever we visited.
Notable also are the Memory Care Lifesprk nurses that we have come to know. They did such a wonderful job of keeping us informed. Jody, Caroline, and Heidi showed such love and compassion towards my mom and we were always impressed how they went above and beyond to ensure her comfort.
Over time we have seen that the staff of the Reflections Unit interact with the people they care for with true kindness and dignity. They have much to be proud of.
Coming to water aerobics class at Parkshore allowed me to build a community of friends before I moved in. I have been doing water aerobics for 30+ years and was so delighted to find a senior community that offered classes each week. The staff’s ability to bring care, creativity, and attention to every person is a balm for the spirit as well as the body.
After not participating in Park Club for almost a year, I noticed a new class… Seated Dance. It looked like fun so I decided to try it. I have been coming every week ever since!
I spent most of my life in athletics, competing or coaching. I was always active, but when I was 89 years old my wife became ill and I took care of her. For 3 years my exercise was pushing her down the hall in her wheelchair. Although my time with her was a priority 12-14 hours/day, I suffered the consequences of lack of exercise, including bouts with pneumonia and stress illnesses I had not experienced before. I got back into it at 92 to feel better, to realize life was not over. I keep going now because it is a social activity, a challenge, a competition and again, a habit worth keeping.
Water exercise classes kept it social and added the fun element. In just 6 weeks, my cholesterol was normal and I could walk 3 flights of stairs (handy when the elevator went out in my building)! That had not been possible prior to my exercise program. The best thing is that the staff will come up with a program; you don’t have to figure it out on your own. Just tell them your goals and they will set up a program just for you. No worries, just show up!
(consistent exercise over time has its benefits) A year ago I could not walk up the stairs from ground to first floor. Now I can. The key is patience, not impatience.
I’ve always been active, and Parkshore was my choice because of the Park Club. For me there was no question but to dive right in. The Tai Chi, yoga and exercise classes are part of my weekly routine now. The benefits keep me going… camaraderie, friendships, and overall health and wellness.
Hello, Kristine* - I wanted to speak for the Geiger family to thank the Lifesprk staff who supported my Mother, Martha, through her time at Parkwood. Everyone was wonderful and they took great care of her. She spoke often about how much she liked everyone and appreciated her help.
I would especially like to commend Jeremiah, Jody, and Olu. Jeremiah was so kind, gentle, and respectful with her. Olu worked to get her to drink and eat, and was also kind and respectful. I know that Jody has been filling in between permanent nursing staff, but I can't tell you how knowledgeable and compassionate she was with my mother.
The team of staff on the Memory Care neighborhood made all the difference for my Mother in her last days.Thanks to everyone yourself included.
The Best Move I Have Ever Made!
Why I like living at Parkshore. For several years I visited Parkshore and knew that one day this would be my home.
I have had three and a half great years here. The best move I have ever made!
I found Parkshore.. It took a leap of faith to leave a place where I figuratively knew everyone, to move with my kitty to a place where I knew no one. My mother often said to ‘bloom where you are planted,’ and, in the ten months I have been here, I have found my new community and my new family, where I am planted among this garden of amazing friends!