“Homemade Happiness” is the perfect theme to recognize the care and camaraderie created by the staff of Spring Hills Cherry Hill as it celebrates National Assisted Living Week from Sept. 8 to 14 at the community located at the intersection of Route 70 and Covered Bridge Road.
“What a wonderful way to describe the bond that our staff has provided for our residents and families as they build a warm, welcoming and vibrant environment here at Spring Hills,” Heather Tussing, executive director said.
In honor of National Assisted Living Week, Spring Hills is hosting a number of exciting events to showcase its residents, families and staff. Here is the calendar beginning Sept. 1.
· Sept. 1–14 — To help families in need of food and nourishment, Spring Hills is inviting neighbors to support the Food Bank of S.J. and bring non-perishable items only. Drop off at Spring Hills between 8:30 a.m. and 3:30 p.m., Monday through Friday from Sept. 1 to 14.
Each participant automatically becomes eligible to win tickets to the Chinese Auction on Sept. 14, being held at Spring Hills Cherry Hill.
· Sunday, Sept. 8, 2 p.m. is Grandparent’s Day. Fun and festivities for families include ice cream, face painting, professional balloon twister and more.
· On Monday, Sept. 9, at 2 p.m. the Spring Hills Signature Family Cookbook Tasting and Book Signing celebrates the launch of Spring Hills Senior Communities first national cookbook with recipes provided by residents and their families, associates and dining room chefs. Proceeds from the sale of this book, with many recipes from Cherry Hill participants, will benefit the Alzheimer’s Association.
· On Friday, Sept. 13, at 2 p.m. there will be Pets on Parade. Back by popular demand, Spring Hills Cherry Hill hosts its second pet parade, emphasizing that the community welcomes pets and provides pet therapy for residents. Anyone is invited to participate.
· On Saturday, Sept. 14 at 3 p.m., the Spring Hills Chinese Auction will be fun for everyone especially with country line dancing by the Vicki Dance Troop.
The National Center for Assisted Living established the week in 1995 to recognize the role and services provided daily by more than 31,000 assisted living communities across the nation to 750,000 residents who need some assistance with daily living.
