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The Bridge At Florissant: “Homemade Happiness”

Florissant, Missouri–In observance of National Assisted Living Week®, September 8 to 14, The Bridge At Florissant will host a series of events developed as a special opportunity to bring together residents, families, employees, volunteers and the surrounding community to celebrate “Homemade Happiness.”

The “Homemade Happiness” theme acknowledges the contributions of staff, residents, and families’ in making the assisted living community a home for residents.

 

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“This year’s theme celebrates the bond created by staff, residents, and families as they build warm, welcoming, and vibrant homes for residents,” said Rachel Giffhorn, General Manager.  “This weeklong celebration demonstrates the commitment assisted living professionals feel when providing care and services to residents in their communities.”

Some of the week’s special events include:

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Garden Plaza Community Appreciation Event, Saturday, September 7, 10 AM to 2 PM:  Enjoy free hotdogs and chicken kabobs, snow cones, kettle corn, games and prizes!

Homemade Cookies and Treats Open House, Monday, September 9, 4-6 PM:  Enjoy homemade baked goods and learn about assisted living services.

Rummy Tournament, Tuesday, September 10, 2-3 PM:  Prizes for the victors of a friendly rummy roundhouse.

What Are The Options, Tuesday, September 10, 5-6:30 PM: For Financial representative to enjoy some homemade baked goods and learn about assisted living services. 

Musical Entertainment with Dan Sproat, Thursday, September 11, 1:30-2:30 PM:  Enjoy the beautiful weather and sweet melodies of Dan as he croons the familiar tunes you love.

Lemonade and Lessons on the Lanai, Friday, September 12, 3-4 PM:  Our gorgeous, flower-filled lanai is the best place to discuss hot topics while enjoying a cool and refreshing beverage!

National Assisted Living Week® is an annual celebration sponsored by the National Center for Assisted Living, Washington, D.C. and the Missouri Assisted Living Association (MALA). The Bridge at Florissant is a 90-unit assisted living community located in Florissant, Missouri. For more information on National Assisted Living Week®, visit www.nalw.org.  

The Bridge At Florissant is located off Parker Road at 1101 Garden Plaza Drive in Florissant.  The Bridge is a part of the Century Park family of senior living communities located nationwide.  Rachel Giffhorn is the General Manager of The Bridge At Florissant.  For more information, please visit www.bridgeatflorissant.com

 

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