Happy Birthday to the start of our Fall Birthdays! Had a great time celebrating and eating delicious cake by Amanda Goodman #BattersByManda #Aspire2EatCake #Aspire2Partay #Aspire2HaveYourCakeAndEatItToo #YourNextChapter
We made our way to Thailand this month! Celebrating the Lantern Festival. Releasing lanterns into the sky with well wishes for the upcoming year! A special thank you for the beautiful display of Thai culture from one of our residents! #Aspireformorefun #Aspiretocelebrate #Aspiretoexperiencenewthings #Aspiretoneverstoplearning #Yournextchapter
Oh Snap! Happy Grandparents Day to all our amazing Members! Thank you to all
our member families who stopped by to have your family photo taken and celebrate the day! #Aspiretocometogether #Grandparentsday #YourNextChapter
Today we remember those who lost their lives 19 years ago and all those who answered the call with their selfless acts of bravery. Words will never reach how we all felt that day but remember that call to service of others and for the simplest acts of kindness to honor those who we lost. #neverforget
We are enjoying our physically distant Labor Day celebration here with some of the classic end of summer dishes! (Is it possible to have 2 plates?! It all looks so good!) The ultimate debate: is it a cookout or a barbecue?
Have a happy and safe Labor Day! #Aspiretocelebratesummer #Aspireformorehamburgers #laborday #labordayparty #socialdistantfun #yournextchapter
What else would you do on a gorgeous early fall day in RVA than brew Oktoberfest beer with friends!? This batch will be ready to drink come October 5th and we can't wait to drink it with you! #Aspiretotrynewthings #Aspiretostaysocial #YourNextChapter
Oans, zwoa, drei, g’suffa! (One, two, three, drink!) We enjoyed celebrating Oktoberfest with our friends here at Aspire. We hope you will join us for our next happy hour featuring our home brewed Aspire beer. Prost! #AspireforNocheinBierbitte #Aspiretocelebrate #yournextchapter
Trick or treating looks a bit different this year, so one of our residents helped our Salus Director make goodie bags to handout to the boy-scouts! #Aspiretoserveyourcommunity #Aspiretogiveback #Yournextchapter
Join us Monday, October 19th at 4:00 pm on Facebook Live as we stream one of our weekly Tai Chi classes with Petra, Aspire’s go-to Yoga and Tai Chi guide. While Tai Chi is meditation in motion, seated Tai Chi promotes serenity through gentle, flowing movements meant to reduce stress, reinvigorate the body and center ones self. Tune in on Facebook Live or contact us for alternative streaming options. RSVP through the link below or on the Facebook event page!
MON, OCT 19 AT 4:00 PM EDT
Facebook LIVE Virtual Tai Chi
MON, OCT 19 AT 4:00 PM EDT
Facebook LIVE Virtual Tai Chi
Just three ladies taking fashion inspiration from a Halloween classic! 👻🎃#beetlejuicebeetlejuicebeetlejuice #Aspiretobespooky #Aspireforshowtime #yournextchapter
Join us Monday, October 19th at 4:00 pm on Facebook Live as we stream one of our weekly Tai Chi classes with Petra, Aspire’s go-to Yoga and Tai Chi guide. While Tai Chi is meditation in motion, seated Tai Chi promotes serenity through gentle, flowing movements meant to reduce stress, reinvigorate the body and center ones self. Tune in on Facebook Live or contact us for alternative streaming options. RSVP on the Facebook event page or click here: https://ecs.page.link/uWV82
Got back from a fabulous trip yesterday to Carter Mountain Orchard and Mother Nature provided the perfect day for apple picking, gorgeous views, and even some peach ice cream! #AspireForAdventures #AspireForBlueRidgeBlueSkies #AspireForDonutFueledDriveBackNaps #YourNextChapter
Chef Brown outdoing himself again with this Asian Fusion Fried Oyster salad today! Want to experience our Main Street Dining for yourself? Give us a call or message us today for a tour and have a meal too! #AspireToEatWell #AspireToTryNewThings #YourNextChapter
Happy hours are about to be 🔥! We have been enjoying physically distant happy hours in our outdoor dining area every Monday, Wednesday and Friday all summer long but now that fall is in the air it’s time to light up the fireplace and have ourselves delightful outdoor Happy Hour this Wednesday in the East Courtyard! #AspireToBeSocial #AspireToJoinUs #AspireToGatherWithFriends #YourNextChapter
Happy Birthday to all of our October babies and thank to our concierge, Tristan, for hitting the high notes for us! #AspireToCelebrate #AspireToPartyWithFriends #YourNextChapter
Why didn’t the skeleton go to see the scary movie? He didn’t have the guts!
We are holding a contest here in the community to name our two new October residents. What do you think their names should be? Winners will be announced next week!
#Aspiretobespooky #Aspiretobebadtothebone #Aspiretobehumerus #Weulnawanttobewithyou #itsgoingtibiaokay #yournextchapter
And now, here is the host of “Aspire Jeopardy” Jaime Rucci!! Our residents enjoyed friendly competition, learning new facts and now have the Jeopardy waiting song stuck in their heads! Join us next week on Aspire Jeopardy! #WhatisAspireatcarriagehill #Friendlycompetitionfor400 #Aspirejeopardy #yournextchapter
Virtual Tai Chi with Petra
Something wicked this way comes! Celebrating Aspire’s first Boos-Thru with the best ghosts and ghouls in the community!
#Aspiretobespooky #weareonlyherefortheboos #yournextchapter
Hello Gourd-geous! We are giving them pumpkin to talk about! Our residents always have a gourd time painting pumpkins with Paint For Good. #Aspireforagourdtime #Aspireforpun-kins #aspiretobecreative #yournextchapter
When it’s chilly outside we make chili inside! We love our homemade food here at Aspire! What is your go-to soup?
#Aspiretobespicy #Aspiretostaywarm #Aspiretobechill-i #yournextchapter
We hope you had a spook-takular time dancing the night away to the Smokin’ Fireballs last night!! Our costume contest was fierce and we are excited to announce our winner’s: Joyce- Funniest, Lu- Most Creative, Martha- Scariest! Thank you to all who made this event so memorable! #YourNextChapter #Itsallabunchofhocuspocus #Tonightishalloween
All of the spooky Ghosts, Ghouls, witches and, warlocks, came out to scare tonight at our Halloween Bash! Let’s put on our dancing shoes and Oogie Boogie the night away! Tomorrow we will be announcing our costume winners! #aspiretoboogie #Aspiretoparty #Aspiretobespooky #Hauntatcarriagehill #yournextchapter
Things are getting spooky over here as we are preparing for our fun Halloween Bash tonight! We are so excited to be able to safely celebrate with the residents! Stay tuned to see the festivities later tonight!! #Aspiretobespooky #Aspiretohavefunandstaysafe #howdoyoumendabrokenjackolantern #withapumpkinpatch #yournextchapter
“In a world where you can be anything, Be kind”- Anonymous Aspire Resident.
During Aspire’s National Kindness Week, everyone had the opportunity to experience the joys of giving and receiving compliments! Thank you to the amazing residents here at Aspire for making this community such a wonderful place! Thank you to our incredible Aspire team who keeps this community happy and healthy! #Aspiretobekind #aspiretoinspire #aspiretobebetter #Aspiretospreadjoy #Yournextchapter
“All you need to paint is a few little tools, a little instruction, and a vision in your mind.” -Bob Ross
The residents here love having Paint For Good come into the community! Painting happy trees, as Bob Ross would say, in perfect time for fall! #aspiretobecreative #aspiretocreate #Aspiretoexpressyourself #AspiretopaintlikeBobRoss #nomistakesjusthappyaccidents #yournextchapter
Happy Veterans Day!
Happy international kindness week! We are kick starting this week with our compliments board. Do you have any compliments for the neighbors or staff here at Aspire we can add to our board? Call us at 804-286-1133 or come down to the lobby to add more to the board! #aspiretobekind #Aspiretospreadjoy #aspiretoinspire #yournextchapter
What a great way to spend our day with friends, wine, and a great view! Our residents enjoyed going to New Kent Winery for #winedownwednesday and can’t wait to come back! #Aspiretowineaboutit #Aspireformorewine #wantsomecheesewiththatwine #wineandaview #yournextchapter
Happy Friday!! This Shrimp Pad Thai is ready for its close up and tastes even better than it looks! #Aspireformorefood #fullbellyfriday #Aspireforfreshingredients #yournextchapter
“As you grow older, you will discover that you have two hands; one for helping yourself, the other for helping others.” -Audrey Hepburn
We are supporting Feed More during the month of November and we are only halfway through the month! Thank you to all that have donated so far! Non-perishable donations only please!
SURPRISE: There is a fun prize for the top 6 donors! #aspiretogiveback #aspiretoinspire #AspiretoFeedMore #Yournexychapter
Here at Aspire we are getting ready to celebrate thanksgiving with some delicious Turkey!! Hey Chef Chris, how long will it take to cook? We are so hungry and ready to eat!! What is your favorite Thanksgiving food?!
#Aspiretogivethanks #aspiretobethankful #Aspiretoeatmoreturkey #yournextchapter
Lessons from a Christmas Tree:( Jane Lee Logan)
1. Be a light in the darkness
2. We all fall over sometimes
3. You can never wear too much glitter
4. Bring joy to others
5. Sparkle and twinkle as much as possible
6. It’s okay to be a little tilted
Thank you Paint For Good for helping the members of Aspire create beautiful masterpieces and learning the life lessons from the Christmas tree! #Aspiretobringjoytoothers #Aspiretocreate #Aspiretocelebrate #Aspiretotrynewthings #Yournextchapter
🎶It’s beginning to look a lot like, EGG NOG! 🎶
Ever wonder what goes into making the delicious holiday drink?! The residents came together and made a vat full of egg nog enough for everyone in the community to enjoy. What is your go-to holiday drink?! #aspiretocreate #Aspiretotrynewthings #Aspiretocelebrate #Aspireformoreeggnog #Yournextchapter
Our culinary team here loves to creat exquisite meals that both look and taste amazing! They are always encouraging residents to try new things. So our only question is, do you think this is Steak, Elk, Bison, or Ostrich? Let us know in the comments and the first person to get it right, we will deliver this meal to them! #Aspiretotrynewthings #Aspireforgoodfood #Aspireforfullbellies #yournextchapter
We had a blast today and experienced programming in all four components of wellness within our Salus (Latin for “well-being”) philosophy - physical, social, intellectual, and spiritual.
#aspiretoembraceoursalusphilosophy #aspiretocreate #aspireforahealthylifestyle #yournextchapter
Just the beginning of our fiesta fun!
#aspireformargaritaswithfriends #aspirefortacos #aspireforagoodtime #yournextchapter
Holidays have certainly been a little different this year but The Jefferson Hotel does it again with their breathtaking holiday decor and delicious meals served in Lemaire. #aspiretodinelikeroyalty #aspireforholidayfun #yournextchapter
Two fantastic nights of tacky light tours and Krispy Kreme donuts! #aspirefortackyfun #aspireforholidayspirit #yournextchapter
A good time was had by all who came to our Community Fiesta!
#aspiretofiestathensiesta #aspiretofiestaliketheresnomanana #yournextchapter
‘Twas the night before Christmas, and all
through the house
Not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse...
Guess who’s coming to visit us this Christmas Eve?? #YourNextChapter #HoHoHo #SantaIKnowHim
“The best and most wonderful things in the world cannot be seen or even touched. They must be felt with the heart” - Helen Keller. This holiday season was unlike any other, that’s for sure. But our community was blessed with many opportunities to still safely come together and celebrate the holidays.
#aspireforthefeels #aspiretoembracecommunity #yournextchapter
Many people were sad when Ukrop’s closed their stores in 2010. But did you know a Ukrop’s Market Hall opened back in December, selling their most beloved and missed homestyle foods!? Richmonders have endured the cold, waiting in long lines outside to once again experience the delicious food. We’ll be taking a trip over for lunch on Wednesday and we promise not to fill our bus with all the bakery items!
#aspireforcomfortfoods #aspiretoreminisce #yournextchapter
How did you celebrate your New Year’s Eve? We enjoyed a champagne toast with our friends! “Don’t be afraid of new beginnings. Don’t shy away from new people, new energy, new surroundings. Embrace new chances at happiness.” - Billy Chapata
#aspireforagreat2021 #aspiretotrynewthings #yournextchapter
It’s always great having Lynn with Paint For Good visit and create art with our community!
#aspiretocreate
#aspiretosupportlocalbusinessess
#yournextchapter
Unplanned twining for the win! #aspireforfriendship #aspirecheetahgirls #yournextchapter
Help us show your support for our Men & Women in Blue! It’s National Law Enforcement day and we are so thankful for Henrico County Police and all they do to keep the citizens of Henrico County safe! #AspireToProtectAndServe #NationalLawEnforementDay
#YourNextChapter
Martin Luther King Jr Day at Aspire.
We sure do love to eat and shop! Ukrop’s Market Hall was a fun experience and breakfast at Eggspectation was delicious!
#aspireforfullbellies
#aspiretoshoptilyoudrop
#yournextchapter
Karaoke: Making you a rockstar, if only for 3-5 minutes at a time. Our team had so many laughs while testing it out.
#aspiretorockandroll
#aspiretosingyourheartout
#aspireforteambonding
#yournextchapter
What better way to spend a Friday afternoon than with friends during happy hour and some great entertainment!
#AspireToHappyHour #AspireForGreatMusic #YourNextChapter
Bingo with friends and a break for the Inauguration!
#AspireForAMorePerfectUnion
#AspireForTheLandOfTheFREE
#AspireForGirlPower
#YourNextChapter
We sure do love to eat and shop! Ukrop’s Market Hall was a fun experience and breakfast at Eggspectation was delicious!
#aspireforfullbellies
#aspiretoshoptilyoudrop
#yournextchapter
Karaoke: Making you a rockstar, if only for 3-5 minutes at a time. Our team had so many laughs while testing it out.
#aspiretorockandroll
#aspiretosingyourheartout
#aspireforteambonding
#yournextchapter
It’s Activities Professionals Week and as such, we want to take a moment to tout on our AMAZING SALUS TEAM!!! Jamie, our Salus Director and Victoria, our Salus Assistant are true champions in our community!! They bring such excitement and joy to our residents each and every day!! Today & this week, we celebrate them for all they do!! Thank you both for being so AMAZING!!
#AspireToTryNewThings #TeamAspire #YourNextChapter
“A cup of tea is an excuse to share great thoughts with great minds.” - Christina Re
#aspireforapartea
#aspireforpositivitea
#yournextchapter
What better way to spend a Friday afternoon than with friends during happy hour and some great entertainment!
#AspireToHappyHour #AspireForGreatMusic #YourNextChapter
Bingo with friends and a break for the Inauguration!
#AspireForAMorePerfectUnion
#AspireForTheLandOfTheFREE
#AspireForGirlPower
#YourNextChapter
We sure do love to eat and shop! Ukrop’s Market Hall was a fun experience and breakfast at Eggspectation was delicious!
#aspireforfullbellies
#aspiretoshoptilyoudrop
#yournextchapter
