Jacob Matson says, “I started with little to no experience and was supported through my education. You’re really nurtured here.” With hard work and support from the team at The Springs, Jacob is now a nationally Certified Dietary Manager. We’re so proud of you, Jacob! #myjobisbetterthanyourjob
Are you ready for a life-changing career? We are currently seeking energetic and qualified candidates in the following positions:
https://www.applitrack.com/monarchlanding/onlineapp/default.aspx?Category=Springs+-+Dining+Services
This week we've celebrated Environmental Services at Monarch Landing and The Springs! We tip our hats to this dedicated and hard-working team, cleaning our entire campus day and night! This year, with a pandemic ongoing, EVS has worked even more tirelessly to keep our buildings clean and safe for our residents and staff! Thank you for all you do!
TUE, SEP 29 - SEP 30
10 Warning Signs of Alzheimer’s
Nothing is more life-enhancing than the company of family and friends. But while our family members come to us by birth, we actually get to choose our friends. After a lifetime of making lasting friendships at college, in the workplace, on the golf course, and in the carpool line at school, older people are well prepared to continue that trend in retirement,
Read more in our blog "New Friends Can Make Your Retirement Years Golden"
https://welcometomonarchlanding.com/2020/09/24/new-friends-can-make-your-retirement-years-golden/
Nancy Jo Godlewski would like everyone to know that the team at The Springs is FANTASTIC! LaKesha Rollins, our Guest Relations Specialist, made Nancy Jo’s birthday something to remember with flowers, balloons, and Portillo's helped make her day special! This is how we take care of our residents.
Today, residents and staff of Monarch Landing delivered beautiful hand-painted rocks to the Northwestern Medicine Proton Center. We are participating in Kindness Rocks program which shares positive, inspirational messages. Naperville Community Television (NCTV17) was there to film the beginning of what we hope will be a long-time program. Watch for more information and news on this wonderful initiative.
Mental health apps can help all of us in our quest to achieve emotional wellness and improved mental health. Each of these apps can be downloaded from the Apple App Store or on Google Play. Here's a list of favorites by Life Care Services.
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Emotional Wellness Apps for Seniors | LCS
A key benefit of textile arts is their ability to induce calm in their practitioners. In fact, the relaxation provided by knitting is similar to what is experienced during meditation or praying. This can reduce blood pressure and lower the heart rate.
Read more about our Stitch & Chat group, inspiration or help getting started on a knitting project: https://www.thespringsatmonarchlanding.com/2020/10/02/knitting-and-sewing-your-way-out-of-the-covid-doldrums/
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Knitting and Sewing Your Way out of the COVID Doldrums - The Springs at Monarch Landing
What a beautiful day for a photo shoot! Madison Brown, whose grandmother Sheila is a resident of Monarch Landing. At the start of the pandemic, Maddy launched a pen pal program with residents at The Springs Healthcare Center to keep them engaged. She will be the cover story of an upcoming issue of Kane County Magazine. Photos were taken today, with the magazine to be released early next month.
The Springs at Monarch Landing
September 30 at 10:00 PM ·
Need to hear a ‘feel good’ story? When it comes to resident care here, we have many stories to share!
This is Lakesha Rollins, our Guest Relations Specialist. This fine gentleman with her is one of the many residents Lakesha oversees in our rehabilitation area. He knows her by name and looks forward to her visits. Lakesha says, “I always check on him to take his glasses off when he falls asleep or pull up the covers to make him more comfortable.”
You have many choices when it comes to choosing a rehabilitation facility. Go where the staff caring for you is truly invested in your recuperation and wellbeing. At The Springs, caring plays a large role in your recovery, every day.
Do you have this kind of compassion, respect and dedication? Check out our open positions if so! https://www.applitrack.com/monarchlanding/onlineapp/default.aspx?Category=Springs+-+Memory+Support+Assisted+Living
They say that home is where the heart is. Please feel free to park your heart here! Learn more about our residences: https://welcometomonarchlanding.com/residences/
Today is National #MakeADifferenceDay. We are lucky to have so many great residents to brag about, but here's a story about one special one, “Nurse Millie.”
https://welcometomonarchlanding.com/2017/09/18/monarch-landing-resident-wraps-guests-hesed-house-tlc/
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Monarch Landing Resident Wraps Guests of Hesed House in TLC - Monarch Landing
In ‘normal’ times, they’re avid travelers and cruise enthusiasts. Our residents have a very active travel club. Because the pandemic has prevented them from pursuing their passion, a lighthearted ‘itch’ for those bitten by the travel bug was ‘brought’ to them. For the past five weeks, we held a Love Boat Cruise to the Hawaiian Islands. The multi-sensory event simulated a Hawaiian cruise, with special activities including a bon voyage party, games of ‘beach hockey’ on the community’s putting green, hula lessons and contests, a complimentary coffee tasting, entertainment, and more. Hawaiian-themed meals and tropical cocktails were served at dinner.
“This was a great opportunity for us to provide our residents with some travel-related fun without them having to leave the community,” said Nancy Capezzuto, lifestyles assistant. “It’s been a tough time for everyone, and this was a way for us to share some sunshine. You could see from their smiles that they had a wonderful time.”
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City of Naperville, Illinois, Government
October 20 at 9:02 AM ·
Early voting started at several locations in Naperville yesterday. Before you head out to vote, please visit www.naperville.il.us/voting to learn more about voting locations, hours and parking guidelines that may have changed from previous years.
DuPage County residents visiting the Municipal Center to vote should park in the lower level of the Municipal Center's parking deck and enter through the lower level doors.
Will County residents voting at the Public Works Service Center should enter the parking lot from the Fort Hill Dr. entrance to park in the area specifically marked for voters and enter the building through the main entrance.
At a time when COVID is changing our daily lives in ways we never imagined, it’s important to remember that kindness also is contagious. And it’s a powerful force for making the individuals who practice it happier and healthier, and the world a better place for all of us.
Read more on #kindness:
https://welcometomonarchlanding.com/2020/10/17/kindness-makes-everything-better/
Join us for BINGO with groups of 10 or less to improve your brain's alertness and memory, socialization and for the chance to win a prize from our snack/drink basket. Our on-campus hair salon, Muir Salon Group, is donating gift certificates for our grand prize basket!
Today is #NationalKindnessDay so we thought it'd be a perfect opportunity to share an update on our outdoor rock garden.
Remember when we created beautifully painted rocks for the Proton Cancer Center? They've been moved to their winter home—the lobby of Northwestern Medicine Proton Center. When we went to move the rocks, a staff member told us a heartwarming story.
This summer, a young pediatric cancer patient was delighted when she was told she could select a rock to keep from the garden. Very excited, she then asked if she could select more than one, so she could take some back to her friends staying at the Ronald McDonald House Near Central DuPage Hospital. They were all children receiving treatment at the Proton Cancer Center too. The staff found a bag for her to use to put additional rocks in.
It sure makes our project worthwhile!
The Springs at Monarch Landing
November 12 at 5:46 PM ·
“The hardest part of the job is the best part of the job….relationships,” said Lakesha Rollins. The Guest Relations Specialist at The Springs Health and Rehab Center of Monarch Landing noted that it’s impossible for her not to love the residents in her charge. One such resident became what Rollins said was her best friend, role model, and greatest cheerleader.
Read more about the special relationship that guided our Guest Specialist: https://www.thespringsatmonarchlanding.com/2020/11/12/guest-relations-specialist-guided-by-resident-role-model/
Thanks to Sandi Haynes for the virtual Veterans Day concert for us today! It was broadcast on the in-house tv station and so special. We especially loved the list of our Monarch Landing veterans. Independent living residents also received a cookie gift delivery today.
With respect and gratitude, we honor the brave #veterans. Thank you for your service! #happyveteransday
Come for the #SuperBowl Game, Stay for the #Commercials
Who are you rooting for - Buccaneers, Chiefs, commercials or snacks?
https://welcometomonarchlanding.com/blog/come-for-the-super-bowl-game-stay-for-the-commercials/
Happy Birthday, Facebook! 17 years ago today this social networking site launched. We're so grateful to have this site to connect and share with families and residents!
We're proud to be part of LCS, the nation’s second largest senior living provider. LCS has earned the 2021 Top Workplaces USA award, issued by Energage. The award recognizes company culture and employee engagement. Read more:
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Life Care Services Ranked Highest in Customer Satisfaction by J.D. Power | Life Care Services
We have such special residents who decorated Millie’s door to celebrate her 50th year anniversary of being an active nurse. Thanks to Millie (and our own nurses!) for making a difference in so many lives.
THU, FEB 25 AT 10:00 AM CST
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