My City January 2023

ADVERTORIAL

as “enhanced” independent living, a relatively unique concept, perfect for our aging population. All the necessities for an active senior lifestyle can be found at Abbey Park. Activities include Wii bowling, crafts, puzzle construction, Bible devotionals, happy hour parties, ice cream socials, bingo, and trips to the casino, local restaurants, church services and movies. Every week, entertainment is brought in for the enjoyment of all. Residents receive a weekly calendar of events so they can plan to participate in their favorite activities. At Abbey Park, the main dining room is not only bright and cheery, but also renowned for delicious, home-cooked meals. For those who still enjoy cooking, a full kitchen is provided in each apartment and transportation to grocery stores is available. Abbey Park Administrator, Kathy Felix remarks that the staff truly cares for the residents. “We all treat them as if they are our family,” states Felix, “it is an honor to know them.” Six-year Abbey Park resident Gladys Rock states, “It’s clean. You never come in here and think it is assisted living. It’s pretty and very pleasing to one’s soul.” Perhaps Eileen Boucher who lived at Abbey Park for over nine years summed it up best when she said, “It is not the bricks, mortar and the beautiful surroundings, but the people we enjoy mingling with who make this one special place … the best, as I see it.”

Pleasing to the Soul BY KATHLEEN FELIX, ADMINISTRATOR ABBEY PARK INDEPENDENT SENIOR LIVING

I n 2023, Abbey Park in Grand Blanc will celebrate 23 years of operation. Conveniently located next to Genesys Health Park on Baldwin Road in Grand Blanc, the facility combines luxury living with small-town charm. Abbey Park is a retirement community committed to providing a safe and comfortable environment to those who call it home. Visitors of the facility are welcomed by a lovely, spacious lobby with a two-sided fireplace and comfortable seating. Most afternoons, several groups of residents are found there chatting and visiting with one another. Companionship, friendship and camaraderie are prevalent throughout the entire facility. At Abbey Park, monthly rental fees include a daily continental breakfast, activity programs, planned socials and outings, utilities, daily housekeeping, weekly cleaning service, a 24-hour emergency alert system, individually controlled heating and air conditioning, transportation to doctor visits,

the post office, banks and grocery stores. Laundry facilities with built-in detergent dispensers are also provided. Abbey Park’s little store offers various personal items and groceries for residents to purchase. What distinguishes Abbey Park Independent Living from other facilities is the ability to purchase personal care services “a la carte” as need arises. For those living independently, the basic rental package is sufficient. For additional fees, a Medicare-certified home health agency provides personal care for residents who require it, plus 24-hour emergency response, a medication reminder service, escorts to meals, scheduled check-ins, assistance with dressing and grooming. For those residents, a full-time on-site nurse addresses questions or concerns, performs blood pressure checks, monitors medications, facilitates diagnostic testing and coordinates with physicians. This type of community is described