Here at Spring Lake Village senior living community, some of our residents use walkers to help them stay mobile and safe. They are an excellent device for doing so. To some, starting to use a walker may feel like you...
In academic circles, “sense of place” refers to the subjective and emotional attachment people have to a particular geographic location, shaped by their personal experiences and cultural associations. Drawing on this definition, Front Porch developed the Sense of Place program:...
When Spring Lake Village residents Raleigh and Patricia joined the community 11 years ago, they wasted no time in getting involved in their new home. “I remember Raleigh announcing that he didn’t come here to retire; he came to be active,”...
For resident Howard Gitlin, one of the co-chairs of Spring Lake Village’s Playreaders, performing plays is not just about putting on a show — it’s about trying and succeeding at something new. In his 10-month tenure, Howard has directed three...
As the wellness director at Spring Lake Village, I talk daily to many of our residents. I notice the most happy among them have something in common. No, none of them are taking a magic pill that boosts their energy...