Special Visits


107th Birthday Celebration & Letter of Gratitude

March 26th, 2021

We had a very special day earlier this month at Lilydale Senior Living as our friend and resident, Richard M., celebrated his 107th birthday! To commemorate the special occasion, he had a special visit with his daughter, Margo, and son, Richard, including a Zoom call with a large group of friends and family extending their congratulations, love, and birthday wishes. Please join us in wishing Richard a very happy birthday! 🎉🎂🎊

Our Residence Director, Pam, recently received a lovely letter of gratitude from a family member of one of our community members. He wanted to recognize the hard work of two Lilydale Senior Living associates – Stanley, a Home Health Aide, and Lamech in maintenance – in helping him replace the toilet seat in his loved one’s apartment:

“Today Stanley and Lamech pulled me out of the deep. It has become uncomfortable for Betty to sit on the toilet, so I bought her a cushioned seat which I thought I could install easily. Despite great efforts, I could not get the rusty bolts out of the old toilet seat.

Stanley volunteered to help me; before accepting his help, I had him confirm that it would not prevent him from carrying out his regular duties. He was able to remove the left bolt, but the right one wouldn’t budge. I told him we could use one of the plastic bolts that came with the new seat until Lamech could help remove the stubborn, rusty bolt next week.

However, Stanley was not satisfied with this suggestion. He was sure Lamech had power tools that he could use to get the right bolt out, and that proved to be the case. With both rusty bolts out, the new cushioned toilet seat went in easily. Betty is thrilled!

Stanley showed admirable persistence and ‘stick-to-it-iveness.’ He wanted to keep going when I was ready to give up. He’s terrifically handy, in addition to being an incredibly nice guy.

You know I think the world of the entire Lilydale staff, but Stanley’s actions today, with Lamech’s coaching, deserve special mention.” – Mike P.

Thank you so much for sharing your experience, Mike! We take pride in going above and beyond for the residents and family members of Lilydale Senior Living, and we love to hear when it shows. Awesome job, Stanley and Lamech – we are all so lucky to have you both in our community!

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Crafts, Ice Cream, and Other Fun Times

March 13th, 2020

We’ve been staying busy with crafts, ice cream, and other fun times at Lilydale Senior Living! We’re so thankful for the special visitors and the good times they bring with them.

Lilydale tenants had so much fun making these beautiful floral arrangements. ???

We want to give a special thank you to the Cretin Derham Hall boys’ hockey team for hosting bingo and serving ice cream sundaes at Lilydale Senior Living. A very fun afternoon for all!

Lilydale tenants had a blast making a St. Patrick’s Day craft with Cathie!

Lilydale tenants enjoyed a relaxing (well, and imaginary) escape from the cold during our “winter beach party” with Beachcomber Bob.

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2019 New Year’s Eve Party and Holiday Music

January 17th, 2020

We were certainly in the spirit of the holidays here at Lilydale Senior Living! We had our 2019 New Year’s Eve party, plus some special musical performances.

Welcoming the new year at Lilydale Senior Living with a 2019 New Year’s Eve party! ???

Last month, Brayden Drevlow performed at Lilydale Senior Living in while on his “Nutcracker Christmas Tour.” We always look forward to his piano concerts!

A kindergarten class from St. Paul Academy stopped by to share music with the tenants at Lilydale.

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Recapping October Festivities at Lilydale Senior Living

November 6th, 2019

Last month was busy, from Oktoberfest to all the Halloween fun. Here’s a recap of the October festivities at Lilydale Senior Living!

We hope you all had a very fun and happy Halloween! We know we sure did here at Lilydale Senior Living. ?

The Mendota Heights Moms Club joined us at Lilydale Senior Living for a Halloween celebration! Activities included storyteller Sara Waters and trick or treating. They’ve been coming every October for the last 5 years, and it’s an activity we all look forward to every time!

Cherokee Heights Garden Club held their annual flower show at Lilydale Senior Living!

We brought a little bit of the stadium atmosphere right to Lilydale last month with a baseball theme BBQ!

In honor of Oktoberfest last month, Lilydale Senior Living tenants and staff enjoyed a delicious German buffet with accordion music by Crazy George. An amazing time was had by all!

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BBQ Fundraiser, Night to Unite, and River Boat Ride

August 23rd, 2019

Lilydale hosted a BBQ Fundraiser for the Alzheimer’s Association on August 8, and tenants shucked all the corn that we cooked. Great food, great company, and all for a great cause!

Celebrating “Night to Unite” with root beer floats and friendly neighbors at Lilydale!

Last week, Lilydale tenants enjoyed a Jonathan Padelford boat ride on the Mississippi!

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Animal Education and Socializing at Lilydale

May 31st, 2019

We had a month full of animal education and socializing here at Lilydale!

Sandy Klas accepts the first signed copy of “American Eagle” from author and friend, Preston Cook.

Dodge Nature Center presented their Hens and Roosters program at Lilydale ???

Gail and Diana swung by Lilydale for some socializing and puppy pets with tenants ??

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Finnish Folk Music and Middle School Visitors

April 30th, 2019

Lilydale tenants enjoyed some Finnish Folk music with Layla Aika. It was a fun afternoon enjoyed by all.

Seventh graders from Faithful Shepherd Catholic School joined Lilydale tenants for some bingo and socializing. Volunteer pet visitor, Bodley, was also a big hit! ??

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TaylorMarie’s Fashion Show and Coloring with Kindergartners

April 12th, 2019

Lots of fun at Lilydale! We recently had a TaylorMarie’s fashion show, and spent time coloring with kindergartners from St. Paul Academy. Check it out!

Models for the TaylorMarie’s Fashion Show.

Kindergartners from St. Paul Academy joined the tenants at Lilydale Senior Living for a morning of coloring. ?

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Fun at Lilydale Senior Living

June 11th, 2018

The past few weeks have been full of fun! We are all so happy that the weather is nice.

Spring Weather

Enjoying the spring weather at Lilydale Senior Living!

Enjoying the Spring Weather at Lilydale Senior Living

Enjoying the Spring Weather at Lilydale Senior Living

 

Animal Ambassadors

Animal Ambassadors visit Lilydale Senior Living!

 

Mendota Heights Mom’s Club

Mendota Heights Mom’s Club celebrated May Day with residents at Lilydale Senior Living. They brought May Day baskets and tulips, while Sarah Waters engaged the group with stories.

 

Woodbury Lutheran Church Kitchen Band

The Woodbury Lutheran Church Kitchen Band entertained the residents at Lilydale Senior Living. It was a fun afternoon for all.

 

Goodbye Lori!

The photo is of Robin Solac, our activity director, and Lori Ronchak, activities coordinator, during our going away party. Lori has been with us for five years and will be missed dearly by our staff and residents! She has also provided many hours of musical entertainment for our residents.

Robin and Lori at Lilydale Senior Living

 

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March Bingo

March 15th, 2018

Here are pictures from bingo at Lilydale Senior Living with 6th graders from Faithful Shepherd Catholic School.

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