Ashton Gardens Gracious Retirement Living

Home is our sanctuary, our comfort zone. But it can also hold hidden safety challenges. Learn about home safety for older adults and discover how small changes can make a big difference in preventing accidents and promoting well-being.

Essential Home Safety for Older Adults When your loved one wants to continue living in their familiar home, you can help them make their dream a reality. Read our blog to learn more about home safety for older adults.

Find effective, practical tips to help you share your concerns and calm your loved ones’ fears about finding senior living options that work for them.

Talking to Your Parents About Senior Living Options Find effective, practical tips to help you share your concerns and calm your loved ones’ fears about finding senior living options that work for them.

As families explore senior living options, ensuring a safe and secure environment is paramount. From emergency response protocols and monitoring technology to staff training and community design, we’ll explore safety and security measures that contribute to the well-being and peace of mind of residents and their families. Read our blog to learn what makes a senior living community truly safe and secure.

Evaluating Senior Safety and Security Systems Exploring senior living? Learn valuable insights for making informed decisions when it comes to selecting a senior living community that prioritizes senior safety and security.

Finding the ideal senior living arrangement is a significant step, and the landscape is rich with choices. But which one is right for you? Learn more about continuing care retirement communities (CCRCs), their benefits, costs involved and considerations.

Continuing Care Retirement Communities: Are They Right for You? CCRCs aim to provide a continuum of care as a resident ages. Here’s how to evaluate the choices and the costs involved, and how to understand the contract options.

Home. It’s not a place – it’s a feeling. And that feeling grows stronger as we age. But when daily life becomes more difficult, older adults need support to age in place successfully. Read our blog to learn more about senior services and in-home care support.

What Is In-Home Care? Blog details the concept and implementation of in-home care for senior citizens.

Falls can threaten independence and health at any age. But by taking proactive steps, you can dramatically reduce your fall risk and safeguard your independence and health for years to come. From home modifications to lifestyle changes, our blog is packed with actionable fall prevention tips to help you build a personalized prevention plan that works for you.

Fall Prevention: 4 Fall Safety Tips Everyone Should Know Essential fall prevention tips for a safer life. From home modifications to lifestyle changes, discover ways to protect your well-being and develop a fall prevention plan that works for you.

It’s not a place – it’s a feeling. And that feeling grows stronger as we age. But when daily life becomes more difficult, older adults need support to age in place successfully. Read our blog to learn more about senior services and in-home care support.

What Is In-Home Care? Blog details the concept and implementation of in-home care for senior citizens.

Nobody thinks they will fall victim to fraud, but older adults are often the target of scams and fraudsters. In our latest blog, learn essential advice on recognizing and avoiding scams.

5 Elder Fraud Protection Tips | Hawthorn Senior Living Safeguard your future and learn essential strategies to protect yourself or a loved one from elder fraud.

Food, water, communication tools, a well-defined evacuation route - these are key in building an emergency preparedness plan. For older adults, successfully navigating emergencies demands a thoughtfully crafted and actionable strategy. Our blog serves as a guide, initiating a crucial conversation and equipping you with the knowledge and tools necessary to weather any storm effectively.

Emergency Preparedness for Seniors Stay safe and secure in any situation with this essential guide to emergency preparedness for seniors. Learn how to plan, build a kit and stay informed.

Choosing senior living can be a smart financial decision for adults for many reasons. Explore how choosing all-inclusive independent living can save you money in the long run, from reduced maintenance costs to included amenities and services.

How Independent Senior Living Can Stretch Your Retirement Budget | Hawthorn Senior Living Explore how choosing all-inclusive independent living can save you money in the long run, from reduced maintenance costs to included amenities and services.

Health care expenses are one of the biggest concerns for retirees. But there are ways you can anticipate and manage these costs. Use our blog as a resource for navigating the complexities of health care costs so you can master your health and wealth.

How to Protect Your Retirement Savings From Health Care Expenses Learn about common expenses, insurance options and proactive strategies to secure your health and wealth in retirement.

Happy New Year! A time to reflect on the past, enjoy the present and reinforce the future with fresh eyes. Share with us your resolutions.

There was an old lady that lived in a shoe. The L.L.Bean boot to be exact. How cute is our 2023 gingerbread house?!

Before the big day, Santa and Mrs. Claus came to Ashton Gardens for a visit. Residents and their families had a great time with the big guy.

Christmas: A time for tree trimming, gift giving and eggnog sipping! What are your Christmas traditions? Share in the comments below.

When it comes to living options, there are no shortage of choices. One of the most popular options is aging in place. But how do you make it work? Learn more about this popular trend and uncover the truth behind aging in place.

Aging in Place: The Truth Behind the Trend When it comes to living options, adults have no shortage of choices. One of the most popular options is aging in place. But how do you make it work? Learn the truth behind the trend.

Thank you Chef Brian and all of the kitchen staff for a wonderfully delicious Holiday Dessert Extravaganza! Our sweet tooth’s were well and truly satisfied!

Happy Hanukkah! It’s time to celebrate with the spin of a dreidel, lighting of the menorah and singing of song.

Happy Thanksgiving from our family to yours! Share with us your best Thanksgiving memory in the comments below.

In honor of Diwali, light brightens darkness, good triumphs over evil and humans always overcome. We are victorious.

We don’t know them all, but we owe them all. This Veterans Day, say thank you to the veterans in your life and any vet you see.

1st annual Trunk or Treat at Ashton Gardens was great fun! Thanks to all who participated!

A sneak peak of our gingerbread house so far and some of the cutest cookies ever. Made by our very talent night cook, Nio!

Due to the sad events that happened to our neighbors in Lewiston, we had postponed our “Trunk or Treat” event this past weekend. Please join us for our new date this Saturday, November 4, 2023, from 3-5pm. All are welcome! The more the merrier!

Happy spooky season from Ashton Gardens! 🎃

Our recent Harvest Festival, complete with a petting zoo! What a great day full of yummy fall foods, decorations and some amazing interactions with some furry friends! 🍂

The month of October helps to remind us of the benefits physical therapy has on overall health.

Two happy bumble bees, enjoying a gorgeous flower, grown by one of our community’s “green thumb” residents. I think the bees are buzzing a very happy thank you!

Ring in Rosh Hashanah with loved ones, beloved customs and practical goals to promote positive growth in the New Year.

The best parents get promoted to grandparents! Spoil them as much as they spoiled you in honor of National Grandparents Day.