Tim Dressman

from Tim Dressman Executive Director

Anyone who considers retirement a time to scale back and settle down certainly hasn't been to St. Leonard lately. While we all appreciate the value of some well-deserved

rest and relaxation, our residents also offer proof positive that retirement can be one of the most active, exciting phases of your entire life.

Take a look at the dozens of programs, classes, clubs, concerts, activities, and excursions offered at St. Leonard every week, and you've only scratched the surface. From informal outings and spur-of-the-moment get-togethers, to individual hobbies and projects, our campus has more happening on any given day than most families could manage in a month.

And that's just the way we like it. Our thriving, diverse community is a source of great pride for everyone affiliated with St. Leonard – and an inspiring reminder to continue to make the most of every day.

At the moment, you don't even have to set foot on campus to appreciate this message. An impressive, highly visible symbol of the St. Leonard philosophy is slowly rising from the grounds alongside Clyo Road. This construction project represents one of the largest and most exciting expansions in St. Leonard history. With the completion of the new Wellness

Center in spring 2011, and an additional assisted living and memory support residence the following fall, our total facility space will increase by more than 50 percent, and we'll be able to welcome 80 or more new residents into our amazing community.

This additional capacity will allow us to meet an increasing need in our area for both appealing retirement options and specialized care and support for a variety of situations. Even more exciting, however, are the new services and amenities the two new buildings will make possible. From a state-of-the-art health and fitness center and gorgeous dining halls, to dedicated, home-like residences for individuals coping with memory loss, the new facilities will be a real boon for current and prospective residents alike – as well as the broader local community.

In short, this fall and winter, great things will be growing at St. Leonard. If you're in the neighborhood, we invite you to stop by and see what's happening on campus. I guarantee you won't be disappointed!