Independence Village Fishers East

08/29/2025

Our Vice President of Culinary, Chef Kevin Penn, CEC, CCA, was recently honored as the American Culinary Federation Central Regional winner for the 2025 Dr. L.J. Minor Chef Professionalism Award.

This award honors chefs who exemplify professionalism, and Chef Kevin is more than deserving. His leadership has elevated dining across 150+ StoryPoint Group communities, turning meals into experiences and dining rooms into gathering spaces. We couldn’t be prouder. Way to go, Chef Kevin!

08/29/2025

🚀🪐 Independence Village Brighton proudly welcomed retired NASA astronaut Drew Feustel, son of two of our very own residents, whose visit filled the community with excitement and pride as he shared stories from his 23 years of space exploration. 👨‍🚀❤️✨

08/29/2025

🥳🎂 Independence Village Waukee had the honor of celebrating Mayme’s 107th birthday—a remarkable milestone for a remarkable woman whose warmth and wisdom continue to inspire. 🎉🎈✨

08/26/2025

Every wagging tail and wet nose brings pawsitive energy to our community, filling hearts with love and laughter. 🐾💞 Dogs are always welcome here—they offer comfort, spark smiles, and bring joy to our days. 🐶✨

08/26/2025

🌟 Grandparents Day is right around the corner — September 7! 🌟

There’s nothing like the charm of a homemade card, a fresh-baked treat, or simply spending quality time together. Looking for inspiration? We’ve gathered 15 creative and thoughtful ways to make this Grandparents Day truly magical.

✨ Explore fun crafts, activities, and heartfelt ideas here: https://www.storypoint.com/resources/health-wellness/grandparents-day-ideas/

See 15 of the top grandparents day activities. Spend time with loved ones with our ideas for grandparents day. Learn more here.

08/25/2025

Heading back to school or moving into senior living? 🤔📚🧳

Like students starting a new school year, many of our residents felt unsure about what was ahead. But just like students finding new friends and opportunities, they discovered joy, connection, and a community that feels like home.💛

Hear from our residents themselves about how moving to senior living turned into one of the best chapters of their lives. Visit StoryPoint.com to learn more.✨

08/24/2025

💦😎 Independence Village Waukee residents made a splash on the Slip ’n Slide, proving joy slides right along with you at any age. ❤️✨

08/23/2025

The residents enjoyed an outing to the bowling alley. Most of them had not bowled in many years. They all had fun bowling and reminiscing about past times spent on a bowling league. We even got a few strikes. Thank you to Pinheads Entertainment Center for making this a special experience for our residents.

08/22/2025

🎶🪩 A silent disco had Independence Village Grand Ledge residents moving to the rhythm of summer. 🎧 With headphones on and spirits high, the dance floor came alive. 🎼❤️✨

08/21/2025

Our residents have lived full, vibrant lives — and they have so much wisdom to share. 🌟 In honor of Senior Citizens Day, here’s what they want YOU to know. ✨💛

08/21/2025

Our very own community dancer, Jerry, was ready to hit the floor… . That is, until Mario stepped up to the plate and showed us how it’s done! 👏💃🕺

08/20/2025

🚢⚓️ At 98, Independence Village Petoskey resident Martha, made waves as the oldest person to ever captain the Harbor Princess ferry on Little Traverse Bay! From history-making moments to breathtaking sights, our residents are always steering the ship of life and proving that adventure has no age limit. ❤️✨

08/18/2025

Nothing says innovation like a table full of fresh flavors! 🍋🫑 Independence Village Grand Ledge started the week with a brunch that was truly five-star. ⭐️🍽️✨

08/18/2025

🎯💞 The Dating Game at Independence Village Oxford cooked up laughs, love, and a winning recipe for fun with Chef Brian. 👨‍🍳✨

08/15/2025

“Yesterday our community kitchen smelled like pure comfort! 🍝👩‍🍳 Chef treated us to a mouthwatering culinary demo, whipping up creamy, dreamy Chicken Alfredo from scratch. Delicious food + great company = the perfect recipe for a wonderful afternoon! 💛 ”

08/14/2025

🦔🐍🦜 What a WILD time we had! Hedgehog Hannah brought 10 incredible animals to our community, from the soft and snuggly to the wonderfully wild — and yes, even a brave few met the tarantula! 🕷️💚

A huge thank you to Hedgehog Hannah for bringing this unforgettable, hands-on experience to us. 📸 Here’s a peek at some of the amazing moments we captured!

08/12/2025

🏍️💨 Who says the need for speed has an age limit? Our amazing residents just took on the ** Bugatti Challenge— and proved that *golden years* can still come with a little throttle! Shout out to Katelynn Turner 😇 for making it happen ! challenge

08/11/2025

The Neighborhood residents spent the day with a special visitor. It was heartwarming to see the genuine joy and smiles that only a dog can bring.

08/06/2025

This morning, a number of residents enjoyed the lovely weather by venturing outdoors. We took a walk around the building, had some delightful conversation and rehydrated with glasses of cool, refreshing water. We all had to stop and smell the flowers too.

08/01/2025

We had an absolute blast today as the Bongo Boys joined us for a fun and energizing drum therapy session! Our residents lit up the room with rhythm, laughter, and connection as they explored the power of music and movement together.

Drum therapy isn’t just about beats—it’s about joy, expression, and community. And the smiles on everyone’s faces said it all! 😊❤️

08/01/2025

We had an absolute BLAST at our summer pool party this week! From splashing in the water to dancing to great tunes, it was a day full of laughter, connection, and sunshine ☀️

🎉 Highlights included:
💧 A special wheelchair and walker wash station – making sure everyone got to join in on the fun!
😄 An epic slip and slide that brought out everyone’s inner kid
🎯 A wild water balloon fight with the residents – and yes, some of us got soaked!
🍔 Delicious food, 🎶 great music, and unforgettable memories all around

Big thank you to everyone who came out and helped make it such a joyful, inclusive, and refreshing day! ❤️

07/21/2025

She wore an Itty ,Bitty teeny, we**ie, polka-dotted bikini… and she was a rockin! 😄 We had so much fun painting these sassy summer ladies — rock art has never looked so beach-ready! 👙🪨☀️

07/21/2025

It’s Culinary Arts Month — and our talented culinary team does more than just create delicious meals. They help support residents’ health from the inside out.

Check out our blog for 6 heart-healthy foods for seniors — plus tasty recipes that make eating well easy and enjoyable. Because good nutrition is one of the best ways to keep your heart (and life) full.

🍓🥬🍎 Read the full blog here: https://www.storypoint.com/resources/senior-nutrition/heart-healthy-foods-for-seniors/

See 6 of the best heart-healthy foods for seniors here. See examples of delicious and easy heart-healthy recipes for seniors in this guide.