Maple Brook Terrace Retirement Community

07/28/2025

🌱 Plant-based eating is a flavorful and nourishing way to support heart health, boost energy levels, and enjoy a variety of fresh, seasonal ingredients. From tangy broccoli salad to hearty summer pasta, adding more veggies and whole grains to your meals can be both satisfying and delicious.

Whether you're looking for inspiration for your next barbecue or a light evening dinner, these vibrant recipes are easy to make and perfect for sharing with friends and family in independent living communities.

Discover 5 of our favorite, plant-based recipes: https://bit.ly/3Y9uHXs

Delicious vegan recipes to enjoy this summer from our independent living communities, by leading senior living group, Sunshine Retirement Living

07/25/2025

💗 There’s a special kind of comfort that dogs bring. Their gentle nuzzles, wagging tails, and calm presence can make all the difference. Pet therapy offers older adults meaningful moments of connection, easing stress and brightening the day.

Whether it’s sharing playful time, enjoying a quiet cuddle, or simply feeling the joy of a wagging tail nearby, these interactions reduce loneliness, lift mood, and support overall well-being. It’s more than a visit. It’s a joyful bond that fills each day with warmth and purpose.

07/23/2025

Did you know aromatherapy can offer meaningful emotional and psychological support? Gentle and natural, it helps older adults feel more calm, connected, and emotionally balanced. Here are some of the key benefits:

🪻 Helps reduce anxiety and promote calm by lowering stress hormones like cortisol
😊 Supports mood balance by stimulating feel-good chemicals like dopamine and endorphins
🍋 Uplifts emotional well-being with energizing scents such as citrus and rosemary
🌙 Improves sleep quality through calming oils like lavender during massage or bath time
🌿 Encourages connection to surroundings, helping residents feel more grounded.

07/22/2025

Maple Brook Terrace Retirement Community New Always Available Menu: We appreciate Chef Michael's dedication to excellence, continually raising the bar Maple Brook Terrace Retirement Community

07/22/2025

Dark sweet cherry ice cream with fresh peaches and whipped topping was today's treat with Chef Michael. Maple Brook Terrace Retirement Community

07/22/2025

Choosing senior living is about much more than practical benefits. It is about connection, a sense of belonging that enriches daily life for older adults. Here are five ways social connection thrives in memory care communities:

🌼 A close-knit community that feels like family, where genuine friendships form naturally
🌼 A lifestyle filled with meaningful activities that encourage socializing and personal growth
🌼 Mealtimes that foster conversation and connection, creating moments of shared joy
🌼 Maintenance-free living that frees time for social engagement and peace of mind
🌼 Supportive staff who nurture belonging through compassion and encouragement

07/21/2025

🧘‍♀️ Over the years, self-care has become associated with pampering and indulgence, but true self-care goes much deeper. It’s about consistently caring for your mind and body through things like balanced eating, regular checkups, and daily routines that support overall wellness.

For those in independent living, embracing underrated forms of self-care can lead to a healthier, more fulfilling lifestyle.

Explore some simple yet powerful ways to prioritize real self-care: https://bit.ly/4nf2l98

Over the last few years, the term self-care has come to be known as a chance for you to buy a treat for yourself, get your nails done, go on vacations, or even indulge in excess sweets. While these are lovely things to do for yourself every once in a while, they aren’t truly what Read More

07/19/2025

Carol Law Babbitt Posting The Best in the Upstate Sticker!!!!!

07/19/2025

Friday Afternoon trip to Culver’s. Contest winners were treated to a free milkshake.

07/18/2025

Yummy mocktail alert! 🍹

Bursting with vibrant flavor, this Berry Bliss Spritzer is a refreshing way to stay hydrated and enjoy a touch of natural sweetness. Light, fruity, and easy to make, it’s the perfect pick-me-up for any time of day.

Berry Bliss Spritzer
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Servings: 2

Ingredients:
🟣 1 cup mixed berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries)
🟣 1 cup sparkling water
🟣 1 tablespoon lemon juice
🟣 1 teaspoon honey or agave syrup
🟣 Ice cubes
🟣 Lemon slices and mint leaves for garnish

Instructions:
1️⃣ In a blender, puree the mixed berries until smooth.
2️⃣ Strain the berry puree through a fine mesh sieve to remove seeds.
3️⃣ In a glass, combine the berry puree, sparkling water, lemon juice, and honey.
4️⃣ Stir well and add ice cubes.
5️⃣ Garnish with lemon slices and mint leaves.

Sip and savor the berry bliss- it’s sweet, refreshing, and full of feel-good ingredients.