Willow Springs Memory Care

04/06/2026

April is National Gardening Month! From planting to harvesting, gardening is more than an activity for our residents, it’s connection, purpose, and a sense of fulfillment. Here's why gardening can be powerful therapy for those living with dementia:
https://www.anthemmemorycare.com/blog/national-gardening-month-how-gardening-brings-joy-and-connection-to-individuals-with-dementia

April is National Gardening Month. However, avid gardeners will tell you it is a yearlong activity, planting, pruning, cultivating and finally enjoying the fruits of their labor. Visit any of our Anthem Memory Care communities and you will notice our large outdoor planters, full of an array of fledg...

04/04/2026

Today was such a fun day for our residents! We had an amazing turnout for our Egg Hunt, and it was so special seeing so many families, kids, and friends show up to share the fun with them!

A big thank you to everyone who donated candy, especially Freedom Hospice and Bristol Hospice, and to all the wonderful people who came out and spent time making today extra special for our residents. Your energy and kindness brought so much joy to their day. 💛

Happy Easter! 🐣🐰💐

04/01/2026

It was a colorful day in our community 🌈
Today we celebrated National Crayon Day by making crayon color-inspired parfaits, layering them with lots of freshly sliced fruit.
We also spent a good chunk of the day filling nearly 300 Easter eggs as the excitement builds for our Easter event this Friday 🌷🥚
We hope to see you there!

03/27/2026

Thank you to our lovely lady Rachelle over at Freedom Hospice for bringing your baby goat by yesterday! Laverne got to hold him, and it was such a sweet moment. We really appreciate you sharing that with our residents.🩷🐐

03/26/2026

This morning’s trip to Mary Lake was really special!

For a few of our residents, it brought back memories of walking the lake a long time ago, which made it extra meaningful. We also spotted tons of geese and ducks… including one we hadn’t seen before (if anyone knows what type of duck we found is, please comment and let us know! I attached a picture of the little guy below)

Such a nice way to start the day. 💙🦆

03/23/2026

Many families caring for a loved one with dementia, such as Alzheimer’s disease, don’t fully grasp its impact until the later stages, when the focus shifts to comfort and supportive care.
This is when palliative and hospice care teams become essential, bringing professional skills, compassion, guidance, and a sense of peace for both the individual and their loved ones.

What is the difference between palliative care and hospice care and how can they benefit individuals living with dementia? Here’s what families need to know:
https://www.anthemmemorycare.com/blog/the-benefits-of-palliative-care-and-hospice-care-for-a-loved-one-with-dementia

It is often not until the later-mid stages of dementia that families begin to truly grasp the reality of the illness. This is a difficult time for families, grappling with complex emotional issues as they begin to transition their actions towards supporting their loved one as they enter the final st...

03/21/2026

Happy First Day of Spring! 🌼

Although here in Redding it’s already feeling a lot like summer, we’re soaking up every bit of sunshine and fresh beginnings. Today we celebrated the season by baking lemon crackle cookies and painting pots for the starter plants we’re germinating.

Before long, we’ll have tomatoes of every size, zucchini, and bell peppers growing in our activity room! Something special to look forward to together. 🌱💛

03/19/2026

Our Hungry Bunny is officially in the lobby… and let’s just say, he’s VERY hungry 🐰🍬

We need your help to fill him up with candy for our upcoming community Easter Egg Hunt on Friday, April 3rd at 10 AM! Every piece donated will go toward making this a fun and memorable morning for our residents, families, and community kiddos. 🩷

03/18/2026

Happy St. Patrick’s Day! 🍀

Huge shoutout to our dining team for the incredible corned beef today, it did not disappoint! Our residents also rolled up their sleeves and made traditional Irish soda bread from scratch!

A pretty lucky day around here… and best of all, no pinches! 💚

03/16/2026

Regular practices like yoga or tai chi can greatly support both mental and physical wellbeing. As we age, these gentle, meditative exercises become especially valuable for reducing stress while improving flexibility, strength, and balance. It’s no surprise that they can also benefit individuals living with dementia. Here are some of the key benefits of relaxation exercises for those living with dementia (and caregivers!) ...
https://www.anthemmemorycare.com/blog/finding-inner-calm-how-relaxation-exercise-benefits-individuals-with-dementia

Anyone who has added yoga or tai chi into their daily routine will tell you how beneficial it is to their overall mental and physical wellbeing. As we age, engaging in relaxing, meditative exercises can become even more advantageous in relieving stress, while improving flexibility, strength, and bal...

03/14/2026

We’ve been loving the beautiful weather this past week. The sunshine has made it the perfect time to get outside and enjoy some fresh air together.

Let’s keep it coming! ☀️

03/13/2026

Music has a special way of lighting up our community. 🎶

These two clips from this week were a perfect reminder of how much joy it brings our residents. After the first clip, Rick was so excited to get Joe’s autograph!

Moments like these are always so sweet to see. ❤️