Vitalia Senior Residences Westlake

04/18/2026

April is Stress Awareness Month, and meditation is a proven way to relax, reduce stress, and clear the mind 🧘🏽‍♂️😌🧠

This week, we had the pleasure of experiencing a sound bath and guided meditation with Kari Harris. To make the experience even more special, attendees received a hand-painted kindness rock on their way out each one thoughtfully designed by Kari’s son. A truly meaningful and memorable experience!

04/18/2026

Picnic-themed happy hour with John Kowalski! We enjoyed chicken salad and tuna salad sandwiches, along with potato chips and cookies. Great music, dancing, and time spent with friends made for the perfect way to end the week 🥪🍪🎶💃🏻

04/17/2026

04/16/2026

Today is National Pajama Day! Even though not everyone got the dress code memo, we still came together for a cozy breakfast social. Chef Eric treated us to a delicious spread featuring a traditional french toast bake, blueberry sausage links, bacon, and scrambled eggs! 🍳🥓☕️

04/15/2026

Elizabeth shares the Key Principles of the Montessori Approach to Dementia Care. Listen to episode 59 by following the link our bio!

04/15/2026

The Art of Re-Directing in Dementia - Thoughtful Connections Ep. 76

https://creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/thoughtful-connections/episodes/76--The-Art-of-Re-Directing-in-Dementia-e3hlr4f

This episode of 'Thoughtful Connections: A Memory Care Podcast' was recorded LIVE from the Haidee and Allen Wild Center for the Arts, at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Cottey College⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ in Nevada, Missouri.
Elizabeth and Charlie explain "The Art of Redirecting" in dementia care. This technique gently shifts a person's attention away from something distressing and guides them to something calming.
Join Elizabeth Thompson Certified Dementia Practitioner (CDP), Certified Montessori Dementia Care Professional (CMDCP), Positive Approach to Care Trainer (PAC), Certified Alzheimer's Disease and Dementia Care Trainer (CADDCT) and Charlie Johnson as they chat about dementia-related topics, including personal experiences, with the goal of helping family members and friends learn more about how to navigate the dementia journey. This podcast will offer support, information, and a sense of community to those affected by memory-related conditions, helping them navigate their journey with greater understanding.
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04/14/2026

Today we had a special visit from our friends at Intergenerational School - East! We spent time making sun catchers, playing games, and of course enjoying some sweet moments with our little community puppy, Honey 🐾🐶✨

04/13/2026

Getting into the spring spirit with these adorable rain boot vase paintings! 🌸💐🌧️

04/13/2026

Our newest episode of Thoughtful Connections dropped today!

Join Elizabeth Thompson Certified Dementia Practitioner (CDP), Certified Montessori Dementia Care Professional (CMDCP), Positive Approach to Care Trainer (PAC), Certified Alzheimer's Disease and Dementia Care Trainer (CADDCT) and Charlie Johnson as they chat about dementia-related topics, including personal experiences, with the goal of helping family members and friends learn more about how to navigate the dementia journey. This podcast will offer support, information, and a sense of community to those affected by memory-related conditions, helping them navigate their journey with greater understanding.

https://youtube.com/watch?v=V1HRdXKHhJA

This episode of 'Thoughtful Connections: A Memory Care Podcast' was recorded LIVE from the Haidee and Allen Wild Center for the Arts, at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Co...

04/10/2026

At Vitalia Westlake, supporting small businesses is one more way the community stays connected to the people and places that make Westlake special. These local partnerships bring added joy and familiarity to everyday life.

Read more:
https://vitaliawestlake.com/blog/supporting-local-businesses-vitalia-westlake/

Discover how Vitalia Westlake supports local businesses through partnerships, community engagement, and meaningful resident experiences.