October at Gardens at Columbine brings two team introductions, seasonal gatherings, and plans for a new way for families to stay connected. The October newsletter includes Assisted Living events and community updates.
October at a glance
- Meet Executive Director Mariah Ruell and Life Enrichment Director Stephanie Leyba.
- October 13: Pumpkin Spice Spa in the Activity Room.
- October 19: The Holiday Senior Shop mobile boutique in the Front Lobby.
- October 30: Trick-or-Treat from 4 to 5 PM on the first floor and in the Activity Room.
- Candy donations will help fill treat bags for the Halloween gathering.
- Watch for more information about LifeLoop, a way for residents and families to see activities, events, and photos.
Meet the new executive director
Mariah Ruell joins Gardens at Columbine from Gardens on Quail. Her work includes supporting staff development, building teams, and ensuring regulatory compliance. Originally from Michigan, she has lived in Colorado for seven years and worked with Stage properties throughout that time.
Outside work, Mariah enjoys camping, fishing, and hunting with her husband and their two dogs.
Creativity in life enrichment
Stephanie Leyba joins the community as Life Enrichment Director with about eight years of experience in senior living. She enjoys getting to know residents and hearing their stories.
Crafts, painting, cooking, and making things are among Stephanie's interests. She looks forward to bringing that creativity into activities that help residents connect with one another.
October gatherings
The October Assisted Living newsletter lists these seasonal events:
- October 13, 1 to 2 PM: Pumpkin Spice Spa in the Activity Room.
- October 19, 10 AM to noon: The Holiday Senior Shop mobile boutique in the Front Lobby.
- October 30, 4 to 5 PM: Trick-or-Treat on the first floor and in the Activity Room.
Families and friends are welcome at the October 30 Halloween gathering. The newsletter says the raffle winner will be announced at 4 PM during the event.
Help fill the Halloween treat bags
The community is collecting candy from residents, families, and community partners to fill Halloween treat bags. Ask the team about donating candy or joining the October 30 celebration.
Stay connected with LifeLoop
The newsletter introduces LifeLoop as a way for residents and families to see upcoming activities, community events, photos, and special moments. More information is planned for the coming weeks; ask the community team for the latest details.
Download the October newsletter for the full issue, or contact the team with questions about current activities.
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