Press Release Archives - Jackson Creek Senior Living

MONUMENT – Jackson Creek Senior Living will host a free “Lunch-&-Learn” event with introductions to the leadership team on Friday, June 2 at 11:30 a.m. MT.

Members of the public are invited to visit the Jackson Creek Senior Living campus, located at 16601 Jackson Creek Parkway, to learn more about the retirement community and the services available to local seniors. Lunch will be served during the presentation followed by a question-and-answer session for guests.

This event is free and open to the public, but an RSVP is requested. For more information or to RSVP, visit jacksoncreekseniorliving.com/events/ or contact Laura Hale at 719-725-6060.

About Jackson Creek Senior Living
Located at 16601 Jackson Creek Parkway, Jackson Creek Senior Living is a Colorado-based retirement community offering independent living, assisted living, and memory support services. The community is managed by WellAge Senior Living, a respected senior care management company.

MONUMENT – Jackson Creek Senior Living will host the Ms. Colorado Senior America pageant ladies for an afternoon of dancing, singing, and comedy entertainment on Thursday, June 29 from 3-4 p.m.

Members of the public are invited to visit the Jackson Creek Senior Living campus, located at 16601 Jackson Creek Parkway, for this crowning event honoring women who have reached the “Age of Elegance” (60+) and best exemplify the dignity, maturity, and inner beauty of all senior Americans.

Free and open to the public, but space is limited. Call Laura Hale at 719-259-1331 or visit jacksoncreekseniorliving.com/events to RSVP.

MONUMENT – Jackson Creek Senior Living will host Tom Mally, Community Educator from the Alzheimer’s Association, to present a series of Education Nights on Wednesdays, April 19 and 26 from 5-6 p.m. in the Falcon’s Nest.

Members of the public are invited to visit the Jackson Creek Senior Living campus, located at 16601 Jackson Creek Parkway, for any of these informative events on the topic of memory loss.

Wednesday, April 19: Effective Communication
Wednesday, April 26: Understanding and Responding to Dementia-Related Behaviors

Education Nights are free and open to the public, but space is limited. Call Laura Hale at 719-259-1331 or visit jacksoncreekseniorliving.com/events to RSVP.

MONUMENT – Jackson Creek Senior Living will host Sheryl Scheuer, Dementia Care Expert from Gentle Shepherd Dementia Training and Consulting, to present “When Words Don’t Work Anymore: Communication Strategies for Memory Loss,” on Thursday, February 23 at 4 p.m.

This event is free and open to the public, but an RSVP is requested. Call 719-725-6060 or visit jacksoncreekseniorliving.com/events to RSVP.

Scheuer’s educational presentation will offer valuable tips and tools that will help you better understand your loved one living with Alzheimer’s or dementia, improve communication, and reduce conflict and stress.

For over 18 years, Scheuer has been a community educator for Leaders in Dementia Care and on the Speaker’s Bureau for the Alzheimer’s Association. She brings real-world experience to her teaching and believes in engaging with her students in memorable and meaningful ways.

Jackson Creek is located at 16601 Jackson Creek Parkway. Refreshments will be served during the presentation followed by a question-and-answer session for guests.

MONUMENT – Jackson Creek Senior Living will host a 13-week GriefShare support group for anyone grieving the death of a family member or friend. The group will meet weekly from 6-8 p.m. beginning Tuesday, Jan. 31 through April 25 in the Falcon’s Nest (3^rd Floor), located at 16601 Jackson Creek Parkway.

Sessions will be led by Dale McClemore—a certified chaplain and member of Jackson Creek’s life enrichment team—who has been leading GriefShare support groups for the past four years in Colorado Springs and Monument.

Participants will be surrounded by others who share the pain of their loss and view a video series featuring tips and guidance from experts in the field of grieving to help them learn to cope and move forward toward rebuilding their lives. They will also have the opportunity to engage in small group discussions to share what they have learned and how they are coping. Each session is self-contained, and participants are welcome to join the group at any time.

Members of the public are welcome to join the group at any time, but registration is required, and attendance will be limited to 20 attendees. There is a one-time $20 fee, which includes a workbook.

For more information and to register, visit https://www.griefshare.org/groups/162569. Please wait until you receive confirmation before joining the group.

MONUMENT – Colorado-based technology company iN2L + LifeLoop recently recognized Jackson Creek Senior Living with a “2022 Communities That Shine” award for their innovative use of technology in the community to benefit their residents and team members. In its second year, the program’s award committee evaluated more than 200 submissions to identify the 15 communities that are going above and beyond to offer unparalleled experiences for residents, staff, and families alike. Jackson Creek was selected for staff efficiencies, supported by the community’s modern technology.

“We are honored to receive this award recognizing how we use advanced technology to keep our residents engaged in the community and connected to their families. It also supports our wonderful hard-working team members by streamlining daily operations so they can focus on what they do best, take care of our residents,” said Jackson Creek Senior Living’s Executive Director Keli Childs.

Jackson Creek uses the LifeLoop digital community portal to keep residents connected to their families with messaging and photo-sharing capabilities. They can also use the portal to register for community events, receive instant community updates, send messages to staff members, make maintenance requests, arrange transportation, and more. iN2L, or It’s Never 2 Late, provides Jackson Creek with touchscreen systems for residents to access an extensive library of educational, entertainment, cultural and health content.

A nationwide provider of a comprehensive senior living industry engagement, wellness, and community operations platform, iN2L + LifeLoop regularly recognizes senior living communities who use innovation and technology to enhance their staff’s efficiency in day-to-day operations to better serve residents.

MONUMENT – Jackson Creek Senior Living announced it will donate and take part in the fifth annual Festival of Trees, taking place at the Meridian Ranch Recreation Center on Nov. 19-26. The annual holiday event benefits local charities and non-profits through the silent auction of donated decorated Christmas trees.

The theme for Jackson Creek’s donated tree is “Gnome for the Holidays.” Residents and team members will create yarn gnomes and other ornaments to decorate the artificial tree and all proceeds raised from Jackson Creek’s tree will be donated to the Alzheimer’s Association.

The public is invited to visit the Meridian Ranch Recreation Center, located at 10301 Angeles Road in Peyton, during normal recreation center hours to see all the donated trees on display and take part in the silent auction. Admission is free.

About Jackson Creek Senior Living
Located at 16601 Jackson Creek Parkway, Jackson Creek Senior Living is a Colorado-based retirement community offering independent living, assisted living and memory support services. The community is managed by WellAge Senior Living, a respected senior care management company.

MONUMENT – Jackson Creek Senior Living announced it will partner with Tri-Lakes Cares to host a community food drive benefiting individuals and families in El Paso County from November 1-15.

For a list of currently needed items, visit https://tri-lakescares.org/donate/current-needs/.

The public is invited to bring donations of non-perishable food items to Jackson Creek Senior Living, located at 16601 Jackson Creek Parkway. Donations will be accepted daily between 8 a.m. and 7 p.m. at a designated drop-off in the front lobby, which is located at the retirement community’s main entrance.

“We’re grateful to team up with Tri-Lakes Cares food pantry this Thanksgiving to help collect donations for those in our community struggling with food insecurity,” said Jackson Creek Senior Living Director of Sales & Marketing Laura Hale. “Thank you to all our residents, families and team members, as well as local community members, who plan to give this year.”

MONUMENT – Jackson Creek Senior Living will host Kelli Holt and Tonya Dorman, local Medicare brokers from Think 65, to present “Don’t be a Victim of Medicare Scams” on Friday, Oct. 14 at 10:30 a.m. in the Columbine Room.

This event is free and open to the public, but an RSVP is requested. Visit https://jacksoncreekseniorliving.com/events/ to RSVP.

Based in Colorado Springs, Think 65 helps seniors and families understand the Medicare system and offers enrollment guidance. This educational program will focus on how to safeguard yourself or a loved one against Medicare scams and identify the common warning signs of Medicare fraud.

Jackson Creek is located at 16601 Jackson Creek Parkway. Refreshments will be served during the presentation followed by a question-and-answer session.

MONUMENT – Jackson Creek Senior Living today announced it will host a Fall Festival on Thursday, Oct. 27 from 2:30 to 4 p.m. in partnership with Journey Care Coordinating and Mountain Music Therapy Services.

Members of the public are invited to visit the Jackson Creek campus, located at 16601 Jackson Creek Parkway in Monument, to celebrate autumn’s arrival while enjoying apple-themed treats, live entertainment and guided community tours.

Sponsored by Assisted Living Locators of Colorado Springs, this event is free and open to the public, but an RSVP is requested.

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Free and open to the public, but space is limited. Call Laura Hale at 719-259-1331 or visit jacksoncreekseniorliving.com/events to RSVP.

Education Nights are free and open to the public, but space is limited. Call Laura Hale at 719-259-1331 or visit jacksoncreekseniorliving.com/events to RSVP.

This event is free and open to the public, but an RSVP is requested. Call 719-725-6060 or visit jacksoncreekseniorliving.com/events to RSVP.

For more information and to register, visit https://www.griefshare.org/groups/162569. Please wait until you receive confirmation before joining the group.

This event is free and open to the public, but an RSVP is requested. Visit https://jacksoncreekseniorliving.com/events/ to RSVP.

Call 719-259-1331 or RSVP through our events page to attend.

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