SIMPLY DIFFERENT - Retirement Living Sourcebook

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SIMPLYDIFFERENTbecause what surrounds youreally matters.

A difference thatappeals to yourHEART As well as your mind, your body, your spirit.You’ll see it as soon as you turn onto the scenicdrive that winds through our 220-acre campusof lush pastures and hardwood forest inhabitedby native wildlife. You’ll hear it in the cheerfulbirdsong, the gentle breeze and the peacefulabsence of city noise. You’ll feel it in thewelcoming, friendly manner of happy peoplewho thrive in a gracious quality of life.Brooke Grove Retirement Village is well-knownfor its unique setting of rural woodland beautyin the heart of a popular metropolitan area an innovative LIFE principles philosophy thatenriches your total well-being a commitmentto meeting the evolving preferences of today’sseniors an exceptional continuum of careresulting from six decades of experience.This community hums with warmheartedcamaraderie and a healthy zest for living sharedby neighbors and staff alike—in independentliving, assisted living, memory support,rehabilitative care and nursing care.Here it’s easy to stay in touch with who you are to enjoy the people and pastimes you love to live in a community that’s simply different. because what surrounds youreally matters.

"We touch people’s lives "More than a mission,A WAY OF LIFEAT BROOKE GROVE, WE UNDERSTAND THAT ALL OF US TOUCH THE LIVESOF THOSE WE ENCOUNTER, AND WE STRIVE TO MAKE SURE THAT IMPACT ISPOSITIVE AND UPLIFTING. AS A RESULT, THE PEOPLE WHO LIVE ANDWORK HERE ARE HAPPY—AND IT SHOWS.Our mission to enhance the lives of residents,fellow staff, family members and visitors toour community drives everything we do and iscentral to our LIFE principles.LLIVING WELL TOGETHERAt Brooke Grove, colorful indoor aesthetics,fresh country air and a lifestyle of physical,mental and spiritual well-being inspire acheerful outlook that’s contagious. Genuinerespect and consideration for each otherfurther add to the good nature and energythat sets our village apart.IINDIVIDUAL DISCOVERYThe sparkle of discovery is key to an engaging,lifelong journey. At Brooke Grove, there arecountless opportunities to learn, pursue interestsand expand your talents. We enjoy getting toknow all who live here on a personal level,listening to each individual’s life’s stories andlearning what inspires, what enchants, whatreally matters.FFAMILY MATTERSAt Brooke Grove, we value family, we supportfamily, we are family. Nothing is more importantthan the involvement of those we love. Familymembers are encouraged to visit often, join inactivities and events, and become a part of ourextended family, sharing in the special bondsbetween those who live and work here.EENRICHING EXPERIENCESWhether it’s the antics of our neighborhoodpets, laughing with friends over a card gameor enjoying an ice cream social, there’s alwayssomething to smile about at Brooke Grove.Children of staff and visitors are frequent anddelightful company. Winding outdoor pathsbeckon you to take a stroll and commune withnature. Excursions, social events, volunteeropportunities, music, theater performances,crafts—Brooke Grove’s LIFE enrichmentprogramming offers a variety of experiences,both familiar and new, tailored to your interests. simply inspired,simply different.

INDEPENDENT LIVINGTHE COTTAGES ATBROOKE GROVEEnhancing the active, independentlifestyle you already enjoy. because what surrounds youreally matters.

Rejuvenatinghead-to-toe wellness.Brooke Grove encourages you to be your best—physically, mentally and spiritually. Improve yourhealth with personalized fitness programs, tailoredclasses, seminars, LifeTrail stations and more.Dine on delicious cuisine creatively prepared bytalented chefs. Attend onsite lectures, cultivate agarden, volunteer your time, join clubs and socialevents. You’ll be among neighbors who share yourinterests and passions. And at Brooke Grove, ourexceptional continuum of care ensures youwon’t ever face life changes alone.Beautiful homes featuringcasual elegance and comfort.Cathedral ceilings, Palladian windows, gasfireplaces and other special accents blend perfectlywith the convenience of walk-in closets, 2-3bedrooms, screened porches and more. A private,over-sized garage keeps your car readily accessibleand protected from the elements. Spacious floorplans and an extra bedroom or den enable youto easily accommodate your favorite furnishings,welcome guests and make this stunning homeuniquely yours.A SAMPLING OF OUR INDEPENDENT LIVINGamenities AND SERVICESMaintenance free living,inside and out.With no responsibility for lawn upkeep, snowremoval, gutter cleaning, or even appliancerepair, there’s more time for what you really wantto do. Relax on your porch and enjoy the lovelypanorama. Explore the dining, entertainment,shopping, recreation and historic attractions justminutes away. Take a class at one of the area’s manycolleges. Meet friends for a show at the KennedyCenter. Cheer on the Orioles at Camden Yards.With convenient access to Washington, DC andBaltimore, your options are limitless. Spacious floor plans, 1,350 to over2,000 square feet Two or three spacious bedroomsand bathrooms Private drive and oversized garage(with two-car option on some homes) Electric appliances Covered porch and optional deck Optional sunroom and finished basement Full-size washer and dryer Elegant dining with cuisine preparedto order by talented chefs Biweekly housekeeping Lawn care, landscaping and snow removal Interior and exterior upkeep, includingmajor appliance repair Westbrooke Clubhouse with outdoorpatio and library Fitness center with Keiser exerciseequipment and personal trainer Outdoor fitness trail with LifeTrail exercise stations Fully equipped woodshop Community garden spaces

ASSISTED LIVINGTHEMEADOWSWOODSAND THENurturing freedom of movement,of choice, of self-discovery. because what surrounds youreally matters.

Support and encouragementto make individual choices.Whether it’s assistance with daily tasks or rekindlingmemory, our skilled staff is always there to offerhelp and strengthen confidence.Partnering with national leaders in the field, we’vedrawn upon the best thinking in the country andset a new benchmark in memory support. All of ourstaff have specialized training in assisting people withmemory loss and managing challenging behaviorswith dignity. Using redirection and anxiety reducingtechniques, they calm and reassure, decreasing theneed for medication. Creatively designed programsand settings stimulate memory and buildindependence and self-esteem.familiar comforts inhomelike surroundings.Nothing says “home” like a beloved petgreeting you the aroma of bakingbrownies the sound of a child laughing and the many other comforting touchesyou’ll find in The Meadows and The Woods.Here, skilled assistance blends seamlesslywith the welcome feeling of home.an innovative approach to assistedliving and memory support.Specifically designed for assisted living or memory support,each residential-style dwelling is home to only 16 residents.Over-sized windows and skylights allow natural light towarm and brighten each room. Community members gatherin family rooms with fireplaces and pianos, game and craftrooms, intimate dining rooms and sunny decks.At Brooke Grove, safety and security are paramount but notconfining. With easy access to large courtyards, residentsmove freely inside and out, visiting our neighborhood homes,strolling winding paths, and enjoying our peaceful woodedsetting. An ornamental Koi pond, flower and sensory gardens,and a playground for visiting children charm and entertain.Those who live here continue to grow and learn, toparticipate in lifelong hobbies and explore new ones,to love and care for one another, and to feel a sense ofpurpose with each new day.A SAMPLING OF OUR ASSISTED LIVINGamenities AND SERVICES Seven different residential-style homes withsecure and stimulating environments thatpromote independence and choice 24-hour licensed, professional staff Assistance with daily living tasks suchas walking, dressing, bathing, eatingand taking medications Specially trained staff educated inassisting people with memory loss Spacious, private rooms with sitting areasand private baths (some efficiencies available) Three wholesome meals a day withdelicious options Innovative LIFE enrichmentprogramming with meaningful activitiesand off-site excursions Access to outdoor gardens, walkingpaths and fish pond Linen, laundry and housekeeping services Occupational, physicaland speech therapies Transportation for outings andmedical appointments Chaplaincy services and spiritualprograms for all faiths Priority access to Brooke Grove’srehabilitation and skilled nursing care Respite care to offer family members abreak or a chance to experience BrookeGrove on a trial basis Full-time, licensed social worker

Rehab and long-term careBROOKE GROVEREHABILITATIONNURSING CENTERANDAdvancing recovery,independence and choice. because what surrounds youreally matters.

MEMORY SUPPORT IN ACOMFORTABLE, SAFE ENVIRONMENT.Our staff is trained in helping people withmemory loss and Alzheimer’s to make decisionsand build self-esteem through meaningful LIFE activities that connect each individual with his orher past. We work to improve health and abilitiesby reducing medication and promoting exercise andmovement. Access to beautifully landscaped, securecourtyards allows residents to enjoy the outdoors safely,while live-in pets and visiting children offeropportunities for friendly interaction andcompanionship. Through ongoing trainingand work with specialists, we seek to achieveour goal: healthy residents who participateas fully as possible in life.Ranked among thetop providers ofstate-of-the-artrehab and nursing care.A SAMPLING OF OUR REHABILITATION ANDNURSING CENTER amenities AND SERVICES 24-hour, skilled, short- and long-term nursing Assistance with daily living tasks,care ranked among the highest in the stateincluding bathing, dressing,administration of medications and IVs General and specialty rehabilitationprograms including physical, occupational Hospitality dining with mealsand speech therapy, joint rehabilitation,served restaurant-stylestroke rehabilitation, post-trauma and LIFE enrichment programming,post-surgery rehabilitationincluding innovative social, therapeutic,recreational and intergenerational activities, Specialized rehabilitation and skilledlive-in pets and off-site excursionsnursing for those with Alzheimer’s andother forms of memory loss Personal laundry, linens andhousekeeping services A cheerful, homelike setting withconversation nooks, family rooms and Chaplaincy services and spiritualeasy access to outdoor courtyardsprograms for all faiths Large private and semiprivate rooms with tall Full-time, licensed social workerswindows and private bathrooms Respite care to offer family membersa break or a chance to experienceBrooke Grove on a trial basisBlending the talents of an extraordinarystaff, a stimulating environment and aninnovative LIFE enrichment program,we offer exceptional rehabilitation andskilled nursing care. Our rehabilitativestaff and medical team work with youand your family to achieve optimalrecovery and independence.Expert nursing care providedwith respect and compassion.At Brooke Grove, we value our community members asempowered individuals and care for you as family. We encourageyou to continue making your own choices, regardless of the level ofassistance needed. Spending time together, we learn about your lifejourney, your preferences and your passions. And we create ampleopportunities for the activities and interests that matter to you.Providing a charming, easygoing environment, we want youto feel relaxed and at home. Divided into neighborhoods, ourRehabilitation and Nursing Center is designed with inviting décorthroughout, including dining areas, conversation nooks, outdoorcourtyards and cozy personal spaces. Neighborhoodpets and visiting children add to the feeling of home.

IT TAKES ADedication, expertiseand a heart forHELPING OTHERSAt Brooke Grove, attitude is as important asaptitude, and we look for a generous heart inevery staff member we hire. That’s why oneof the most distinguishing features of BrookeGrove is our remarkable staff. They likeworking here, and it shows in the special waythey touch the lives of all who live, work andvisit our community.It’s also apparent in our low staff turnover andleadership longevity. Since opening more than60 years ago, Brooke Grove has had only threepresidents. This sense of ownership and loyaltyhas resulted in a history of sound financialdecisions, a passion for quality and a genuineunderstanding of what our community memberswant. For more than six decades, Brooke Grovehas thrived thanks to the creative foresight ofour dedicated team and promises to do so wellinto the future.KEEPING THE VISION ALIVEIn 1950, registered nurse Eleanor Howe Marstonopened her farmhouse in Sandy Spring,Maryland, to older adults who could no longerlive on their own. She began the tradition of“touching people’s lives” with a commitmentto treating the whole person and a philosophyof service and care that has become BrookeGrove’s trademark. Today, her grandson followsin her footsteps as our certified, long-term caremedical director.VILLAGEto inspire discovery, purpose anda happy, fulfilling lifeAt Brooke Grove, that’s just what you’ll find. A community ofpeople who encourage, support and enjoy each other.Experience the companionable nature of our community and all thatmakes Brooke Grove different. Beautifully designed residences in a trulypicturesque setting. Unique LIFE enrichment programming and choices tosatisfy every palate. Unsurpassed continuing care and innovative memorysupport care. The freedom to pursue your passions.Come for a visit and see why Brooke Grove Retirement Village is oneof the most sought-after continuing care retirement communitiesin the state and how living here is simply different because what surrounds you really matters.For more than half a century, Brooke Grovehas been an industry leader in assisted living,rehabilitation, skilled nursing and Alzheimer’sservices. With the addition of our independentliving residences—The Cottages—in 2004,Brooke Grove Retirement Village became a fullservice continuing care retirement community.Today, one woman’s dream of compassion andkindness continues to be reflected in the peoplewho fill this vibrant community with energyand spirit. because what surrounds youreally matters.SCHEDULE YOUR PERSONALIZEDTOUR BY CALLING US TODAY!301-260-2320

"WE TOUCH PEOPLE’SLIVES "By providing excellence in service,showing respect and radiating kindness.By offering a practical, sensitiveresponse to people’s need for physical,emotional and spiritual support.By continuing the compassionate,healing ministry of Jesus Christ.By sharing comfort and joyfullyembracing the human family.301-260-2320 or 301-924-281118100 Slade School Road Sandy Spring, MD 20860www.bgf.org

Priority access to Brooke Grove's rehabilitation and skilled nursing care Respite care to offer family members a break or a chance to experience Brooke Grove on a trial basis Full-time, licensed social worker familiar comforts in homelike surroundings. Nothing says "home" like a beloved pet greeting you the aroma of baking