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Toys for Tots Toy Drive

December 27th, 2018

At The Villas of Lilydale, our tenants love giving back to the community. That is why our tenants had their own toy drive for Toys for Tots. As usual, they came through with many toy donations! Check out the toy bin below!

Halloween at The Villas of Lilydale

November 13th, 2018

At the Villas of Lilydale, we had a blast celebrating Halloween. Our tenants and staff members dressed up for some Halloween fun. Check out our pictures from the evening!

5-Year Anniversary Party

October 8th, 2018

We had our 5-year anniversary party on Oct. 1st. Residents enjoyed appetizers, harp music, drinks, and a photo booth. The residents that have been with us since 2013 received gift bags, and there were door prizes for a few lucky attendees.

Walk to End Alzheimer’s 2018

September 18th, 2018

We are proud to announce that Villas of Lilydale and ten other Southview Senior Communities raised over $23,000, more than doubling our goal! The Walk to End Alzheimer’s is a nationwide fundraiser event for the Alzheimer’s Association in an effort to support lives affected by Alzheimer’s and advance research to treat and prevent Alzheimer’s disease.

Walk to End Alzheimer’s

September 6th, 2018

On September 15, we join the Walk to End Alzheimer’s at Target Field in Minneapolis. Alzheimer’s is the sixth leading cause of death in the United States, killing more than breast cancer and prostate cancer combined. One in three seniors dies with Alzheimer’s or some form of dementia. The Alzheimer’s Association and Walk to End Alzheimer’s mission is to bring awareness, reduce the risk, and eliminate Alzheimer’s through research and care. You can help us by donating: http://bit.ly/2Bl2y7U or participating in the walk. Details here: http://bit.ly/2vOJVEg

Happy Labor Day!

August 31st, 2018

Happy Labor Day from all of us at the Villas of Lilydale! Enjoy the beautiful weekend.

Independence Day

July 3rd, 2018

The Villas of Lilydale wishes our residents, staff, and family members a wonderful Independence Day!

Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness Month

June 26th, 2018

Worldwide, more than 50 million people are living with Alzheimer’s and other dementias. During Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness month in June, the Alzheimer’s Association encourages people around the world to learn about and spread awareness. This month, go purple and inspire action.

Alzheimer’s is a disease that attacks the brain. The most common form of dementia, Alzheimer’s is not a normal part of the aging process. The disease affects memory, thought process, and behavior, and is serious enough to interfere with daily life, progressively worsening over time. The sixth leading cause of death in the United States, Alzheimer’s has no cure.

Current Statistics

• 5.7 million Americans have Alzheimer’s disease, including 94,000 Minnesotans aged 65 and older.
• Every 65 seconds, someone in the United States develops Alzheimer’s.
• One in three seniors dies with Alzheimer’s or another dementia, killing more than breast cancer and prostate cancer combined.
• Deaths from Alzheimer’s disease increased 123% between 2000 and 2015.

(video: Alzheimer’s Association 2018 Alzheimer’s Disease Facts and Figures)

Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness Month

The Minnesota-North Dakota Chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association suggests these ways to learn more and get involved during Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness Month:

• Spread awareness of the 10 Ways to Love Your Brain – it’s never too early or too late to develop healthy habits, and combining these habits, like regular cardiovascular exercise, a balanced, healthy diet, challenging your mind, and getting enough sleep, can help reduce risk of cognitive decline.
• Share facts about Alzheimer’s.
• Get inspired by powerful stories of people sharing their experiences with the disease.
• Go Purple – wear the official color of Alzheimer’s awareness and turn your social media profiles purple as well.
• Participate in The Longest Day event on June 21 in honor of those facing the disease. Select any activity that you love (or one loved by someone affected by Alzheimer’s), raise money to advance the cause, and share your story.
• Attend events that raise awareness throughout the month of June.

Memory Care at Lilydale Senior Living

As part of the Southview Communities continuum of care, the Villas of Lilydale offers Independent Living for older adults. Should needs change, Assisted Living and Memory Care options are available on campus at the Lilydale Senior Living facility. Contact us to learn more about our senior living programs.

Happy Father’s Day

June 15th, 2018

Happy Father’s Day to all the extraordinary dads at the Villas of Lilydale!

Memorial Day

May 25th, 2018

This Memorial Day weekend, all of us at the Villas of Lilydale remember and honor the men and women who have given their lives while serving our country.