Peaceful Pines Senior Living at Brookings

11/08/2025

We were so excited to get another item marked off of Phyllis’s bucket list! 🐰💙💛

First South Dakota State Volleyball match at 99? Phyllis says no problem! 💙

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11/08/2025

❄️ South Dakota winters are long, but they don’t have to be lonely. Experience The Hearthside Stay at Peaceful Pines Senior Living, a short-term winter retreat designed for comfort, safety, and community. Enjoy chef-prepared meals, daily activities, and cozy surroundings — and for a limited time, we’ll waive the community enrollment fee.

Come in from the cold and discover warm days, peaceful nights at Peaceful Pines. Learn More: https://peacefulpines.net/hearthside_winter_stay/

11/07/2025

Peaceful Pines residents enjoy a rich, hearty, and healthy menu for all meals and snacks! 🥦🥐

Our culinary team bakes and cooks up creativity in the kitchen, making mealtimes not just a routine, but a comforting and joyful time! 🧑‍🍳

11/05/2025

Caring for a loved one takes heart, but even the most devoted caregivers need time to rest, travel, or simply breathe.

At Peaceful Pines Senior Living, our Respite Stays offer short-term support for your loved one and peace of mind for you. It’s compassionate care in a warm, engaging community where connection and comfort come naturally.

✨ Learn how a short stay can make a lasting difference for both of you.
Read the full story on our blog 👉 https://ow.ly/MGAA50Xn6Hc

11/04/2025

💙 Another Bucket List Moment for Phyllis! 💛

This weekend, we took a very special trip to cheer on the South Dakota State Volleyball team, and for Phyllis, it was more than just a game. Attending an SDSU Volleyball match was on her bucket list, and we were thrilled to help her check it off!

It was her first-ever volleyball game, and what a game it was — SDSU won! 🏐💙 To make it even more memorable, Phyllis met Jack and took photos with several players after the match. The smiles say it all!

We’re so grateful for moments like this, living life together, one bucket list at a time. 💛

11/04/2025

What a spooktacular Halloween it was here at Peaceful Pines! On Thursday, our residents handed out candy to over 100 adorable trick-or-treaters — from tiny superheroes to sparkly princesses, we saw it all! 🍬✨
Then on Friday, the fun continued with our Halloween Party full of laughs, trivia, festive punch, and delicious treats. The room was filled with smiles, spooky decorations, and plenty of boo-tiful memories! 💜🕸️
We’re already counting down the days until next Halloween! 👻🎉

11/03/2025

Our Life Enrichment Coordinators plan a variety of fun activities, outings, and events for our residents! 🧩

The Dimensions of Wellness inspire the design and purpose of these activities to support well-rounded wellness for all our residents. 💪🧠

Learn more about the Dimensions of Wellness here:

Each of the dimensions of wellness is important to overall wellness for seniors; they are like pieces to a whole.

11/02/2025

🕰️ 𝗗𝗼𝗻’𝘁 𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗴𝗲𝘁 𝘁𝗼 𝘀𝗲𝘁 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗰𝗹𝗼𝗰𝗸𝘀 𝗯𝗮𝗰𝗸 𝗼𝗻𝗲 𝗵𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘁𝗼𝗻𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁!
While many of us are excited for an extra hour of sleep, this seasonal change can be especially hard on those living with Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. As darkness arrives earlier, it can intensify confusion, restlessness, and sundowning symptoms, creating additional challenges for both individuals and caregivers.

💡 In our latest blog, we share helpful tips to ease the transition and support a sense of calm and routine during this time.

👉 Read the blog here: https://bit.ly/DaylightFallback

How the end of Daylight Saving Time affects people with Alzheimer's or related dementia, and get expert tips to ease sundowning and support routine stability.

10/31/2025

Happy Halloween!!! We hope you have a wonderful, costume-filled evening with lots of treats…and hopefully not too many tricks! 🎃

10/31/2025

A big shoutout to Tim, our incredible Maintenance Director! 👏

Tim rolled up his sleeves and jumped in to help our culinary team. Proving once again that teamwork really does make the dream work. Whether it’s fixing something around the building or lending a hand in the kitchen, Tim always goes above and beyond for our community.

We’re so grateful for your hard work, positive attitude, and willingness to help wherever needed. Thank you for being such an important part of our Peaceful Pines family, Tim! 💚

10/27/2025

🎃Reminder!!! 🎃

This Thursday, our doors will be open for afternoon Trick or Treating! Come dressed in your costume 👻 and enjoy finding candy around our community! https://bit.ly/4nit3xq

10/24/2025

🚴‍♀️ 99 and feeling fine!
Phyllis might be 99 and a half, but she’s hopping on and off this bike like she’s 30 again! Her energy, spirit, and determination inspire us all to keep moving and keep smiling, no matter our age. 💪💛

Here’s to living life together and staying young at heart! ✨