Branchlands

12/18/2025

Holiday cheer can be seen throughout Branchlands.🎄✨
Residents have been celebrating the season with festive happy hours and fun-filled cookie decorating.

12/09/2025

With the holiday season around the corner, families are searching for meaningful for their loved ones. TODAY has highlighted more than two dozen gift ideas that blend affordability and utility for the seniors in your life. From water bottle openers to bird feeders, there is something for everyone. 🎁✨

Check out the list:

Growing older is inevitable, but growing up is optional!

12/01/2025

With the holiday season in full swing, Linden House Assisted Living residents are enjoying winter fun. In December, they will be on the search for Lindy, the Elf on the Shelf, and participate in a gift exchange with fellow residents. 🎁

For more activities, check out this month's activities calendar:

12/01/2025

As 2025 comes to an end, December is sure to be filled with exciting activities for our Manor House residents. From a trip to the McGuffey Art Center to a scenic Christmas lights drive around Charlottesville, residents will be on the move during this holiday season. ❄️

Review this month's Independent Living activities calendar:

11/27/2025

From our family to yours, we hope your Thanksgiving is filled with meaningful moments, reflection, and delicious pie. We are grateful for our residents and staff who make our community special. Happy Thanksgiving!🦃🍂

11/21/2025

Are you a for a loved one with dementia?

Check out our 6 helpful tips if you’re managing your loved one’s daily living activities at home. From fostering independence to prioritizing self-care, read more in our blog:

Dementia caregivers aren’t always professionals who get paid. Oftentimes, they are a spouse, a child, or a friend, who assists with daily living activities.

11/12/2025

We had a wonderful time honoring our veterans at yesterday's Veterans Day luncheon! Residents enjoyed heartfelt video tributes and admired our Wall of Honor, recognizing those who have served.

To all our veterans—your bravery, selflessness, and sacrifices will never be forgotten.

11/06/2025

Throughout this month, Branchlands residents are embracing cooler weather and fall festivities! 🍂

Check out November's activities calendar for more:

10/30/2025

From a Veterans Day luncheon to a delicious Thanksgiving meal, November will be full of fall fun and appreciation for our residents. Check out this month's activities calendar.

10/24/2025

With fall in full swing, we have been enjoying the cooler temperature and beautiful changing leaves. Between our Fall Festival and soaking in the crisp outside air, Branchlands residents have been taking advantage of all the fun activities fall has to offer. 🌄🍂

10/16/2025

Moderate exercise and physical activity provide tremendous health benefits for seniors. With a colder season upon us, it's important to find ways to stay active indoors. Some indoor-friendly exercises include:

🧍 Single-leg balance
👟 Seated heel raises
🙂‍↔️ Left to right neck stretch

Check out the Branchlands' activities calendars to see what indoor exercise options are available to residents:
Independent Living - https://branchlands.com/independent-living/activities/
Assisted Living - https://branchlands.com/assisted-living/activities/

Explore more exercise ideas and a sample week plan: https://www.healthline.com/health/everyday-fitness/senior-workouts -plan

10/07/2025

Last week, we celebrated the new season with our annual fall festival. We had an amazing time listening to live music from Me & Martha and Adam from Nashville Standard, enjoying each other's company, and drinking apple cider! 🍂🎃