The Spires at Berry College

04/12/2026

Join us – on April 15th – for Memory Lane. This support group is designed for those caring for a loved one with dementia.

This month’s topics include:
💗 Word-finding issues, confusion, repetition
💗 How speech and understanding change over time
💗 Strategies caregivers can use to reduce frustration
💗 When speech therapy helps

Learn more about this event – open to all – and RSVP.

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04/10/2026

It’s Parkinson’s Awareness Month – and in our community, we understand what providing specialized care for seniors with Parkinson’s looks like.

💙It’s a personalized plan unique to each resident.
💙It’s assistance with daily tasks and small movements.
💙It’s offering encouragement during challenging moments.
💙It’s celebrating progress alongside family.

Our caregiving team is there through it all. Learn more about our specialized support.

The Spires is just minutes from the vibrant energy of the college campus and the cosmopolitan charms of downtown Rome, GA.

04/08/2026

Discover an innovative approach to growing older as we welcome Dr. Roger Landry – renowned longevity expert – to The Spires.

Join us for a special presentation as he debunks stereotypes about aging and equips you with the tools you need to lead a healthy, happy life.

-April 28th at 2 p.m.
-April 29th at 10 a.m.

Seating is limited. Kindly RSVP to reserve your place.

Friends new and old are always welcome at The Spires. We encourage you to attend one of our many special events to experience firsthand everything we have to offer. We delight in coming up with new ways of bringing people together – join us for events meant to enlighten, empower and entertain our ...

04/06/2026

Join us for our Spring Fling Festival – Thursday, April 23rd. All are welcome!

Guests will enjoy:
🌷 A delicious picnic lunch
🌷 Live music & yard games
🌷 Unique local vendors
🌷 A petting zoo
🌷 Easter Bunny photos

Don’t miss this fun-filled event as we welcome spring. Let us know you’re coming.

Join us for a refreshing celebration of the season!

04/05/2026

At The Spires, we’re celebrating traditions together.

Wishing all who celebrate Easter and Passover a season filled with peace, joy and meaningful moments.

04/02/2026

This month, we’re hosting two special events dedicated to people with dementia and their caregivers.

💖 April 15: Memory Lane Dementia Support Group
💖 April 22: Memory Café Monthly Gathering

Free and open to the public, we invite you to join us for one or both! RSVP. https://www.retireatberry.com/events

Friends new and old are always welcome at The Spires. We encourage you to attend one of our many special events to experience firsthand everything we have to offer. We delight in coming up with new ways of bringing people together – join us for events meant to enlighten, empower and entertain our ...

03/31/2026

The Spires at Berry College is hosting a monthly Memory Café — a welcoming social gathering for those 55 and older with dementia and their caregivers. We believe it’s important for caregivers to connect with others who are going through a similar experience in a way that’s both joyful and therapeutic.

Free and open to all.

Bringing together people living with dementia and the people who care about them.

03/28/2026

During National Brain Awareness Month, we’re proud to highlight our Memory Care program.

Our specialized team provides:
-Structured daily routines
-Holistic and purposeful programming
-Compassionate, person-centered care

Learn more about our program.

In memory care at The Spires, we’ve cultivated a specialized, secure and supportive environment for those with memory loss.

03/26/2026

It’s National Nutrition Month, and we’re giving a behind-the-scenes look at the amazing team that keeps our residents nourished and smiling.

Our dining team:
-Prepares balanced, dietitian-informed, gourmet meals
-Accommodates special dietary needs
-Creates seasonal menus with fresh, local ingredients that residents love
-Makes mealtime a social experience

We’re so grateful for our culinary team and the care they put into every plate.

03/24/2026

The original play, “Welcome to My World” by Carol Inman, was written, produced and performed entirely by residents and debuted earlier this year on our very own Mount Berry room stage.

It is the most recent in a series of plays – get an inside look of what’s on stage at The Spires in this month’s issue of The Summit.

The Spires is proud to be a part of Rome and the surrounding area – you can find some of our involvement and updates here.

03/17/2026

🍀 Happy St. Patrick’s Day!

Today was filled with green outfits, festive treats and lots of Irish cheer.

Our residents enjoyed celebrating together and sharing their favorite St. Patrick’s Day memories.

Fun fact: St. Patrick’s Day is celebrated every year on March 17 in honor of Ireland’s patron saint.

Learn more about its history here:

St. Patrick’s Day is a global celebration of Irish culture that takes place annually on March 17, the anniversary of the patron saint of Ireland's death in the fifth century. The Irish have observed this day as a religious holiday for over 1,000 years.

03/14/2026

March is National Nutrition Month!

Did you know heart disease risk increases with age? Eating heart-healthy foods can make a big difference.

Simple tips:
-Choose leafy greens and colorful vegetables
-Include heart-healthy fats like salmon and olive oil
-Limit sodium and processed foods
-Snack on nuts and whole grains

The American Heart Association offers helpful guidance here: https://www.heart.org/en/healthy-living/healthy-eating

Healthy meals and smart choices are part of how we support wellness every day.

Learn how to make healthy choices, for you and your family to achieve a heart-healthy diet.