The Lafayette

11/24/2025

🍌🍮 Banana Pudding Affair Sweet Success!
We came together for a delightful afternoon filled with creamy banana goodness. 💛✨ Nothing brings people together quite like dessert! 😋🤗

11/23/2025

🍂🥗 New Resident Welcome Luncheon 🍁✨

We gathered for our monthly New Resident Lunch, welcoming our newest neighbors with warm smiles, a delicious meal, great conversation, and a cozy rustic fall theme. 🍽️🤎🍃

Help us give them all a big warm welcome! 🤗🏡🍂

11/22/2025

🍔🥤 Lunch outing success! We enjoyed a delicious trip to Five Guys, where fresh burgers and hand-cut fries were the stars of the show. 🍟

The best part? The priceless facial expressions when asked, “How was your meal?” 😄

11/21/2025

🌧️🚶‍♂️ Rain or shine, the morning walk must go on!

Nothing could stop Mr. Sonny from getting in his daily stroll today—not even a rainy morning. With a steady pace and a cheerful spirit, he showed us all how to make the best of every moment. ☔💙

Here’s to staying active, embracing the weather, and finding joy in the little routines that brighten our days. 🌦️✨

11/21/2025

🐶💕 Our visit from Love on A Leash was pure JOY!
Sophie, Bella, Paco, and Faith brought comfort, connection, and so many smiles to our community. 🥰

From gentle snuggles to happy tail wags, these furry friends filled our day with warmth and love. 🐾✨

We are so grateful for the comfort and happiness they shared with us! 💛🐕

11/19/2025

🧘‍♀️✨ We are excited to share participation in our very FIRST Chair Yoga video on YouTube! ✨🧘‍♂️

Our talented instructor Ashtin guides a gentle, uplifting session perfect for all abilities. Chair yoga helps improve flexibility, balance, and overall well-being — and now you can enjoy it anytime, anywhere! 🙌💛

Click, breathe, stretch, and feel your best with us!

🎥💻 Check out the full video on her YouTube channel!

https://nuvi.me/81p4rq

A 25-30-minute chair yoga class for seniors. This class is completely seated.

11/19/2025

🍽️💚 Our Paddle & Plate program was a hit as we enjoyed delicious stuffed green peppers made with love!🫑

11/18/2025

✨ A little pampering goes a long way! Our residents enjoyed a relaxing day in our beauty salon with the wonderful Amy 💖 From fresh hair care to pretty nails and gentle waxing, she keeps everyone feeling confident and cared for.

💇‍♀️💅✨ “Behind every beautiful woman is a hairdresser that loves her.”

We’re grateful for the joy Amy brings to our community. ✨💗

11/17/2025

We enjoyed a fabulous on-site shopping experience with the wonderful Dillard’s personal shoppers! 🛍️✨

They brought a beautiful selection of merchandise from the Lingerie department, making it easy and fun for everyone to browse and treat themselves. 💕👗

It was a day of style, smiles, and a little pampering right at home. 😊🌸

11/13/2025

🎥✨ What a wonderful afternoon at our Meet the Chef event! Residents enjoyed a delightful spread of Southern comfort seasonal bites and perfectly paired sips, all while tapping their toes to live Bluegrass music by the Will Padgett Trio. 🎶🍴🥂

We’re thrilled to introduce Chef Bret Hall, whose talent and passion shine through every dish. 👨‍🍳💫

📖 Originally from Eastern Kentucky, Chef Bret Hall moved to Lexington in 2005 and has built a distinguished career spanning more than 15 years in the culinary industry. He most recently served as Director of Food and Beverage for Tandem Hospitality Group, where he opened the restaurant at Origin Hotel Lexington at the Summit at Fritz Farm as Executive Chef. His success there led to a corporate leadership role, overseeing the food and beverage operations for 10 hotel restaurants nationwide.

Prior to his time at Tandem, Chef Bret spent a decade with Bluegrass Hospitality Group, beginning as Executive Chef at Malone’s Tates Creek location before advancing to lead the company’s private dining and events division. In June 2025, Chef Bret joined The Lafayette where he continues to share his passion for thoughtful, seasonal cuisine. He’s especially inspired by the residents and their stories and values the strong sense of community that defines The Lafayette experience. ❤️

11/12/2025

🎖️ Honoring our heroes at The Lafayette! We are proud to share a special video featuring some of our incredible veteran residents. Their service, courage, and stories continue to inspire us all. 💙❤️🤍

Thank you to each of our veterans for your dedication and sacrifice. We are so grateful for you! 🎥✨

11/12/2025

🇺🇸 Yesterday we proudly honored the brave men and women who served our country with courage, strength, and sacrifice.

We celebrated their service and dedication to the United States of America.

Thank you to every veteran — your commitment, loyalty, and courage continue to protect the freedoms we cherish. 🇺🇸🙏