The Gardens at Arkanshire Senior Living

02/23/2026

Join us tomorrow at 1pm CST, 2pm EST for our weekly Dementia Care support group!

https://zoom.us/j/2096854630

02/20/2026

Arrow Nicely News - February 20, 2026

https://youtu.be/3vC1YGOTbOo

On today's episode of Arrow Nicely News, 2/20/26:

- We are wishing Margaret a very happy 103rd birthday!
- Communities watch the Big Game, the Super Bowl!
- Residents make red envelopes and celebrate Chinese New Year!
- The Iowa City Community Theatre stops in to perform scenes from "Ripcord" live for the residents!
- Everyone cuts loose for Mardi Gras!
- Love is in the air as communities celebrate Valentine's Day!

On today's episode of Arrow Nicely News, 2/20/26:- We are wishing Margaret a very happy 103rd birthday!- Communities watch the Big Game, the Super Bowl!- Res...

02/20/2026

Today’s Empower ME session featured a wonderful chair yoga class focused on gentle movement, stretching, and relaxation. Our residents enjoyed improving flexibility and strength while connecting with one another in a fun and supportive environment. We love seeing everyone stay active and prioritize their wellness! 💙

02/19/2026

Happy Chinese New Year! 🧧🥡

02/17/2026

Happy Mardi Gras! 🎭💜💛💚

We had such a fun celebration today with a parade and an amazing lunch provided by our culinary team. They treated us to delicious jambalaya, crispy fried okra, and of course we ended on a sweet note with king cake! So grateful for moments like these that bring everyone together.

Laissez les bons temps rouler!

02/17/2026

Engagement Ideas and Participation - Thoughtful Connections Ep. 70

https://creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/thoughtful-connections/episodes/70--Engagement-Ideas-and-Participation-e3epj3q

This episode of 'Thoughtful Connections: A Memory Care Podcast' was recorded LIVE from the Haidee and Allen Wild Center for the Arts, at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Cottey College⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ in Nevada, Missouri.

Charlie and Elizabeth discuss "Engagement Ideas and Participation" for loved ones living with dementia. It is essential to focus on practical, compassionate, and effective strategies.

Join Elizabeth Thompson Certified Dementia Practitioner (CDP), Certified Montessori Dementia Care Professional (CMDCP), Positive Approach to Care Trainer (PAC), Certified Alzheimer's Disease and Dementia Care Trainer (CADDCT) and Charlie Johnson as they chat about dementia-related topics, including personal experiences, with the goal of helping family members and friends learn more about how to navigate the dementia journey. This podcast will offer support, information, and a sense of community to those affected by memory-related conditions, helping them navigate their journey with greater understanding.

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***Our Podcast is not medical advice but aims to provide support to caregivers and their loved ones.

02/16/2026

Join us tomorrow at 6pm CST, 7pm EST for our weekly Dementia Care support group!

https://zoom.us/j/2096854630

02/15/2026

🎭✨ Carnival vibes are here! With Mardi Gras right around the corner, our Culinary team kicked off the celebration early with a festive happy hour. Guests enjoyed delicious house-made crab cakes and savory sausage, bringing a taste of New Orleans straight to us! 🍤🌭

We can’t wait to keep the celebration going—Laissez les bons temps rouler! 💜💛💚
Stay tuned for more Mardi Gras fun!

02/13/2026

Love was definitely in the air at our Valentine’s Day Candlelight Dinner 🌹🕯️

We started the evening with delicious BLT cups — the perfect bite-sized kickoff to a romantic night. Our signature soup, cauliflower bisque with brown butter croutons, brought all the cozy, creamy comfort.

For the main course, guests enjoyed a lineup full of flavor:
🍗 Caesar chicken with creamy Parmesan sauce
🥔 Loaded mashed potatoes
🍯 Creamy honey-buttered honey garlic salmon
🍠 Twice baked sweet potato
🥦 Fresh asparagus

And of course, we ended on a sweet note with a decadent strawberry upside-down cake 🍓🍰

Thank you to everyone who joined us for such a beautiful evening filled with candlelight, laughter, and amazing food. We loved celebrating love with you! 💕

02/12/2026

Our Valentine’s Day Dance was packed with dancing, laughter, and so much fun! ❤️

A big thank you to our Culinary team for the beautiful (and delicious!) treats that made the night extra sweet.

What a wonderful evening! 💃🕺

02/11/2026

Hands up!! 🙌🥁
Today we had Drums Alive and it was AMAZING! Such a fun, high-energy workout led by the awesome Hachya. Great music, great vibes, and definitely felt the burn! 💪🔥

02/10/2026

In honor of Black History Month, Ayana King sits down with Arrow Senior Living resident Bernice Richard to reflect on her experience as one of the first Black school teachers in the Waterloo, Iowa, School District.

Bernice shares what inspired her career in education, the community’s support for diversity in the late 1960s and early 1970s, and how educators helped shape lasting change. This conversation highlights Black history as American history and the continued importance of connection, learning, and community.

In honor of Black History Month, Ayana King sits down with Arrow Senior Living resident Bernice Richard to reflect on her experience as one of the first Blac...