In this month’s edition of Word at the Woods, our Corporate leaders share a heartwarming story about a woman’s journey as she returns to school later in life to pursue her dreams for a degree. Rick Banas shares interesting facts about the month of September. In our Wellness section, our Corporate Nurses give great tips on how to prevent falls and how to stay active. In the Lifestyle section you will find a fun Ginger-Lime Melon Salad recipe, monthly horoscopes and last month in pictures.

In this month’s edition of Word at the Woods, our Co-Presidents, Julie Simpkins and Greg Echols, share interesting facts about the benefits of working in the Senior Health Care Industry and how a career in this field can be so rewarding, and is always expanding with many great opportunities. Our In The News section, Rick Banas shares fun and interesting facts about the month of August. Our Corporate Nurse’s discuss the benefits of playing games and how challenging our minds can be beneficial to our memory and overall health. In the Lifestyle section view Last Month in Pictures, an easy recipe for Watermelon Pizza and fun adult coloring pages.

In this month’s edition of Word at the Woods our Executive Director, Dawn Elqunni, shares some good information on being safe this summer and the
success of our first Family and Friends Picnic. Everyone at the event had a great time and is looking forward to the 15 Years of Family Anniversary Party coming
in August. Our section, In The News, Rick Banas shares fun information about the month of July. In the Wellness section our Corporate Nurses give some good information on Healthy Vision Month, and how to best protect our vision. A recipe for an easy Ice Cream Sandwich Cake and of course Last Month in Pictures.

In this month’s issue of Word At The Woods, our Co-Presidents, Julie Simpkins, and Greg Echols, remind us that June is Mental Health Awareness month. In the article they share good links that can be used for information on mental health. In the News, Rick Banas shares fun facts about the month of June. In our Wellness section, our corporate nurse shares information and stats on the end of the Covid-19 pandemic and what that means to us. A recipe for Key Lime Cream Pie and Last Month in Pictures.

In this month’s edition of Word at the Woods, Gardant Management Solutions announces an exciting shift to their leadership team, by announcing a new Co-Presidency. Julie Simpkins, the Chief Operating Officer, and Greg Echols, Chief Financial Officer, are to share the Presidential responsibilities. In the section, In The News, Rick Banas shares interesting facts about the month of May. In the Wellness section, our Corporate Nurse discuses Parkinson’s Awareness and offers an easy recipe for microwave Banana Pudding. In the Lifestyle section you will find an Event You Won’t Want to miss and Last Month in Pictures.

In this month’s edition of The Word at the Woods, our CEO, Rod Burkett, shares his thoughts and feelings about his journey and goals for the company that he Co-Founded, Gardant Management Solutions. Rick Banas shares interesting facts about the month of April. In the Wellness section, our corporate nurse discusses the importance of self-care and how it plays a major role in your overall health. A recipe for Microwave Ham and Tomato Omelets, and a fun picture review of the events from last month.

In this month’s Edition of Word at the Woods, or CEO, Rod Burkett announces that our community, Heritage Woods of McHenry, was voted on by our own employees as a certified “Great Place to Work”, and all that goes into receiving this honor. Rick Banas shares interesting information about the month of March. In the Wellness section, learn how you can become a part of the movement to end Alzheimer’s disease and other related dementias. A recipe for Microwave Cinnamon Rolls, and of course Last Month in Pictures.

In this month’s edition of Word at the Woods, our CEO, Rob Burkett shares his thoughts on President’s Day and gives us examples of some of his favorite quotes from our 16th President, Abe Lincoln. In our Lifestyle section, Rick Banas shares interesting facts about the month of February. In our Wellness section, our corporate nurse discusses American Heart Month and gives good tips on a heart healthy lifestyle, followed by a fun Red Velvet Mug Cake recipe and the month in pictures.

In this month’s edition of Word At the Woods our Company’s CEO, Rod Burkett, gives us an interesting insight to the traditional meaning of the phrase “Happy New Year,” and how it’s meaning can be taken differently by different people. Rick Banas shares interesting facts about the month of January and the different things that had happened in our country. Our corporate nurses discuss the topic of loneliness at the holidays and offer strategies to reduce lonely feelings. An easy recipe for microwave Mac and Cheese, and the month in pictures.

In this month’s edition of Word at the Woods you will hear from, Rod Burkett, CEO of Gardant Management Solutions, and his insight on how to cope during this stressful time of the holiday season. Rick Banas shares interesting facts about the month of December. In the Wellness section our corporate nurse gives us handy tips on hand washing and how to combat flu and other viruses. Try our recipe for microwave candy cane fudge, read about an event you don’t want to miss and the month in pictures.

In this month’s edition of Word at the Woods our CEO, Rod Burkett, shares his thoughts on the upcoming holiday season, his feelings regarding the chaos the pandemic had caused, and wishes everyone a Happy Thanksgiving. Rick Banas shares fun facts about the month of November and our Corporate Nurse, shares her views on the pandemic and the upcoming Flu season. In the Lifestyle section is a recipe for Air Fryer Apple Crisp, a Veteran’s Day event you do not want to miss and the month in pictures.

In this month’s Word At the Woods, our CEO, Rod Burkett shares his views on his contributions to the Supportive Living program for seniors of all income levels, and that he is honored to be the recipient of the 2022 Jan Thayer Pioneer Award from the National Center for Assisted Living. Rick Banas fills us in on interesting facts about the month of October. In the Wellness section, our corporate nurse shares her excitement for the new fall season. Enjoy an easy Pumpkin Mug Cake recipe, and event you don’t want to miss, and of course the month in pictures.

In this month’s edition of Word at the Woods, our CEO, Rod Burkett offers personal insight on his experiences on life, age, family, and friends. Rick Banas shares his insight for healthy aging and fall prevention as the month of September is Healthy Aging Month. Our corporate nurse discusses safe living and room temperatures and how it can affect a senior’s health. A recipe for fresh Peach and Strawberry Popsicles, an event you will not want to miss, and the month in pictures.

In this month’s edition of Word at the Woods you will find an article by Rod Burkett, CEO of Gardant Management Solutions, which gives us insight on how affordable Assisted Living programs came about and how important these communities and
programs are today and for the years to come. Rick Banas takes a look back one hundred years at what life was like in the 1920’s. Our corporate nurse discusses summer heat and what that means for people 65 years and older. A recipe for air fryer chicken breast and of course fun pictures from the month of July.

In this month’s edition of Word at the Woods, our CEO Rod Burkett, enlightens us about his trip to the National Center for Assisted Living, Congressional Briefings in Washington D.C. He gives his insight on our ever-changing country. In the News section, Rick Banas shares fun facts about the month of July. Our corporate nurse gives terrific tips on hydration during the summer months and the key role water plays in our overall health. A recipe for an easy salad and of course the month in pictures.

In this month’s edition of Word at the Woods, our CEO, Rod Burkett shares exciting news regarding a nation-wide survey of the best assisted living communities in the U.S. Twenty-one of Gardant Management Solutions communities received a “Best,” rating from U.S. News survey and Heritage Woods of McHenry was one of the communities to receive this honored award. Rick Banas shares fun information about the month of June. In our Wellness section, our corporate nurses’ share interesting fact on the benefits of playing board games and what it can do for brain health. A recipe for microwave fruit crisp and our community’s month in pictures

In this month’s edition of Word at the Woods you will find a thought-provoking article from our CEO Rod Burkett, about how people feel the need to gain approval from others and how that need can help or hinder us in our lives. Rick Banas gives us some interesting facts about the month of May in our News section. Our corporate nurse discusses the benefits for wellness from taking a few minutes everyday to breath and enjoy nature. A fun and easy recipe for air fryer meatballs, and of course the month in pictures.