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Helen Maurer moved to Park Place of Elmhurst in 2019. It was the perfect place for someone as strong and independent as Helen to simplify her life a bit, while still al- lowing her to enjoy the hobbies she loves: gardening, swimming, and painting. Linda Korbus, her daughter and a retired teacher, visited often, getting to know the campus and falling in love with the people. Then the pandemic hit, and everything changed.…

Jerry Groters knows about keeping in shape. A lifelong athlete, coach, and avid biker, Jerry continues to work on his physical fitness at age 92, including diligently riding his Schwinn Airdyne while watching Bonanza each day. But Jerry is also a former educator, and he is firmly committed to keeping his brain fit. That’s why he’s one of the many residents who takes advantage of the Dakim BrainFitness program at Royal Park Place. …

This issue of the Providence Newsletter looks at our Torchlight 2020 Campaign, some exciting awards, and resident stories. We also offer a sneak peek at Providence through the new millennium.…

It doesn’t matter your age or where you live; everyone’s lives, activities, and perspectives have changed during 2020. For the older adults we serve in our communities, that means less time outside the building. For the students who have formed relationships with our residents, it means finding a new way to connect. …