Brochure for Academy

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Boulder, Colorado

... life at its best!

Life is better here. The people. The amenities.

The setting. The possibilities.

Is it all that this unique community brings to you, or is it what it brings out in you? Either way, there’s nowhere else like this.

Located in a quiet neighborhood at the base of the foothills, scenic vistas and lovely gardens provide a backdrop for life at its best. This is the carefree living you’ve always envisioned only more.

your

life

What would you like to do today? A walk on our garden paths or on Boulder’s mountain trails just two blocks away? A spirited round of bridge or discussion with friends in your book group? A poetry reading? A chamber music concert in our beautiful historic auditorium? An excursion to southern Colorado to see the migration of the Sand Hill Cranes? Or just sitting back and enjoying the magnificent view?

At the Academy your life is what you want it to be. Whatever you choose, there’s always so much to experience and share with family and friends. Who can resist the magic of this one-of-a-kind community?

Every day, enriched

by this special place.

From the time you wake up each morning, opportunities beckon. Begin your day with a breakfast buffet in the PiĂąons Dining Room, or prepare your own breakfast in your well-equipped kitchen. Then linger over coffee as you gaze at beautiful views.

After breakfast, choose one of our exercise classes or a work-out in our fitness room to keep in shape. Or why not try yoga or tai chi? We’ll provide you with a myriad of choices designed to support a healthy lifestyle.

Our exercise programs are based on the triangle of physical health: flexibility, cardiovascular conditioning and strength training. With three levels of exercise classes, you can strengthen your body and improve your overall health at a pace and in a style that work comfortably for you. After you exercise, indulge yourself with a soothing massage, pedicure or foot reflexology treatment in the calm of our massage room or in your own residence.

Looking to expand your horizons? Attend our on-site lecture series, chamber music concerts, dance and musical performances, poetry writing workshops, art classes and intriguing discussion forums. Or, if you prefer, audit a class or attend performances and sports events at CU. Or the beauty of a Colorado day may inspire you to walk on mountain trails just outside your door.

Our unique location in the heart of Boulder offers you a multitude of opportunities.

Chautauqua and the University of Colorado are just a few blocks away, allowing you to choose from a variety of cultural, educational and sports venues.

Downtown Boulder, with its awardwinning pedestrian mall and multitude of shops and restaurants, is just five minutes away. Why not spend the day looking for an unusual gift for that special someone?

It’s the people here that make this such a special place - the people who live here and the people who work here. With our intimate size, neighbors quickly become friends and staff are like family. There’s a magic about this unique community that draws people in. You’ll find yourself experiencing growing friendships like never before.

What new experiences have you always wished for? Try your hand at oil painting, audit a foreign language class, or just take time for peaceful quiet and contemplation.

What interests you? Whether it’s books, movies, music, art, bridge, theater, sports... you name it...we provide a multitude of choices for meaningful living. Because we are such a small community, many of our programs and activities can be tailored to meet your individual tastes and interests.

Every residence,

your

home

Located on beautiful tree-lined streets and surrounded by lush gardens, our residences are unique. We offer you a choice of a lovingly-restored apartment in the historic Academy building, an elegant, modern apartment in the Flatirons building, or a private bungalow on our meticulously maintained grounds.

Spacious interiors, high ceilings, custom wood trim detailing and oversized windows provide a serene, gracious setting with unique and beautiful views.

unique and individual.

Your residence at The Academy has all the space you need for gracious living. Our housekeeping and maintenance services make your life worry-free. You can take advantage of our many personal services so that you have more time for fun. If you need it, help is just a moment away. With our emergency call system you just press a button and our 24-hour staff will be there to help you.

Time to visit family and friends or see the places you’ve always wanted to see? You can leave at a moment’s notice and stay as long as you wish. While you’re away your residence will be lovingly cared for, and when you return everything will be as you left it- with all the comforts and amenities you’ve come to love.

Our entire community is an extension of your residence. Sit on a bench and take in our lovely grounds and spectacular views. Enjoy some quiet reading in the library. Dine by the fire in our beautiful dining room on a winter evening or in the Colorado garden on a warm summer day. All these wonderful spaces are part of your home.

your

style

Allow yourself to be pampered. Our caring staff is here to provide you with unparalleled service so that your time is free for enjoyment. Your fulfillment and peace of mind are our highest priority. With the small size of our community, our staff gets to know you so well that they can anticipate your needs. From first-rate dining and a multitude of on-site activities, to chauffeured trips about town, we help make your days perfectly carefree.

Gracious service, exquisite

dining, yours to enjoy.

As part of everyday life here we offer exquisite dining of a quality found in the finest hotels and restaurants. The Academy’s team of culinary professionals draws on years of experience with celebrated national and Colorado restaurants. Preparing a variety of delectable choices that change weekly with the seasons, our award-wining chefs use only the freshest ingredients. Intuitive service sets the stage for convivial conversations with your friends and family. In winter, the glow of the fireplace adds warmth to the ambiance. In summer, dine al fresco beside our bubbling stream in the Colorado Garden. Every Sunday, experience a festive champagne brunch.

In the mood to whip up a favorite recipe for a casual get-together? Your wellequipped kitchen is ideal for culinary feats. Or what about an elegant dinner party where our chef stirs up the dining magic for you and your guests in one of our private dining rooms? Let our staff take care of all the details, before and after.

Relax, unwind and share a cocktail or glass of wine with your friends and neighbors at our early evening social hours. With an assortment of delectable appetizers and a wealth of conversation, you may decide to forego dinner and linger in comfortable conversation.

With weekly housekeeping and full maintenance of your residence inside and out, you can put away your vacuum, your lawn mower and your handyman tools, and make time to do the things you enjoy. And you can take advantage of laundry, shopping and other personal services so you have even more time for fun.

Headed out for lunch and an afternoon of shopping? No need to search for a parking place in bustling downtown Boulder. Whether you’re going out for an afternoon of food and fun, attending a local event, shopping, running errands or going to an appointment, our chauffeur offers you door-to-door transportation to and from your Boulder destination. We take you where you want, when you want.

And there are so many places you’ll want to go! Opportunities abound in Boulder. There are more than 300 restaurants featuring local, regional and international cuisine, more than 30 art galleries, four local museums, 32 film and stage theaters, and a superb symphony orchestra. Add to this a wealth of performances and educational opportunities at the University of Colorado and internationally acclaimed festivals such as the Colorado Shakespeare Festival, the Colorado Music Festival, Mahlerfest and the Boulder Bach Festival.

Boulder ranks 1st in Norman Ford’s “The 50 Healthiest Places to Live and Retire in the United States”, 4th in Forbes Magazine’s ranking of “Best Places”, 2nd in Money Magazine’s “Best Places to Live” and 1st in Modern Maturity Magazine’s “Green and Clean” category of “Best Places to Live During Retirement”. Boulder was named the best city in America for retirees in Warren Bland’s “Retire in Style: 60 Outstanding Places Across the USA and Canada”.

your

choice

Here at The Academy you’ll have more time to do the things that matter most to you. We offer you freedom and peace of mind so that you can enjoy life without hassles and worry. This is a a place where opportunities for how you spend your time are tailored to your individual tastes and interests.

We invite you to come and experience a gracious life in a community you’ll cherish.

Come experience

life at its best!

You, alone, know what you really enjoy. Are you a pet lover? Your special friend will become part of the Academy family as quickly as you will. Life at The Academy is diverse, nurturing and enriching, with a multitude of opportunities for your enjoyment and personal growth.

You’ll find your own perfect experience. Give up the chores of life and make way for new adventures, for continuing to do the things you love.

At The Academy we offer a variety of services that are designed to meet your needs as those needs may change from time to time. If, over time, you require assistance beyond what is available to independent residents of The Academy, you may choose our assisted living program or you may choose to bring private home care services into your residence.

Whichever option you choose, we will work with you to make sure your needs are met at every stage of your life.

We are committed to helping you remain in your residence with the services you need. This commitment has worked remarkably well in our community.

Since The Academy opened in 1998, very few Academy residents have moved to skilled nursing on a permanent basis. But if you ever require nursing services that cannot be provided in your residence we will assist you in selecting one of several excellent skilled nursing facilities nearby.

as your needs change...

Aerial photograph of The Academy and surrounding neighborhood.

The Academy circa 1892.

Built in 1892, the Academy building is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

Old-world craftsmanship,elegant furnishings, original paintings by a variety of Colorado artists and artifacts from around the world provide a rich and serene backdrop for your life here at the academy.

... life at its best!

The painting on the cover of this brochure,“ The Colorado Garden ”, is an original oil painting by Gayle Crites.

All photographs feature Academy residents, employees and their families- there are no professional models.

Graphic design and photography, Brooke Parkin, atelier=studio, Boulder, Colorado. © The Academy Group, L.P.

The Academy’s mission is to be a community of excellence that fosters meaningful living in an intimate environment of grace and beauty.

970 Aurora Avenue Boulder Colorado 80301 303.938.1920 800.943.1920 The Academy is locally owned and operated.

www.theacademyboulder.com