A Retirement Community With Heart

Winslow Court wins over residents with activities and family-like care in the heart of Colorado Springs

By G. L. Yenne

When adult children look for a senior community for older parents, they may not always find the right-sized property, the preferred zip code or even the hopedfor price. But they may walk into a lobby in a retirement center and be so impressed by the space, the light, the colorful flowers and the friendly front-desk employees that they’ll exclaim, “This is where Mom will live!”

This very thing happened recently to Winslow Court Family Advisor James Daugherty when a family came in to look at an apartment for their loved one. While they waited in the lobby, they concluded that Winslow was the right place for their mother, safe in the caring hands of the competent staff.

A VIBRANT COMMUNITY

Winslow Court Retirement Community offers bright, hopeful, resort-style living for seniors who have a lot of life left to live.

This vibrant community is conveniently nestled in the heart of the city at 3920 E. San Miguel St. It serves veterans and seniors of Colorado Springs and surrounding communities with charming private apartments, a full social calendar and varying levels of support.

Independent living, assisted living and short-term care are all offered here so community members can live life on their own terms. Beloved pets are also allowed on the premises.

Every inch of Winslow’s charming apartments are designed for active seniors and are ADA-approved.

Light housekeeping, same-day maintenance responses and monthto-month contracts are a few of the amenities, along with on-site laundry service, private transportation to and from appointments, a beauty salon and barber shop and a library.

For those with a hearty appetite, Winslow offers all-day restaurant-style dining with many healthy choices and a full grill menu. Coffee and pastries in the Bistro are available 24 hours a day.

Winslow is part of an established neighborhood close to the Citadel Mall with plenty of shopping and dining options nearby. The community has 24-hour staffing and concierge services, along with security. There are plans to install a secure gated system to provide peace of mind for family members and an extra layer of security for residents.

Winslow is working on a program to connect their family with nearby Mitchell High School students.

“We are a very accepted part of this community,” Daugherty said. “Many of our residents will sit outside and look forward to seeing the students walking to school.”

ACTIVITIES ABOUND

Forty staff members care for 102 residents in this Stellar Living residence. In the past five years, $4 million has been poured into renovations, such as step-in showers in the updated bathrooms. The community area, a common space all residents share, has been greatly expanded, allowing for lots of natural light.

There is a large raised garden bed which residents cultivate, with mature trees that provide shade from the sun. Other activities include daily exercise classes, bingo, music, art, puzzles, excursions and day trips.

The maintenance manager, activities director, chef and front desk associate have served with shining hearts for a total of 46 years collectively. This consistency in key positions provides much-needed stability for residents who become like family.

Daugherty shared the story of an out-of-state resident who moved in recently after losing her longtime partner. Her family was very concerned about how she would adjust. A happy resident relaxes in the light and airy lobby at Winslow Court.

One month later she started talking to another resident. Now their love is blooming!

Costs start at $2,575 for one person in a shared two-bedroom studio up to $4,075 for a two-bedroom suite.

For more information or to schedule a tour, call Daugherty at 719-597-1700, ext. 231. T

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Putting a parent in assisted living is such a hard decision, and I never expected my mom to be a true part of the community. 6 months ago you would never have convinced me she would participate in music, bingo, exercises, activities - and she’s now fully engaging in it all! When I visit I can always find her in the community areas having fun and thriving, and I can’t thank the Winslow Court staff enough.

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