THE {FULL} LIFE
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Touchmark on Saddle Drive HELENA, MONTANA
COLOR{FULL} Welcome to Touchmark on Saddle Drive.
Welcome to greater Helena.
Come stroll the peaceful grounds and many walking trails within our gated, 11.5-acre retirement community. Located in Helena’s upper eastside with views of the legendary Sleeping Giant mountain range, Touchmark on Saddle Drive offers you all the charm and amenities of a self-contained village. Play a lively game of Wii Bowling, document your memories, celebrate with friends. It’s all here: • Comfortable homes • Hospitality services • Fulfilling activities • Delicious dining • Interesting neighbors • A continuum of care
Helena is the state’s capital, known as “the heartbeat of Montana.” It lies in the foothills of the Montana Rockies, surrounded by pristine wilderness. Alive with community spirit, Helena is one of the top 100 art communities in the U.S. Just beyond the city, you’ll find some of the best outdoor recreational opportunities imaginable. It’s all waiting for you to explore and enjoy: • Helena Symphony • Grandstreet Theatre • Carroll College lecture series • Montana’s Museum • Historic districts • State fairs, street festivals, and rodeos • Hunting and fishing • Private and public golf courses • Montana State Capitol • Last Chance Gulch • Great Divide ski area • Great Northern Carousel
We invite you to sample the full flavor and color of Touchmark on Saddle Drive, a community designed for living life to its fullest.
“Touchmark is a great place … The staff is warm and friendly. … The food is good—no cooking, no dishes to wash! Life here is an adventure.”
– Martha Johnston, resident
“Touchmark is the place to be for this stage in my life. The friendliness of the entire staff is immeasurable. I appreciate the attention to details in the serving of the meals, the various activities offered, the fellowship of residents, the well-kept grounds, and the available transportation. I could not wish for a more comfortable apartment home.” – Lorraine Skaalure, resident
HOME CHOICES Whether you’re looking for a traditional private home or spacious apartment closer to friends and services, we have choices to fit your style and budget.
Cottage Living Our single-level homes feature high ceilings and other pleasing architectural details. Choose from a variety of floor plans (two and three bedrooms). All have full kitchens and attached two-car garages. Apartment Living We feature some of Helena’s largest retirement apartments. We offer a wide selection of floor plans, and all include a fully equipped kitchen, a package of hospitality services, and daily breakfast in the dining room, with other meals available, as well.
“We couldn’t have hoped for anything better. When I visit Mom, I see other residents, and they all look so content. The staff is phenomenal and the environment perfect—I can’t say enough about it.”
– Judy Murfitt, family member
“It’s very comfortable living here at Touchmark. The services and food are excellent, and the personnel are courteous, generous, and compassionate. Transportation is critical, and Touchmark gets it done! The staff at Touchmark take great care of all of my needs.” – Orville Lone, resident
CARE AND LIFESTYLE OPTIONS You may be active and want to continue your independent lifestyle here, or you may be experiencing health issues that require a greater level of assistance. Whatever your health now—or in the future—we offer a continuum of care. Independent Living More time to fully enjoy life! You will appreciate a choice of plans that liberate you from the chores of home and yard maintenance, housekeeping, and meal preparation. Assisted Living The distinctive difference in our assisted living program is the thorough assessment of each individual’s needs and preferences. Health services, caregiving assistance,
and meal options are tailored to support residents to their highest level of independence. Choose from our generous selection of apartments. Memory Care The one-story, 19,000-square-foot building includes 30 private studios and two double-occupancy residences that provide memory care support and services to people with Alzheimer’s disease and other dementia illnesses. Each neighborhood is designed to create a family atmosphere and a feeling of comfort. Our person-centered and Best Friends™ approach to care and services support each resident in a secured environment. Best Friends™ is a trademark of Health Professions Press, Inc.
A LIFE ENRICHED, A LIFE FULFILLED We truly believe that a full life is available to anyone—no matter one’s age. Touchmark simply ensures you have the unique tools, opportunities, and community support to bring your personal vision to life. A lot of people are talking about our Full Life Wellness & Life Enrichment Program™. It has won national and international awards for the unique way it helps people enrich their daily lives. Plus, team members have received in-depth training, and many are certified as Geriatric Wellness instructors. Our Full Life program encourages each of us to take control of our own health and happiness through key areas, including health and fitness, lifelong learning, volunteerism, creative arts, and spiritual well-being.
Residents and team members create an exciting calendar of classes, events, excursions, and activities, including: • Touchmark Trekkers walking program • Walk & Talk • Fun & Fitness class • Pinochle • Men’s coffee group • Senior Singers • Wii games • Pool league • Quilt & Stitch Club • Arts and crafts • Book Club • Writers’ group • Red Hat luncheon • Men’s fishing trip • Health and wellness classes • Brain Builders group
A Full Life: It’s more than a program; it’s a way of life here.
“I have had not one moment of regret since I moved to Touchmark in October of 2002. The care and comfort provided by the staff and the friendships I’ve made, both close and casual, make my life here a pleasure.”
– Audrey Hood, resident
ON-SITE AMENITIES AND HOSPITALITY SERVICES • Private, gated community on 11.5 acres • Walking paths • Chef-prepared meals • Restaurant-style dining in a choice of dining rooms • 24-hour staffing • Library • Cards and game room • Guest rooms • Chapel/theater • Beauty-barber salon • Bank • Housekeeping services • Scheduled transportation • Fitness room • Underground parking
RESOURCE{FULL} We’re here to help!
Steve Nistler Executive Director, Touchmark on Saddle Drive
“It is great being back in a leadership role in Helena. I always enjoy working with residents and helping to find solutions for their needs. The best part of that process is the staff that I work with; they are true team players and make a difference every day.”
“The staff and residents are so friendly. I have a nice apartment with a nice view of the mountains. It would be impossible to find a nicer place for me to be at my age. I like it here.”
— Dave Schledewitz, resident
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A MESSAGE FROM ... Werner G. Nistler, Jr. Founder and CEO of Touchmark “I’d like you to know Touchmark is a family-owned business with more than 30 years of experience. We manage the communities we build. And we build each community as if we were going to live in it.”
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TOUCHMARK ON SADDLE DRIVE Full-service Retirement Community 915 Saddle Drive • Helena, MT 59601 406-449-4900 • Touchmark.com
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