The Terraces at Bonita Springs Connections

Dorothy Newberry is inspiring, and in this episode of The Terraces at Bonita Springs, she shares her secrets to longevity. She’ll also discuss growing up in the 1930s and her adventure of a lifetime, living in Malaysia with her husband for four years. 

In this episode of The Terraces at Bonita Spring, hear from Sue Ryan, a caregiver advocate. She shares insights about her caregiving journey and personal experiences. The accomplished speaker and best-selling author is known for helping caregivers navigate their journey and finding balance, hope and love.

In this episode, Krista Adams, the corporate director of culinary excellence, talks about her role at The Terraces at Bonita Springs. By creating a resident-focused culinary promise, residents are engaged in the dining experience even before they come into a dining venue. She brings together the best culinarians who share her desire to make a difference in seniors’ lives and strive for perfection every day through absolutely delicious cuisine. 

In this episode, Amy Schenk, a passionate educator with the Alzheimer’s Association, shares The Terraces at Bonita Springs’ innovative initiates in memory support. The community is the one of first in the state of Florida use the certification program for associates’ continuing education. This collaboration means greater educational opportunities and resources such as seminars for residents and the general public.

Giving back to the residents at The Terraces at Bonita Springs brings Resident Services Director Patty Wilson joy and is her feel-good experience. Her resident meetings, “Get Chatty with Patty,” are well known for fielding their questions and concerns. In this episode of The Terraces at Bonita Springs Connections, she explains the vital role she plays meeting the individual needs of each resident.

It’s a “people job” to former basketball coach Dana Eikenberg, now Director of Lifestyle at The Terraces at Bonita Springs. In this episode, hear how her leadership skills and inspiring personality help connect residents to new interests and their neighbors – all while leading an engaging lifestyle. 

The Terraces at Bonita Springs’ resident Robert Ulrich has a wonderful philosophy on life he calls “Attitude of Gratitude.” The former banker, whose career included launching the first credit cards, was inspired by his daughter to pursue marathon running.  Today, the three-time marathon runner finds enjoyment playing golf and walking. Enjoy learning about his “Gratitude Meter” of life and the decision to move to The Terraces at Bonita Springs.

The daunting task of moving to a life plan community is greatly lessened by the experience of Jenna Drese, Transitions Specialist at The Terraces at Bonita Springs. Jenna shares how she helps residents plan their move and the myriad of details she handles so they can start calling the community their home from day one.  She has a special connection with each of them having worked at the community for 12 years.

The Terraces at Bonita Springs’ resident Sheila Pedisich is well known by her neighbors as the woman who fearlessly went sky diving at age 84. She talks with “The Terraces at Bonita Springs Connections” host Chris MacLellan about her desire to honor her husband’s legacy while raising money for Alzheimer’s disease.  The successful entrepreneur and former kindergarten teacher who taught for 35 years candidly shares how the decision to move made her and her husband’s lives so much richer.

“The Terraces at Bonita Springs Connections” podcast welcomes resident Floyd Willison. Host Chris MacLellan speaks with Mr. Willison to learn about his remarkable and successful career in the pharmaceutical field, helping market discoveries that have impacted people’s lives. A passionate volunteer who generously gives of his time to help his neighbors as Resident Council President, Mr. Willison inspires listeners with his story.

To learn more about The Terraces at Bonita Springs and how you can be part of this enriching lifestyle, please call 239.306.5018 or visit TheTerracesatBonitaSprings.com