Part 2. The CCRC Contract Welcome to the second and final installment of our two-part series on Continuing Care Retirement Communities (CCRCs). The first part can be found at this link. The Shannondale Residency Contract: Fee-for-Service A Fee-for-Service Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC) contract is
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Part 1. Introduction to Continuing Care Retirement Communities Welcome to the first installment of our two-part series on Continuing Care Retirement Communities (CCRCs). The second part will be in a separate blog post. If you’re curious about senior living options and planning for your best
Read MoreResident Restructuring Q & A’s
1. What type of bidding/estimate procedures will be recommended for renovations? We are in the process of negotiating a master contract with a single contractor for all renovations on both campuses. We will use the same contractor should repairs beyond what our maintenance staff can
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Water Aerobics is Fan Favorite at Shannondale
The water aerobics classes offered by Shannondale since January 2023 continue to be a fan favorite. And they have a positive impact on its residents, both physically and mentally. The classes are led by Sabrina Gray, Fitness and Wellness Manager. Participants are enthusiastic about their
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Spring Forward Bootcamp is our Newest Senior Wellness Program
Spring Forward Bootcamp is Shannondale Retirement Community’s newest senior wellness program. It is setting the standard for senior wellness and community engagement. The program, held every Thursday in May, takes residents to the HGTV Overlook at Lakeshore Park to exercise, enjoy the beautiful scenery, and
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Four-legged Friend Brightens Shannondale’s Community
Shannondale of Knoxville has a new, four-legged friend that is brightening Shannondale’s community. It’s thanks to a program called H.A.B.I.T. which stands for Human-Animal Bond in Tennessee. The program is composed of people from UT’s College of Veterinary Medicine, volunteers and private veterinarian practices. For
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Shannondale Rocks program to bring smiles to residents and people across Knoxville
Shannondale is launching a new program, “Shannondale Rocks” to bring smiles to fellow residents and people across Knoxville. Buckingham Residents Betty Craig and Del Neely came up with the idea to bring the community together. The idea stems from the Kindness Rocks Project. The concept
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Shannondale of Maryville Directors Shine Brightly
Shannondale of Maryville nursing and social services directors aid residents together. Suzie Cooper, Director of Nursing, and Kris Newvine, Director of Social Services and Admissions, are a dynamic duo serving the Shannondale of Maryville campus. It doesn’t take long to see that these two employees
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Activity Enrichment for Shannondale of Maryville Residents
Little things like activity enrichment can make a huge difference in the lives of the Shannondale of Maryville residents. The Shannondale of Maryville Activities Team views their purpose as providing life enrichment for the well-loved Shannondale retirement community in Maryville. This team serves residents across
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