b'A letter from the Executive DirectorHome is where our story begins. Extraordinary LifestylePEOPLE, AND ANINTRODUCING OUR NEW MAGAZINEBON VOYAGE!EXTRAORDINARYFrom the first time a prospective resident enters Lake Forest Place, they feel a sense of home. Choosing to live your life here is an extension of your lifes journey,When you walk into Lake Forest Place, the first thing where youll be welcomed and accepted as you engage in whateveryou will notice are the smiling faces that greet you.activities you value and enjoy most.Residents are quick to welcome new neighbors. Discover all there is to love aboutOur team members are always ready to providelife at Lake Forest Place, including: At our Life Plan Community, its easy to find fulfillment in asupport and new ways to make your day even better.Possibilities for socializationsetting that is safe, beautiful and warmmade that way with theThese people help to make up our extraordinaryaround every turncamaraderie of old and new friends, family, and staff members wholifestyle; now its your turn to experience itCare available if or when its neededreflect our mission and values:Delicious diningAs a not-for-profit Life Plan Community, we create vibrantand be part of it yourself. A variety of services and amenitieshomes for older adults that inspire wellness, independence,Opportunities to enhance wellnessjoy and securityenriching the lives of residents and theirSCHEDULE A VISIT TODAY. And even morefamilies. 847-641-2380 | LakeForestPlace.orgIm proud to be part of a team of talented people, including Its all waiting here for you.our staff, management, and our residents. Together we celebrate life, tackle complex problems, and striveR E S I D E N T F E A T U R Eto reach consensus that benefits all in ways that are sustainable, authentic and genuine. We are innovative and creative, and we listen and respond respectfully when our opinions differ while still remainingMeet resident Florence Roen, aka Farmer Flo!friends and colleagues. Just like a family in their home, we laugh, play together, comfort A little over a year ago, Florence Roen moved from her New York City home one another, and reflect on how special Lake Forest Place has been to Lake Forest Place. How does one find a community nearly a thousand miles not only for the past 25 years, but for many more years to come.away from their current residence? In Florences case, it had a lot to do with family and the lifestyle. My greatest hope is to create a legacy of achievements that inspireMy sister-in-law and two nieces live here. I knew the area very well because I others to live their best life at home in Lake Forest Place.used to visit for holidays and special occasions, said Florence. I loved the town, The story of our lives is in the home of our choice that location, stores and restaurants. brings fulfillment, joy and security.Maya Angelou When she decided to come to Lake Forest to live, she had a feeling of what she liked and what she was looking for because of touring options in New York City. We welcome you to Lake Forest Place, a place of home where Her sister-in-law gathered information, they toured communities, Florence your life story continues with love and blessings to come.narrowed down her options, and she ultimately chose Lake Forest Place.I knew someday I might need further careand rather than moving yet Leslie Green again, its all right here, she said. I also knew I needed to move to be closer to Leslie Green family. They agreed because of worries about falls and how it was impacting her Executive Director lifestyle. When she arrived, she used a walker. Through physical therapyLake Forest Place arranged, she now only needs a caneor nothing at all. She shares she improved both physically and mentally with a move. I wanted to live a full life like I lived in New York City, she said, and here, she continues to learn, grow, and do things she never thought shed do, like become Farmer Flo, with her own garden plot where she harvests tomatoes, cucumbers, peppers, 2 SCHEDULE A VISIT TODAY | 847-641-2380 | LakeForestPlace.org zucchini and herbs. 3'