New TV Commercial on Aspen Ridge
October 2009

Attached is our new fall 2009 TV commercial which will be seen on KBNZ (KOIN Local 6) CBS.

KBNZ TV News Item About Alzheimer's Awareness
September 2009

KBNZ TV News recently aired a story about Alzheimer's Awareness week featuring Aspen Ridge Alzheimer's Care. The news story shows footage shot in the community as well as on camera interview with Terrye Alexander of the Aspen Ridge staff. You can view the video clip by using the play button below.

Dawn Neely Receives 2008 Georgie Award
September 2008

The 2008 Georgie Award was presented to Dawn Neely, staff member of Aspen Ridge Memory Care, at Central Oregon’s Alzheimer’s Association Memory Walk on September 28. The Georgie Award was created by George Nazarian’s wife in his honor, who died of Alzheimer’s disease several years ago. It is awarded each year to an outstanding Central Oregon caregiver or volunteer, either professional or family.

Dawn Neely received several nominations for the award, all of which expressed her deep sense of caring, respect and loyalty for those in her care. Aspen Ridge’s Administrator stated: “Staff members like Dawn are what makes Aspen Ridge not just a memory care, but “home” for residents with dementia. Dawn is an example of what puts loved ones mind at ease knowing their family member is loved.” Dawn is a well-respected and much appreciated caregiver at Aspen Ridge Memory Care, where she has worked with Alzheimer's residents for seven years.

This was the second year an Aspen Ridge employee has received The Georgie Award. Myrtle Bigelow, Aspen Ridge Memory Care Activities Director was the 2007 recipient. Aspen Ridge Memory Care, Retirement and Assisted living staff members were a big part of the 535 walkers and 43 teams this year, with a donation of $7000 of the $65,000 raised by Central Oregon Alzheimer’s Association for the 2008 Memory Walk.

Dawn has served as a volunteer on the Memory Walk steering committee for several years and has participated as the host of the committee’s meetings at Aspen Ridge. Aspen Ridge families appreciate that they can count on Dawn to provide outstanding care and that she is always well informed about each resident. One nominator said, "You can tell that the residents really love her and feel safe when she is present." Congratulations to Dawn Neely, 2008 Georgie Award winner!

Diamond Anniversary Celebration
January 2007

Residents at Aspen Ridge Retirement Residence and Aspen Ridge Memory Care, John and Genevieve Stout were honored on their Diamond Anniversary, New Year’s Eve. Four generations of family members gathered to share the joy of the day and to pay tribute to a very special couple. The theme of the celebration was “Heart’s that love deeply can never grow old!”

Although John has Alzheimer’s Disease, he still knows Genevieve. His eyes light up when she is near. The love they share is obvious to anyone observing them. During their surprise party, John and Genevieve were serenaded with love songs that brought smiles to their faces, and more than a few tears to guests’ eyes. In this day and age, seventy five years of living is quite an accomplishment - seventy five years of marriage is a triumph!