New Orleans Museum of Art Trip
September 7, 2011
On Wednesday September 7th 2011 the residents ventured out to the New Orleans Museum of Art where they viewed the Hindu, Buddist, and Jain Bronze exhibition as well as Swoon's Thalassa. The Residents spent several hours marveling at all the antique and modern artwork showcased througout all three stories of the museum. Since most had not visited the New Orleans area in over a year, the trip was thoroughly enjoyed by all.
Second Annual Luau Party
August 18, 2011
Summerfield Retirement Community held it’s second annual Luau Party on Thursday, August 18th under the stars and balmy temperatures of a Louisiana summer night. Residents and guests relished in the traditional Luau festivities. Our chefs catered to over 100 Summerfield community members along with their family and friends. Customary to Luau tradition, roasted pig was served along with other Polynesian entrees such as: chicken kabobs, pulled pork, Maui Maui, pineapple vinaigrette salad, Hawaiian potato salad, and last but not least Hawaiian wedding cake. Amidst the Luau décor, all admired the August sunset with several trips to the Tiki Bar!
Sunset Cruises Introduced
July, 2011
Sunset Cruises were introduced in the month of July. Captain Ron takes residents out on the Bayou for an afternoon filled with fun. You never know what you will see along the Bayou. Our residents have really enjoyed this new activity.
Christmas in July
July, 2011
Summerfield Retirement Community recently held it’s 1st Annual Christmas in July. Along with a white elephant exchange among the residents, charitable donations were collected and given to a family in need. Pastor Robbie James from Covenant Baptist Church distributed the donation to a needy family in his church. Pastor Robbie donates his time at Summerfield doing bible study and church services on Sunday. Kathy Harrison with Lafitte Landing, a Senior apartment complex, accepted 6 $25 gift cards to donate to seniors in need.
Senior Prom: A Night to Remember
May, 2011
Summerfield Residents were treated to a “Night to Remember”. The activities department and Delta Home Health hosted a 2011 Senior Prom with all the decorations and frills of the real thing. Some of us had never been to a prom and this was definitely a night to remember. Rodney Faust performed as singer and Disc Jockey with music from the past, such as Smoke Gets in Your Eyes, and an all time hit Blue Moon.
Easter Egg Hunt & Outdoor Cookout
April, 2011
Summerfield residents were treated to an outdoor cookout by our Activities Department with hamburgers, hot dogs and all of the traditional trimmings being served. The weather was great except we ordered too much of a breeze blowing thru the courtyard. Our first Easter Egg Hunt was a welcomed treat and a huge success. Prizes and light refreshments were provided for the event.
Lorraine Moreau couldn't get enough of the Hotdogs!
Residents served up a mean plate of Bar B Q
Jack says this has been the best day ever!
2nd Annual Mardi Gras Ball
February 23, 2011
King Cakes, beads, and parades galore! Open your parasols and let them soar! On February 23rd festive tunes and musical performance by Mike Morris set the mood of Summerfield’s 2nd annual Mardi Gras ball.
Anderson B. and Marion Wilson, the 2011 King and Queen, began this magical night by throwing beads from their personalized parade float (golf cart); resident’s lined the halls to greet and catch Mardi Gras beads. As the float passed residents followed behind until they reached the grand ballroom which was lavishly decorated in purple green, and gold. Upon arrival both the King and Queen received an introduction followed by their own speeches. Queen Marion insisted that all must dance!!!
After enjoying muffalettas, King Cake, and punch residents participated in the “Second Line” dance lead by our Marketing Director Ms. Tammy Abney. All who attended dressed in traditional Mardi Gras attire with whimsical masks, boas, and beads to match.
All community members truly relished in the Mardi Gras spirit. For as they say down here in Nawlins, “Se bon ton roulette!” LET THE GOOD TIMES ROLL!!
Summerfield Hosts Fall Festival
October 17, 2010
Summerfield Retirement and Assisted Living hosted a Fall Festival on October 17th. The beautiful fall afternoon included a well-attended car show and a live scarecrow contest. Connie, a resident at Summerfield, was the winner of the contest. Family, friends, staff and residents all enjoyed a fun afternoon visiting and sharing stories about the "cars that were"!
Visit to National World War II Museum
October 15, 2010
Summerfield residents, including three WWII veterans, enjoyed a trip to the New Orleans World War II D-Day Museum, a part of the National World War Museum. Residents enjoyed a guided tour, special movie and lunch at the restaurant.
Summerfield Retirement Celebrates Grand Opening!
November 12, 2009
On Thursday November 12, Summerfield Retirement Community hosted the grand opening of its premier 85 active apartment retirement community. Summerfield is located at the corner of Brownswitch Road and Dauphine St. and features the latest in beautiful décor, striking landscaping, New Orleans style courtyards and walking paths.
Administrator, Machiel Birkhoft hosted a Chamber of Commerce Meet and Greet from 11 to 11:30, a ribbon cutting at noon, and followed with personalized tours of Summerfield until 4 p.m.
Over 200 attendees gathered at Summerfield and celebrated its grand opening. Special guests included Judy Canales, U.S. Administrator for the United States Department of Agriculture, as Summerfield Retirement is the first of its kind to be financed with USDA allocated funds. Professionals in the Slidell and greater New Orleans area and future residents were greeted by Administrator, Machiel Birkhoff and Regional Vice President, Brad Rowe, from Frontier Management, LLC. Special speakers also included local owners and developers Ronald J. Duhe, C. Reese Owens, and Dwight Paulsen Jr. Representing Central Progressive Bank, which financed the project, was Ryan Marcomb, Assistant Vice President.
Frontier Management CEO and President, Greg Roderick and COO Matthew Dunham from Portland, Oregon were in attendance. Frontier Management, LLC has been selected to represent and manage Summerfield Retirement. “We are honored and pleased to be part of Summerfield Retirement Community in Slidell. This is the first of several new properties that are taking shape from this relationship within Louisiana and we are very excited about this region,” stated Greg Roderick, Frontier’s CEO. Frontier Management is an Oregon based senior living management company specializing in independent and assisted living, memory care and skilled nursing in 33 locations across from the west cost to Louisiana.
