The Porches of Gaylord

07/31/2026

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07/24/2026

This week we're enjoying everything summer has to offer, and we had some fun tie-dyeing visors. These two besties are sporting their newly made fashion accessory and enjoying a special treat our kitchen staff made especially for them. ☺️

07/23/2026

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07/20/2026

What a treat to listen to Tyrell and Natalie Peterson harmonize their voices and guitars yesterday. Thank you both for sharing your love of music here at The Porches. 😀

07/16/2026

Juanita is our designated flower doctor here at The Porches. She has a magic touch with our gardens. Thank you, Juanita, for helping to make our summer more beautiful!

07/09/2026

Today we were blessed to have the Fay Family share their love for Americana music with us. It was such a treat to hear some welled loved songs and hymns. Thank you, Fays! 😃

07/07/2026

Let's go fly a kite! When was the last time you flew a kite? We had a such a lovely afternoon enjoying sunshine and a forgotten pastime.

07/06/2026

We celebrated our nation's 250th anniversary with lots of sun, food, trivia, water balloons and fireworks! It was a GREAT day!

06/23/2026

Birthdays are fun to celebrate at any age, but this birthday was an incredible milestone for one of our residents. Mary celebrated her 105th birthday this week. What a privilege to be able to celebrate this special occasion with her. Happy Birthday, Mary!!!

06/02/2026

One of our staff members has a large tortoise named Sherman. She brought him in to meet and visit with our residents during happy hour... He even wore his party hat, perfect for the occasion!