Gull Arbor Senior Living

08/23/2026

Sometimes the sweetest moments are the ones you never planned for. ❤️

After church today, I stopped by Gull Arbor to drop off some fresh fruit. As I walked by the refrigerator, I noticed this little message written on the memo board:

“I LOVE MY JOB!

SO DO I!” ❤️

It stopped me in my tracks.

Because THIS is what we hope Gull Arbor feels like. Not just a place where people live, and not just a place where people work, but a place where there is genuine love, joy, purpose, and belonging.
I’m so thankful for the people who pour their hearts into this home every single day.

And I’m especially thankful when little reminders like this are waiting for me in the most unexpected places.

Sometimes you don’t need a big accomplishment or a special event to know you’re doing something meaningful.

Sometimes it’s just a little note on a refrigerator that says it all. 🥰

I love my job, too. ❤️

08/21/2026

🌿 Mary’s Boardwalk is FINISHED! 🌿

And today, the sign is officially up. ❤️

What makes this boardwalk so special isn’t just the beautiful work that went into it, it’s who it was built for and the love behind it.

Mary’s wonderful family poured so much time, hard work, and love into making this happen. We absolutely love that they chose to dedicate it to their mom and grandma. What a beautiful way to honor a woman who has made such an impact on all of us at Gull Arbor.

Mary is one of those people who leaves a little more love everywhere she goes. 💕 You will never leave Gull Arbor without receiving one of Mary’s hugs and hearing her tell you, “I love you!”

And yes… even the Gordon Water Man knows all about Mary’s famous hugs! 😂❤️

To know Mary is to love Mary and, more importantly, to know Mary is to feel loved.
She has made a mark on every heart she has touched here, and now her name will be part of Gull Arbor for years to come.

Mary’s Boardwalk, built with love, dedicated with love, and walked with love. 🌿❤️

We love you, Mary! 🥰

08/20/2026

Some goodbyes are especially hard when the one leaving has spent years comforting everyone else. ❤️

Brittany was so much more than our little dog at Gull Arbor. She was our unofficial K9 nurse, companion, comforter, and friend.

Over the years, she seemed to know exactly who needed her. When someone was struggling, Brittany would quietly stay beside them. When someone passed, she grieved with us. She had a way of bringing comfort without saying a word.

So many of our residents loved her, and so many memories at Gull Arbor include her little face, her quiet presence, and her determination to be wherever she was needed.

She gave our home something that is difficult to describe but impossible to forget.

Thank you, Brittany, for loving our people so well. 🐾❤️

You were part of the Gull Arbor family, and you always will be.

08/19/2026

Your annual checkup isn't useless. But “normal” doesn't always mean healthy.

Your bloodwork is a snapshot in time. And while routine labs are important, they don't always tell the whole story of how your body is functioning.

A result can fall within the “normal” range and still be something worth paying attention to—especially when we're talking about healthy aging, metabolic health, cardiovascular risk, hormones, and nutrient status.

So what else might be worth discussing with your healthcare provider?

🦋 THYROID & METABOLIC HEALTH
• TSH
• Free T4
• Free T3 when clinically appropriate

🔥 BLOOD SUGAR & INSULIN HEALTH
• A1C
• Fasting glucose
• Fasting insulin

💪 HORMONES & AGING
Depending on your age, s*x, symptoms and medical history:
• Testosterone
• Free testosterone
• SHBG
• DHEA-S

❤️ CARDIOVASCULAR RISK
• ApoB
• Lipoprotein(a)
• hs-CRP (inflammation marker)

A standard cholesterol panel is important—but these predict heart disease risk far better than standard cholesterol panels.

🌱 NUTRIENT STATUS
• Vitamin D
• B12
• Iron/ferritin when appropriate
• Other nutrients based on your symptoms, diet and medical history

The goal isn't to chase a perfect number on a lab report.

The goal is to understand what's happening inside your body early enough to do something about it.

And this is important:

Talk with a qualified healthcare professional about which tests actually make sense for you. Your age, s*x, symptoms, medications, and health goals all matter.

Because I don't believe we're meant to wait until something is broken before we start paying attention to our health.

Healthy aging starts with knowing your body—and being proactive about taking care of it. Don't wait until you're 70 to start caring about the things that determine how you feel at 70.

08/18/2026

She will be missed so much❤️

View Catherine Ann Hannon's obituary, send flowers, find service dates, and sign the guestbook.

08/16/2026

There are moments at Gull Arbor that are hard to put into words. ❤️

We have a dear resident who is nearing the end of her earthly journey, and these days have been tender ones for all of us. We’ve walked beside her, cared for her, prayed for her, and loved her through this season.

Today, her family shared these words with us:

“I think she just likes this place too much. Gull Arbor is just so wonderful.”

Those words mean more than they could ever know.

When a family can feel the love their loved one is receiving, it reminds us why we do what we do. Because at Gull Arbor, this has never been just a job. It is a calling. It is a ministry. It is the privilege of caring for someone’s mother, grandmother, wife, or friend during some of the most precious and vulnerable moments of their lives.

And as we walk beside her, we are reminded of the words:

“Well done, good and faithful servant.” ❤️

We may not always be able to change the outcome, but we can make sure no one walks through these final days without love, dignity, comfort, and a hand to hold.

So thankful for the incredible caregivers who give so much of themselves to the people entrusted to our care. What a blessing it is to be His hands and feet.

Please keep our dear resident and her family in your prayers as we continue to love and care for her through this sacred season. ❤️

08/10/2026

💛 We’re Looking for Someone Special to Join Our Gull Arbor Family 💛

Gull Arbor Senior Living is looking for a dependable, caring person to join our team as a caregiver for approximately 8–16 hours a week, with occasional PRN hours available.

This would be a wonderful opportunity for someone who truly enjoys spending time with seniors and wants to make a difference in the lives of others. Our residents aren’t just people we care for—they’re part of our Gull Arbor family. ❤️

We’re looking for someone who is:

✨ Reliable and dependable
✨ Compassionate and patient
✨ Comfortable caring for seniors
✨ Someone who enjoys conversation, companionship, and the little things that make someone’s day better
✨ Willing to be part of a team and someone we can count on when scheduled

This position could be a great fit for someone looking for a few hours each week, a retiree wanting to stay active, a parent looking for part-time hours, or someone who simply has a heart for caring for others.

Most importantly, we’re looking for someone who shows up, follows through, and genuinely cares. We want this to be a blessing to the right person—and we hope they’ll be a blessing to our residents, too. 💕

If you or someone you know might be a good fit, please send me a private message. We’d love to connect and tell you more about Gull Arbor and what we’re looking for.

And please feel free to share this post with someone who may be looking for this kind of opportunity!

🏡❤️ Gull Arbor Senior Living

08/08/2026

🏹 WHAT ARROWS ARE IN YOUR QUIVER FOR HEALTHY AGING?

After spending years caring for seniors, I've learned something that has changed the way I think about aging.

You don't want to wait until the battle begins to start looking for arrows.

You prepare your quiver before you need them.

I've watched people come to Gull Arbor at very different stages of their lives. I've seen the challenges that can come with aging, but I've also had the privilege of watching people continue to laugh, create, make friends, find purpose and truly LIVE in their later years.

And it made me ask myself:
What can we do NOW to give our bodies the best opportunity to age well later?

That question has become a passion of mine.
I've spent years learning about nutrition, movement, sleep, stress, relationships, purpose and — more recently — cellular health and the body's natural processes for protecting, powering and renewing itself.

That journey eventually led me to LifeVantage.
As a LifeVantage consultant, I've had the opportunity to learn much more deeply about cellular health and incorporate these products into my own wellness routine.

And because I believe so strongly in supporting healthy aging, I also choose to purchase these products for my residents when they move into Gull Arbor. It's simply one of the ways I try to support their overall wellness while they're in my care.

I've seen enough over the years to know that there isn't one magic pill, one product or one answer.
Healthy aging is a whole-person approach.
But I also believe we shouldn't wait until our bodies are struggling to start caring for them.

🏹 Protect.
⚡ Power.
♻️ Renew.

Those are three of the arrows I've chosen to put in my own healthy-aging quiver.

And I'll keep learning. I'll keep asking questions. I'll keep looking for ways to help the people I love — including the residents at Gull Arbor — live their best lives for as long as possible.

Because after all these years, I've realized something:

The goal isn't simply more years in your life.
❤️ It's more LIFE in your years.

If you're curious about the cellular-health tools that have become part of my own journey, you can learn more here:

👉 lvhealth.lifevantage.com

I'm always happy to share what I've learned and answer questions.

08/07/2026

There's something special about generations creating side by side. ❤️

Today, our residents and some of our younger friends spent time making crafts together, sharing smiles, stories, and a little creativity. While they were busy placing each tiny piece, something even more beautiful was taking shape—friendships, laughter, and memories.

It's amazing how a simple afternoon around the craft table can bring generations together and remind us that the best moments in life are often the simplest ones. 💙

08/06/2026

💕 Happy 65th Anniversary, Jim & Joyce! 💕

Yesterday, we had the joy of celebrating an incredible milestone with Jim and Joyce as they marked 65 wonderful years of marriage.

They enjoyed a quiet, romantic dinner together on the sunporch, reminiscing, laughing, and simply enjoying each other's company. It was a beautiful reminder that true love isn't measured by grand gestures, but by a lifetime of choosing each other, day after day.

Congratulations, Jim and Joyce, on 65 years of love, commitment, and cherished memories. Your story is an inspiration to all of us, and we are so honored to celebrate this special day with you.

❤️ Here's to a love that has stood the test of time. Happy Anniversary!