A little over a year ago, resident Pat moved into St. Andrew's Place with the encouragement of her children. Pat has always lived a very active lifestyle - even as a senior. She has been president of the board at the senior center and also used to spend time greeting visitors at the community center once a week.
When she began looking for an assisted living facility, St. Andrews Place was at the top of her list due to the encouragement of a resident that she knew from the senior center. After taking a tour, Pat decided St. Andrew’s Place was the best. "I liked the family atmosphere," she says.
Pat has always considered herself a "people person." For 25 years, she worked at the local hospital. She started as a housekeeper and worked her way up to become a billing clerk. She worked hard and is proud of the accomplishments she achieved.
She has belonged to many ladies auxiliary lodges including the American Legion, the Veterans of Foreign Wars, and the Eagles. "I worked my way through the chairs and became president and enjoyed it very much," she remembers.
Pat still enjoys going out into the community. Her daughter takes her out shopping often, and this summer her favorite thing was the concerts on the pier. Pat also took the opportunity to attend Oktoberfest this year.
Pat enjoys the full activities schedule that St. Andrews Place offers. She likes that she can choose to be as active as she decides without being pressured to do too much or not offered enough. Being a social person, she also says she appreciates the smaller atmosphere as it's easier to get to know the people around her.