Gentry Park Senior Living Articles

What is Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)? Many people experience short periods of time when they feel sad or not like their usual selves. Sometimes, these mood changes begin and end when the seasons change. People may start to feel “down” when the days get shorter in the fall and winter (also called “winter blues”) and […]

Meet Joe Sizemore, Traditions’ October Employee of the Month! Joe was born and raised in Nashville, Indiana, known for its beautiful fall foliage and for being the center of the Brown County Art Colony. He has worked for Gentry Park Senior Living for nearly three years as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) on their weekend […]

Autumn is a season of change. Among the ever-changing colors of the leaves, cooler temperatures, and endless pumpkin spice-flavored treats come the wacky and wicked decorations of the so-called “spooky season.” Beginning as early as September 1st and running through Halloween on October 31st, you are likely to encounter all sorts of spooky decorations, from re-creations […]

Trunk-or-Treat at Gentry Park Thursday, October 26 | 5 PM – 7PM Please join Gentry Park Senior Living and our partners for a spooktacular Trunk-or-Treat with lots of candy and giveaways for your adorable ghosts, ghouls, and goblins! See you there! MORE INFORMATION: Samantha Barringer Community Relations Director [email protected] 812.668.1200

Guest Contributor Jill Huynh, Licensed Social Worker and Parent Coach for over 20 years We know that tweens and teens are not always the most communicative. 😉 When you add in a generation gap with their grandparents or another beloved senior, it can be even more challenging.  So, we contacted Jill Huynh, a licensed social worker and parent coach […]

Memory care may be a critical part of maintaining a high quality of life for many seniors. In fact, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimate that seniors suffering from Alzheimer’s Disease will double by 2060. This is why it is critical when choosing a senior living community to consider their approach to memory care. […]

Oktoberfest at Gentry Park Wednesday, October 18 | 3PM – 6PM Please join us for Oktoberfest at Gentry Park! Meet us outside our main building for an authentic German band and light appetizers. Did we mention there will be fun giveaways and beer tasting from local breweries? See you there! MORE INFORMATION: Samantha Barringer Community Relations […]

Guest Blogger: Owen, a 13-year-old who loves playing shortstop. Alzheimer’s disease and other progressive neurodegenerative diseases that impair cognitive ability and affect memory can have a significant long-term impact on a family. As part of Our Commitment to create spaces for multiple generations to come together, we asked a young teen, Owen, to review the book Curveball: The […]

Choosing the right senior living community to call home is an important and emotional decision. At Traditions, we understand the gravity of this decision, and we’re here to help you every step of the way. Whether your family is seeking Independent Living, Assisted Living, or Memory Care, you’ll find a place to call home in […]

Jerry’s Experience at Traditions Gentry Park Senior Living September 15, 2023 The decision to move out of your home and into a Senior Living community is a tremendous one. There are many factors to consider, and let’s face it, it’s hard to leave behind the many memories you made in your home. At Traditions, we […]

Gentry Park Senior Living offers welcoming options for independent senior living, assisted living, and memory care. We’re located on Bloomington’s East Side. Click here to learn more about Gentry Park Senior Living or call 1 812 668 1200 to schedule a tour today!

AL GALLO Gentry Park Senior Living Meet Al Gallo, our September Resident of the Month! Al has called Gentry Park Senior Living in Bloomington, Indiana, home since September of 2016. When asked why he chose Gentry Park as his home, Al said, “My children looked at all the options in and around Bloomington. They felt […]