A Day in the Life of a Resident at a Senior Living Community

At CRISTA Senior Living, residents enjoy a fulfilling lifestyle that caters to their individual physical, social, and spiritual needs. The senior living community life is unique in that residents choose from various activities to fill their schedules, making for busier or more relaxed days. Here’s a glimpse into what a typical day in a resident’s life at CRISTA Senior Living might look like.

Morning: Off To an Energizing Start

Start your day with a morning walk around our beautifully landscaped 55-acre Cristwood Park campus in Shoreline, WA. If it’s a rainy Seattle morning, be sure to bring your raincoat or umbrella! If you prefer a more structured exercise routine, we also offer seated fitness classes, Better Balance, and advanced fitness classes.

Mid-Morning: Engaging Activities

After breakfast, residents have the opportunity to participate in a variety of activities and outings. There are weekly trips to local grocery stores and shopping centers for residents to run errands and get out for the day without the hassle of coordinating their own transportation. If you’d prefer to stay at your home or around campus, there are resident-led interest groups to get involved, Wii bowling tournaments, and choir practices that also happen throughout the week. Residents have regular access to the workshop and large art studio on campus whenever they’d like to work on their own hands-on projects. At Cristwood Park, our chaplain also leads weekly worship and chapel services that anyone can attend.

Lunch: Social Dining Experience

Lunchtime can serve as a social hub for residents to gather together and enjoy meals prepared with their health in mind. The CrisCafe at Cristwood Park in Shoreline, WA, provides freshly made breakfast, lunch, grab-and-go snacks, and specialty coffee that is available anytime during the day. Grab a friend or two and enjoy a latte, salad, sandwich, or snack!

Afternoon: Personalized Leisure

Post-lunch hours offer activities with options for all unique preferences. Residents can relax in the comfort of their apartments, delve into a good book at the Cristwood Park library, or participate in hobbies such as gardening or the weekly ping-pong tournament. Cristwood Park also offers organized outings and scenic drives to local attractions such as Edmonds Marina Beach or the Everett waterfront. Volunteer opportunities are also available at King’s Schools for students to engage with CRISTA Senior Living residents. During and after school, King’s students come to visit and participate in various activities with residents – ranging from making crafts to serving dinner or just sitting and chatting together.

Evening: Community Gatherings

Dinner is served for residents every evening at The Grotto, our seated dining experience at Cristwood Park. But even as the day winds down, this community is still active and lively. Residents can come together for various evening events, including movies, card games, and Bridge nights. Consider seeing a movie at the Edmonds theater or a show at the local community theater. King’s Schools also has ongoing events from musicals and concerts to athletic games. These gatherings enhance social connections and contribute to the vibrant community life that CRISTA Senior Living is known for.

Becoming a resident at CRISTA Senior Living means embracing a routine that balances activity, social engagement, and personal fulfillment. Each day offers various activities residents can participate in, ensuring you can experience the ideal senior living community life. Visit CRISTA Senior Living to learn more today!