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SHOULD I STAY OR SHOULD I GO? Wesley Homes’ Open Houses Provide Options

Visitors enjoy the patio at Lea Hill’s Open House last year

Visitors enjoy the patio at Wesley Homes Lea Hill during last year’s Open House.

With a continuing care retirement community in Des Moines and a smaller campus in Auburn, Wesley Homes presents its annual Open Houses in September.

Sunday, September 20th, 1:30 – 4:30 p.m. at Wesley Homes Des Moines , 815 S. 216th Street, Des Moines WA, 206-824-5000; and  Sunday, September 27th, 1:30 – 4:30 p.m. at Wesley Homes Lea Hill, 32049 109th Place SE, Auburn, WA, 253-876-6000 .

“Open House is the only time during the year when such a variety of apartments are open to view,” said Kevin Anderson, CEO. “Plus, resident volunteers are available to share the experience they’ve had living at Wesley Homes.”

 

This year, Open House visitors will have access to resources that will help them make a transition or stay in their home. They will have an opportunity to talk with experts in the areas of:

·         Modifying a home to age in place

·         Accessing in-home care and companionship services

·         Preparing oneself and one’s home for a move later in life

·         Disposing of unwanted belongings and downsizing

·         All the aspects of making a transition including real estate, financial planning and move management

 

At the Open Houses, Wesley Homes will launch a new service for incoming residents. Announcing Easy Transitions by Benevia. This service helps overcome the barriers of moving and provides incoming residents to Wesley Homes comprehensive coordination of their moving process. From trash hauling to finding a realtor and mover, Easy Transitions makes it easier for anyone to make a move.

More information on Easy Transitions and Wesley Homes Open House is available by calling Wesley Homes at 206-824-5000 or visiting www.wesleyhomes.org. 

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3 Responses to “SHOULD I STAY OR SHOULD I GO? Wesley Homes’ Open Houses Provide Options”

  1. Debra Rubens Says:
    August 28th, 2009 at 2:49 pm

    Can’t wait for the Open House! These are not just ideas-they are successful resources that provide helpful answers and options. This is a wonderful opportunity to welcome newcomers while sharing resident stories.

    Many times seniors state they are “Not Ready” to consider preparing for the future as they need practical considerations, resources and suggestions that “make sense” and provide a good fit in their life. Wesley Homes is always thinking ahead opening the door for conversation and invitation to support senior services that work.

    See you at the Open House!

  2. Kari Keller Says:
    September 2nd, 2009 at 9:18 am

    Open House is a great time to view apartments and to get to know the people at our Wesley Homes communities! I had a great time last year and look forward to being a part of this years Open House events!

  3. Christine Tremain Says:
    September 2nd, 2009 at 3:36 pm

    I’m really excited to introduce Benevia to our current and future resdients at Wesley Homes. They offer the support and resources one needs to make a successful transition through professional coordination of a wide variety of service providers. In conjunction with our own Wesley Homes Home Health agency, Elder and Adult Day Services and independent contractors for home repair; we are offering a great resource at this year’s Open Houses.

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