Just like our residents, we get better every year. Leisure Care has been certified as a Great Place to Work® for the third year in a row. Learn more about the certification process and what makes Leisure Care such a great place to work! Great Places to Work is on a mission to help every...
As dementia progresses, finding effective and non-invasive ways to improve the quality of life for patients becomes increasingly important. One such method is music therapy. According to the American Music Therapy Association, music therapy is “the clinical and evidence-based use of music interventions to accomplish individualized goals within a therapeutic relationship by a credentialed professional...
Sweet, sweet summertime! As the temperatures rise and the days grow longer, summer presents a unique opportunity for older adults to prioritize their health and wellness. With a little extra care and attention, older adults can fully embrace the fun in the sun while safeguarding their well-being. See how residents at The Ackerly at Timberland are...
We are excited to introduce MyLeisureCare (MyLC), a comprehensive app that provides residents, families, and friends unparalleled access to services and amenities across all Leisure Care communities. Available on the web and in the App Store, MyLC brings a new level of convenience and connectivity to our community members. What is MyLeisureCare? MyLC is a...
Today’s older adults aren’t slowing down. They’re just getting started. And The Ackerly at Timberland is here to inspire them to embrace joy and purpose in their lives. Managed by Leisure Care and backed by their nearly 50 years of excellence in senior living, we’ve been reimagining and reinventing retirement, making sure older adults have...
As winter weather blankets most of the country, the advantages of residing in a senior living community become especially pronounced. Within Leisure Care communities, winter takes on a whole new meaning as warmth, security, and community spirit transform the winter season into a time of genuine comfort. Take a closer look at how Leisure Care...
At The Ackerly at Timberland, we believe retirement is all about doing more of what you love. Whether you have a green thumb or not, gardening is a great way to be engaged in community life while enjoying nature. Here, gardening is more than just a hobby; it’s a therapeutic and fulfilling activity that provides...
Today’s senior living communities are more than just places where older adults live. At The Ackerly at Timberland senior living in Portland, older adults enjoy community in every sense of the word. Here, older adults are accepted and included in a loving environment that feels just like home – because it is. At The Ackerly,...
American author Lloyd Alexander advises, “Keep reading. It’s one of the most marvelous adventures that anyone can have.” If that’s true, the residents at The Ackerly at Timberland are on a grand adventure. Take a closer look at how the Portland senior living community celebrates reading. The Ackerly at Timberland is an independent living, assisted...
The Ackerly at Timberland senior living knows that small acts of self-care can lead to a lifetime of wellness. August is National Wellness Month, and The Ackerly at Timberland is going above and beyond to deliver opportunities for holistic wellness to its independent living, assisted living, and memory care residents. Learn more about their inspiring...