The Cottages Of Carmel

Meet Craig Winter, Physical Therapist and Rehabilitation Director of a Watermark community. At the height of the pandemic, dressed in full PPE, Craig and his team put everything on wheels to keep rehab rolling safely. Watch all candid, unscripted video stories from families, residents, community associates and professional partners: http://ow.ly/RilD50Coq5w. #WatermarkBTS #watermarkcommunities #seniorliving #testimonials

Meet Lou Marconi, son of a Watermark resident. When his mom had a stroke, Lou and his siblings considered senior living. Now he sleeps well knowing his mom receives the stimulation, programs, friendship and love she deserves. Watch all candid, unscripted video stories from families, residents, community associates and professional partners: http://ow.ly/WHmZ50CokfQ. #WatermarkBTS #watermarkcommunities #seniorliving #testimonials

Meet Roger Mallery, a Watermark Community Fitness Trainer. Roger helped residents thrive through the toughest of times, whether they were dancing, kickboxing or even walking 10 paces to a place in the sun. Watch all candid, unscripted video stories from families, residents, community associates and professional partners: http://ow.ly/PRrD50CohJV. #WatermarkBTS #watermarkcommunities #seniorliving

Meet Dee Levin, a seven-year Watermark resident. Dee traded a nice suburban home with an in-home caregiver for a senior living community, so her husband could thrive the last two years of his life. After he passed, she stayed. Why would she dream of living anywhere else? Watch all candid, unscripted video stories from families, residents, community associates and professional partners: http://ow.ly/ySEk50CofOX. #WatermarkBTS #watermarkcommunities #seniorliving

Meet Dr. Karl Benedict, Medical Director of a Watermark community. He enjoys helping seniors thrive, and the pandemic has made him believe more fervently than ever in senior living. Watch all candid, unscripted video stories from families, residents, community associates and professional partners: http://ow.ly/n0tK50CkkSd. #WatermarkBTS #watermarkcommunities #seniorliving

Expressions 2021 Calendar Now Available The 21st edition of the Watermark Expressions calendar is now available for pickup at Watermark communities nationwide. This 32-page, full-color calendar features spectacular artwork handcrafted from the heart by our talented residents. It makes a great gift, and if you can’t wait, download your electronic calendar here: http://ow.ly/NzNi50Cm3NB. #ExpressionsCalendar2021 #watermarkcommunities #thriving #arttherapy #lovetocreate #artists #artfromtheheart

We're honored to share this powerful short documentary about the impact of senior living on generations of people. Go #behindthescenes for heartfelt and inspirational stories from those who know senior living the best. #WatermarkBTS #watermarkcommunities #truestories #seniorliving #testimonials

Meet Jack and Lindsay, son and granddaughter of Watermark resident Dee Levin. With the facts, their misconceptions and worries about senior living vanished. Watch all candid, unscripted video stories from families, residents, community associates and professional partners: http://ow.ly/iNRy50CbRdH. #WatermarkBTS #watermarkcommunities #seniorliving #behindthescenes #truestories #testimonials

Meet Maria Boslego, a Watermark Community Life Associate. Maria’s essential work makes a difference in the lives of residents and their families. But it never feels like work. Watch all candid, unscripted video stories from families, residents, community associates and professional partners: http://ow.ly/bvsG50C5l4h. #WatermarkBTS #watermarkcommunities #seniorliving #behindthescenes #truestories #testimonials

Create and celebrate success is one of Watermark Communities operating principles. At The Cottages of Carmel, we love to help our residents celebrate! Although 2020 is proving to be an unusual kind of year, we still have lots to celebrate we might just be doing it differently! This past August, we had the honor of helping Dennis Lynn celebrate his 90th Birthday! His family visited for a safe and socially-distant outdoor party. One of Dennis's daughters is a Master of Blac...kboards; she loves to decorate chalkboards to honor life milestones, and this special birthday board was an extraordinary tribute! Dennis was born on August 28, 1925. He served in the United States Army and later retired from the Postal Service as a Pacific Grove Postmaster. Dennis is married to Josephine, his loving wife of 70 years. They have a beautiful family consisting of two daughters and son-in-laws, five grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. The Lynn's have enjoyed living at The Cottages of Carmel since June of 2019. It is truly our pleasure having The Lynn's with us, and we are so grateful to have them as such a wonderful part of our community! #birthday #happybirthday #celebrate #love #family #thriving #seniorliving #TheCottagesofCarmel

TRY YOUR GREEN THUMB AT HOME As we continue to spend more time at home to keep our loved ones healthy, it’s the perfect time to grow your green thumb skills. You don’t need a large yard and big garden or even a raised garden bed to get started. Create your very own at-home garden, and enjoy fresh produce, reap health benefits and save money with these simple tips:... http://ow.ly/w4sB50ARRzB #garden #gardening #homegrown #vegetables #flowers #healthylifestyle #activeaging #watermarkcommunities

With summer in full swing and the first half of 2020 behind us, Watermark’s commitment to the health and safety of our residents and associates remains steadfast and focused. Our Covid-19 Task Force has been meeting regularly with community leadership teams to provide training as we develop and finalize the best and highest impact measures available for reducing the risks associated with the virus. We recognize and appreciate the integral role our dedicated associates play in... creating a caring environment with engaging programs, delicious cuisine and thoughtful conversations. To our valued residents and families, thank you for the many ways you contribute to creating our loving, supportive community culture. COO Karen Mlawsky and CFO Misty Hansen share insights in this new video on Watermark’s dedicated resources, safety protocols and internationally sourced PPE. They also give updates on Watermark’s strong leadership and investments in robust associate training and leading-edge practices for providing unparalleled resident care. Be sure to visit our information center at covid19.watermarkresponse.com for the latest updates. Our communities will continue to be a safe place for so many to call home. Stay safe and be well.

CHRISTMAS IN JULY: THE GIFT OF RETIREMENT LIVING ‘Tis the season for Christmas in July. What better way to celebrate and spread joy than to give yourself the gift of a worry-free, convenient lifestyle full of discovery, growth, exploration and friendship. Choosing the right retirement lifestyle for you or a loved one is truly the gift that keeps on giving. #christmasinjuly #giftideas #worryless #seniorliving #retirement #retirementplanning #watermarkcommunities... http://ow.ly/ukjj50AEnVF

LET YOUR RED, WHITE AND BLUE SHINE From everyone at Watermark Retirement Communities, we wish you and your loved ones a happy Fourth of July. There are many ways to enjoy the festivities this year while staying safe, including themed recipes and virtual video parties and events. Share your favorite red-white-and-blue culinary creation by posting a photo and the recipe in the comments section below. http://ow.ly/xCWk50AmpRA... #redwhiteandblue #celebrate #america #4thofjuly #independenceday #recipe #homemade #delicious #watermarkcommunities

WAYS TO SEND LOVE THIS FATHER'S DAY Watermark Retirement Communities wishes all fathers near and far a happy, healthy Father’s Day. Stay in touch with dad, and reach out to the ones you love from the comfort of your home by sending heartfelt wishes via gift baskets, flowers or other deliveries to remind them just how much you care. https://www.watermarkcommunities.com/ways-to-send-love-thi/... #fathersday #fathersdaygifts #dad #love #family #watermarkcommunities

SPF: YOUR THREE FAVORITE LETTERS Hot summer days are quickly approaching, and we can’t wait for afternoons at the beach and backyard barbecues, road trips, hiking and so much more. As you plan to stay active and spend more time outdoors this summer, don’t forget this one crucial thing: Protect your skin. https://www.watermarkcommunities.com/spf-your-three-favori/... #skincancerawareness #protectyourskin #sunprotection #sunscreen #spf #health #sharethefacts #watermarkcommunities

At Watermark, our sole focus is the safety and well-being of our residents, their families and associates. In the near future, you will be learning about our phased approach to safely loosen some of the restrictions currently in place due to COVID-19. CEO David Barnes provides information in this new video about our phased reopening plan, which includes slowly reopening the dining rooms and salons, as well as reintroducing family visitations. This week, Regional Director of ...Health and Task Force member Merri Miller discusses testing and why it is a critical component of our phased reopening strategy. Topics are gathered from questions submitted through our public FAQ (frequently asked questions) page at covid19.watermarkresponse.com/covid-faqs. We have learned a great deal in the last 11 weeks about containment, isolation and mitigation of the COVID-19 virus, and while we don't want to jeopardize these efforts, we are ready to reintroduce some semblance of community life so we can all continue to thrive. Be sure to visit our information center at covid19.watermarkresponse.com for the latest updates. Stay safe and be well.

A MEMORIAL DAY MESSAGE FROM WATERMARK From all of us at Watermark Retirement Communities, we’d like to take a moment to honor and show our appreciation for all of our nation’s heroes this Memorial Day. We are humbled to be able to share life’s journey with veterans at our communities. Thank you to all who served, individuals who made the ultimate sacrifice and to those who are currently serving our country. https://www.watermarkcommunities.com/honoring-and-remember/... #memorialday #veterans #love #family #grateful #watermarkcommunities

At Watermark, we are working diligently to keep you informed of our COVID-19 mitigation protocols, and we thank you for your compliance, patience and unwavering support. Watermark is at the leading edge of this ever-changing situation, and we’re committed to staying on top of the latest information and developments, so we can be responsive to your questions and needs. CEO David Barnes provides updates and responds to questions in this new video about the steps we’re taking to combat and prevent COVID-19. Topics are gathered from questions submitted through our public FAQ (frequently asked questions) page at covid19.watermarkresponse.com/covid-faqs. Be sure to visit our information center at covid19.watermarkresponse.com for the latest updates. Stay safe and be well.

With sincere appreciation, we share this inspiring message from residents at many of our fellow communities managed by Watermark.