Hessler Heights Gracious Retirement Living

As families explore senior living options, ensuring a safe and secure environment is paramount. From emergency response protocols and monitoring technology to staff training and community design, we’ll explore safety and security measures that contribute to the well-being and peace of mind of residents and their families. Read our blog to learn what makes a senior living community truly safe and secure.

Evaluating Senior Safety and Security Systems Exploring senior living? Learn valuable insights for making informed decisions when it comes to selecting a senior living community that prioritizes senior safety and security.

Finding the ideal senior living arrangement is a significant step, and the landscape is rich with choices. But which one is right for you? Learn more about continuing care retirement communities (CCRCs), their benefits, costs involved and considerations.

Continuing Care Retirement Communities: Are They Right for You? CCRCs aim to provide a continuum of care as a resident ages. Here’s how to evaluate the choices and the costs involved, and how to understand the contract options.

Beach Bingo Bonanza was a BLAST! Great food, great fun, and lots of winners!

Home. It’s not a place – it’s a feeling. And that feeling grows stronger as we age. But when daily life becomes more difficult, older adults need support to age in place successfully. Read our blog to learn more about senior services and in-home care support.

What Is In-Home Care? Blog details the concept and implementation of in-home care for senior citizens.

Belated Cinco De Mayo everyone! We celebrated with some big smiles and good food this Sunday at Hessler Heights! Everyone was ready for a siesta after lunch! 🌮

It’s heatin’ up outside here in Northern Virginia so it’s time for front porch shenanigans and good vibes!

Every first Wednesday of the month, we celebrate our birthdays coming up that month! Who doesn’t love birthday cake?! Wishing our residents, and friends, with a May birthday warm wishes and lots of birthday hugs!

Falls can threaten independence and health at any age. But by taking proactive steps, you can dramatically reduce your fall risk and safeguard your independence and health for years to come. From home modifications to lifestyle changes, our blog is packed with actionable fall prevention tips to help you build a personalized prevention plan that works for you.

Fall Prevention: 4 Fall Safety Tips Everyone Should Know Essential fall prevention tips for a safer life. From home modifications to lifestyle changes, discover ways to protect your well-being and develop a fall prevention plan that works for you.

Hessler Heights was bustling with residents and visitors alike last week at our Seafood Boil! Our Chef and his crew made a delectable spread of staples for a good ole’ fashion seafood boil!

Love is always in the air at Hessler Heights. Gracious living with your best friend, could it get any better?

It’s not a place – it’s a feeling. And that feeling grows stronger as we age. But when daily life becomes more difficult, older adults need support to age in place successfully. Read our blog to learn more about senior services and in-home care support.

What Is In-Home Care? Blog details the concept and implementation of in-home care for senior citizens.

There are so many neat aspects and perks of senior living, but perhaps the most special is the relationships! We get to witness seniors move into Hessler Heights and make numerous meaningful, daily friendships! Whether it’s with one another or staff, these are just a sample of the moments you will see when you visit Hessler Heights. New girlfriends gabbing on the patio, staff and residents cracking up together, friends walking hand in hand, and shared hugs!

Our very own Ben & Jerry! 😊

Legacy hosts so many fun activities in our community. Bryanne just finished up a fun and challenging word game with our residents! We love partnering with the awesome folks at Legacy!

Nobody thinks they will fall victim to fraud, but older adults are often the target of scams and fraudsters. In our latest blog, learn essential advice on recognizing and avoiding scams.

5 Elder Fraud Protection Tips | Hawthorn Senior Living Safeguard your future and learn essential strategies to protect yourself or a loved one from elder fraud.

Food, water, communication tools, a well-defined evacuation route - these are key in building an emergency preparedness plan. For older adults, successfully navigating emergencies demands a thoughtfully crafted and actionable strategy. Our blog serves as a guide, initiating a crucial conversation and equipping you with the knowledge and tools necessary to weather any storm effectively.

Emergency Preparedness for Seniors Stay safe and secure in any situation with this essential guide to emergency preparedness for seniors. Learn how to plan, build a kit and stay informed.

"A good friend is like a four-leaf clover, hard to find and lucky to have." — Irish proverb

It was all green around Hessler Heights over the weekend as we celebrated St. Patrick’s Day together! Everyone was so festive as we dined on classic Irish fare! Our culinary team knocked it out of the park with ultra-tender corned beef, cabbage, and steamed red potatoes. We also had shepherd’s pie and banger rolls - bratwursts!

Happy Friday from all of us at Hessler Heights! We recommend taking a little time to laugh and smile! 😊

We had fun celebrating the Oscar awards this week! How fun are our residents!? We noshed on candy, toasted with ginger ale, and pretended we were together in Hollywood! All in all, FABULOUS!

We hosted a lovely spring-themed brunch buffet this last Sunday! The menu included fresh crepes, scrambled eggs with goat cheese & herbs, roasted garlic rosemary red potatoes, fresh fruit and pasta salad, chicken Marbella, fresh tossed salad and more! Thank you to our gracious Chef Orane, his culinary team, and our wonderful residents for being so hospitable!

“Friendship is another word for love.” - Unknown

It was a super sweet Valentine’s Day here at Hessler Heights! Seeing so many of our residents dressed in festive colors and enjoying the day was simply delightful! Aren’t they a beautiful bunch?!

Happy Mardi Gras from all of us at Hessler Heights! Our community enjoyed a delicious, savory lunch of jambalaya and shrimp & grits earlier this week! Don’t our residents look fabulous? Marlene and Robert took the king cake with their ravishing outfits! Sue, Sharon and Claire were also dazzling with holiday cheer! Let the good times roll!

Choosing senior living can be a smart financial decision for adults for many reasons. Explore how choosing all-inclusive independent living can save you money in the long run, from reduced maintenance costs to included amenities and services.

How Independent Senior Living Can Stretch Your Retirement Budget | Hawthorn Senior Living Explore how choosing all-inclusive independent living can save you money in the long run, from reduced maintenance costs to included amenities and services.

We recently had a blast celebrating Pat's 80th with a surprise birthday bash! Pat's daughter Stephanie coordinated with Hessler Heights staff to arrange for a festive surprise party for her mother complete with birthday cake, balloons, memory lane photos, and more! We love hosting special events for our residents!

Health care expenses are one of the biggest concerns for retirees. But there are ways you can anticipate and manage these costs. Use our blog as a resource for navigating the complexities of health care costs so you can master your health and wealth.

How to Protect Your Retirement Savings From Health Care Expenses Learn about common expenses, insurance options and proactive strategies to secure your health and wealth in retirement.

Peg hosted a wonderful homemade pierogi potluck on Christmas evening! With lots of help from Anita and her family; they sautéed a delicious array of pierogis in butter and had a lot of other items to nibble on! The Activity Room smelled divine, and the fellowship was delightful! Thank you, ladies!

Happy New Year! A time to reflect on the past, enjoy the present and reinforce the future with fresh eyes. Share with us your resolutions.

Bob recently celebrated his birthday in our private dining room surrounded by family. We love hosting families for celebrations and get-togethers!