On April 22nd and 23rd residents from Still Hopes enjoyed exploring coastal Georgia. On the first day of our trip, we toured Savannah and put some “South in Our Mouths” at Paula Dean’s restaurant The Lady & Sons. Our accommodations were on St. Simon’s Island at the Four Star Oceanfront King & Prince Resort. The next day, we explored the island with a trolley tour that stopped at many historic points of interest including: Christ Church, Fort Frederica, and the Bloody Marsh battle site. Pictured are Mary Hope Rogers and Dale Pedrick aboard the St. Simon’s Trolley. Dale Pedrick was born in Waycross, Ga. and spent many summers on St. Simon’s Island where her grandparents had cottages. She especially enjoyed reminiscing about the wonderful times she had there. Before heading home, the group had time for lunch and shopping at Pier Village.
Check out our latest newsletter to see where the Still Hopes bus is headed next! More pictures from this trip can be seen in the “Trip to Coastal Georgia” photo album on our Facebook page!
Last week, 18 residents boarded the Still Hopes bus and headed to Cheraw, SC. Pictured left to right: Sarah Spruill, our local tour guide, Nell Barr, Nell’s daughter Beverly, Jennie Guyton, her niece Beverly, and Pat Finlayson. Nell lived in Cheraw for five years, and Pat and Jennie were both born in Cheraw. Our day was filled with a driving tour of the town, visits to historic landmarks, and a lovely luncheon in a private home, catered by the Episcopal Church Women of St. David’s Episcopal Church. The azaleas and dogwoods lined every corner, and we all agreed that Cheraw lived up to its nickname, “The Prettiest Town in Dixie”.
Still Hopes is excited to announce the beginning of construction on our Elizabeth B. Lowry Concierge Suites at the Mansion.
The second floor of the Elizabeth B. Lowry building and the second floor of the Guignard Mansion are currently being remodeled to offer floor plans and amenities for those individuals who desire to live independently, but also desire daytime concierge services.
Nearly all of the suites have a separate bedroom, bath, living area and a kitchenette. A few are efficiency style living and bedroom combinations. Three meals per day will be available in the Palmetto Room or the Bistro.
The Concierge Suites at the Mansion will offer many of the same services your neighbors at Still Hopes have come to enjoy, plus a Concierge who will provide services that you would expect at your favorite hotel. Suites will range in size from 392 to 749 square feet. (click here to see floor plans)
Call or come by today to learn more. 803-739-5040. Or visit us online at www.stillhopes.org
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Only 3 Apartments and 3 Cottages Available.
Concierge Suites Under Construction.
Call or Click for details 803-739-5040.
The Still Hopes Family Day 2010 and the Centennial Celebration of the Guignard Mansion is right around the corner. Saturday May 1 and Sunday May 2, residents and invited guests will enjoy a catered lunch and fun activities.
A special part of this year’s Family Day will be the Centennial Celebration of the Guignard Mansion. Built in 1910, this home has opened its doors to countless social gatherings through the years, including our annual Family Day weekend.
Residents and invited guests are encouraged to visit the mansion while at Family Weekend.
For additional details regarding the activities and Registration for each Family Day contact: sfrench@stillhopes.org 803-739-5015.
Also, please join us for a Centennial Celebration Worship Service Sunday at 11am.
This past Tuesday, 12 residents enjoyed a guided nature hike at the USC Belser Arboretum. The group was guided by retired USC professor Dr. Pat DeCoursey. We could not have asked for a better day; the weather was sunny and the trees had just begun leafing out. We followed the Arboretum Trail Loop which took us for a 3/5 mile hike around the perimeter of the nature preserve. Along the way, Dr. DeCoursey pointed out interesting plantings like the newest addition, an October Glory Red Maple. She also explained the long restoration process that began 4 years ago, and the future of this ongoing project. Everyone enjoyed being able to stretch their legs outdoors after the long winter, and plans were made to return to the Arboretum for a picnic in the near future.
