Eskaton featured on Channel 10 Sacramento & Company
(segment seven)

Information on the adult day healthcare program available for seniors who are looking for assistance while maintaing their independence.

Adult Day Healthcare Service
for Seniors - Video (July 21, 2008)

Eskaton featured on Channel 10 Sacramento & Company
(segment six)

Being a caregiver can sometimes be stressful. That's why Eskaton provides a variety of support services for those who are caring for an elderly loved one.

Caregiver Support - Video (June 16, 2008)

May 2008

Eskaton Releases 2007-2008 Annual Report

Release of Eskaton’s 2007-2008 Annual Report was a highlight of the company’s May 22 annual meeting. The event, which celebrated Eskaton’s 40th anniversary, included election of Eskaton members and the board of directors, a review of 2007 accomplishments and challenges, and the president’s awards.

Eskaton featured on Channel 10 Sacramento & Company
(segment five)

Experts from Eskaton explain how memory loss doesn't have to be a factor of the aging process. Exercise and nutrition can play a part in keeping you mentally sharp.

Maintaining Your Memory - Video (May 19, 2008)

Eskaton featured on Channel 10 Sacramento & Company
(segment four)

Information on the free TLC telephone reassurance program which reaches out daily to isolated seniors who may not have anyone else to talk to.

TLC, Telephone Reassurance Program - Video (May 12, 2008)

Eskaton Presenters at Aging Services of California Annual Meeting

Sheri Peifer, Eskaton Vice President, Research and Strategic Planning, and Wes Justyn, Eskaton Board member, led a session (What You Don’t See Matters) on the use of senior-friendly design elements and technology applications in creating homes that support aging in place at the May annual meeting of Aging Services of California.

Lynette Tidwell, Eskaton Vice President, Community Relations, participated in a panel presentation (Health and Fitness on the Cheap) that focused on the role of exercise and increased physical activity in reducing falls and the fear of falling among older adults.

TLC Program Honored at Aging Services of California Annual Meeting

Terri Becker, Program Director, accepted the 2008 Community Service award on behalf of Eskaton at the May annual meeting of Aging Services of California. The award recognized the exceptional holiday Giving Tree in which dozens of community organizations and individuals provide gifts for over 600 telephone reassurance clients and low-income senior housing residents.

Connie Batterson Receives “Outstanding Mentor” Award

At the May annual meeting of Aging Services of California, Connie Batterson, Eskaton Senior Vice President, Brand Management, was honored with the Outstanding Mentor award recognizing her support of others in the aging services field in achieving their career goals.

Eskaton Village Roseville Wins MAME Awards

Eskaton Village Roseville was presented with three North State Building Industry Association’s MAME (Major Achievement in Marketing Excellence) awards at the April 25 annual awards banquet.

• Community of the Year
• Best Overall Architecture for the Chateau floor plan
• Best Overall Model Interior Design Complex

The awards were accepted on behalf of Lakemont and Eskaton by Ed Johanson, president and chief executive officer of Lakemont. Lakemont and Eskaton collaborated in development of Eskaton Village Roseville, a multiservice retirement community featuring owner-occupied homes; village center with indoor pool, exercise equipment and recreational space; assisted living apartments and a memory care center. The 52-acre community is located in northwest Roseville.

The event, held at the Hyatt Regency in Sacramento, drew representatives of the region’s private and public builders as well as architects, engineers and other associated professionals.

TLC (Talking, Listensing, Caring)
12th annual Garden Gala
"Champagne, Rubies and Jazz"

Britt Carlson, co-chair of the 2008 TLC Garden Gala, was featured in the Sacramento Bee. Click here to read more.

When and where: May 15 at Arden Hills Resort Club & Spa, beginning at 6 p.m.; $150 per person, $125 for guests 70-plus; call (916) 334-0810.

Eskaton featured on Channel 10 Sacramento & Company
(segment three)

Information on options for seniors who are close to losing their ability to drive.

Safe Driving for Older Adults - Video (April 21, 2008)

Eskaton Adult Day Health Center Carmichael - Outstanding Accomplishment

For the third time in a row, Eskaton Adult Day Health Center Carmichael earned deficiency-free survey results from the California Department of Aging -- an outstandng accomplishment. The Center provides daytime health care, personal care, hot lunch and recreation for seniors. Information: 916-334-0296

Eskaton Village Placerville Takes First Reservation

On April 16, 2008, Margaret Darby signed her reservation agreement and became the first prospective resident of The Lodge at Eskaton Village Placerville. Margaret grew up in the San Diego area where she currently lives.  She decided to move to Placerville to be closer to her daughter, Joan, and son-in-law, Don, who recently purchased a Lakemont home at Eskaton Village Placerville.

Eskaton featured on Channel 10 Sacramento & Company
(segment two)

Felling overwhelmed with an aging family memeber ... find resources to help.

Overwhelmed Caregiver - Video (March 17, 2008)

Nevada County - Best Senior Living Community & Best Assisted Living Community

Eskaton Village Grass Valley was again selected as the Best Senior Living Community and the Best Assisted Living Community by readers of The Union newspaper in its 2007 Best of Nevada County Contest. This is the fourth consecutive year in which Eskaton Village Grass Valley has won either or both of these awards. Information: 530-273-1778

Eskaton featured on Channel 10 Sacramento & Company
(segment one)

Knowing When to Move - Video (February 25, 2008)

Who cares? We do . . .

The Senior Connection resource specialist Brenda Muller received a call from the son of a regular Companionship Plus client requesting assistance in registering his mother to vote. Realizing that the voter registration deadline was the next day, Brenda contacted activity assistant Julianna Tachibana, who not only helped her client complete the form, but also took it to the post office, ensuring her client could vote in the primary election. Information: 916-3341072