Everything Elim Senior Living Blog
Welcome to the Everything Elim Blog, your window into the heart of Elim Park, a vibrant senior and independent living community nestled in the picturesque town of Cheshire, CT. Here, we celebrate our residents’ active, independent lifestyles and offer a glimpse into the experiences that define living at Elim Park. Our blog features stories, advice, tips, and insights designed to enlighten, entertain, and inform our residents and the broader community. From health and wellness tips tailored for independent senior living to highlights of our engaging social activities and cultural events, the Everything Elim Blog is your source for everything that makes Elim Park not just a place to live, but a place to thrive.
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Nurturing the Heart and Soul of Our Community
Since becoming Director of Christian Ministries in December 2021, Pastor Tim Olsen has embraced our mission of honoring God in all we do. “I loved my many years as pastor of the Covenant Church in
Eggplant Parmesan with Roberta & Baki
Elim Eats Roberta Sansone has been a resident of Elim Park long enough to earn a reputation as a talented cook and great neighbor. Her belief in food being good for both body and soul
A World Traveler Discovers the Ideal Destination
It was just before Christmas in 2020 when Irene Schaefer saw the sparkling Elim Park Christmas tree shining in the Bistro. “I knew in that moment that I was home—and I was absolutely right!” Irene, a longtime resident of Chatham, NJ, who after her husband passed in 2020 wanted to be closer to her children and grandkids who live in Connecticut.
Breaking Ground and Looking Ahead to Spring
Every season is wonderful at Elim Park, but this fall promises to be an especially notable one because we have broken ground for our new Arts & Leisure Center! Administrator for Independent Living, Rob Cota provides the latest update: “We’re working closely with our architect and builder and anticipate opening the new Center in early spring 2023.
Continue Lifelong Learning with Elim Park University
What does lifelong learning mean to you? At Elim Park, lifelong learning is a part of our DNA. Our unique, on-campus higher learning model enables residents to participate in our university as both teachers and students, with courses ranging from American Presidential Leadership to Infection Control and everything in between!
Cheshire Youth Theatre at Nelson Hall
The 2022 Show Was A Huge Success! Nelson Hall recently wrapped up Cheshire Youth Theatre, a two-week youth theatre mastery program, ending with two incredible performances of Matilda Jr. This program helped lead youth actors