Resident Stories at Elim Park

Discover what life at Elim Park looks like through the people who call it home. Our Resident Stories highlight real experiences from residents enjoying Independent Living in Cheshire, CT, from staying active and pursuing new passions to finding connection, purpose, and peace of mind in a welcoming community.

Clay Norman | Doing What He Loves Every Day

For Clay, life at Elim Park is about staying engaged, continuing to do what he loves, and having the freedom to enjoy each day his way. From traveling the world with his wife to staying active in the fitness center and working with his hands in the woodshop, he’s found a lifestyle that supports both his interests and his sense of purpose.

Barbara Welker Griggs | “I’ve Reinvented My Life”

Through Barbara’s story, you’ll get a glimpse of what life at Elim Park can be like. Like many of our residents, she stays active, spends time in the gardens, and enjoys life here with her beloved pets by her side. She has truly made this community her home.