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The BUZZ around town about the Timbers of Shorewood.
Joliet Herald News - Oct. 4, 2015
Shorewood man bid goodbye to the past and embraced life
Tom learned to socialize. He played bags and dominoes. He bowled on a Wii bowling team and amassed trophies. He became resident’s council president. In 2011, he was crowned king of The Timbers’ senior prom. Ellen marveled at the transformation in her stoic father.
Joliet Herald News - Aug. 4, 2015
Support group at Timbers of Shorewood provides encouragement, resources
When Roger Bromley and his wife, Connie, packed up and moved from their home in Maroa into his mother’s Joliet house to become her caregivers, the responsibility was more than he anticipated. Within a year of the move, Bromley joined a caregivers support group
Herald News - June 24, 2015
Joliet pastor in his 80s still preaching and reaching out
Although officially retired, Downey continues to preach and at age 84 is beginning services at the senior living facility Timbers of Shorewood, at the request of his 88-year-old brother who lives there.
Shorewood Patch - Feb. 3, 2015
Shorewood Senior Comforted by Therapy Dog
Barbara Carson’s world is dark and silent, but she is anything but sad. She has one friend who helps keep her world vibrant.
Herald News - Dec. 25, 2014
Visually and hearing impaired Shorewood senior creates art
Barb Carson of Shorewood, 86, can’t see and scarcely can hear. But she had no trouble walking around her apartment Monday at the Timbers of Shorewood, showing off samples of her paintings, which spanned decades.
Joliet Herald News - Nov. 22, 2013
Aid and Attendance for veterans pays for extra care
Ann O'Connor of the Timbers of Shorewood could afford to pay for extra care for her husband John O'Connor thanks to an Aid and Attendance for wartime veterans benefit.
Joliet Herald News - July 5, 2013
This ‘prom’ bridges the generation gap
Being crowned queen at the Timbers' “senior prom” was thrilling for Marie Smeets. But it was second to the excitement of whirling about the ballroom dance floor with a “super” boy.
Morris Daily Herald - June 20, 2013
The Heart of our Community
When it comes to serving the Shorewood community, Faith Ann Varga is there. With a motto of "24/7 care," Faith is busy non-stop.
Joliet Herald News - Feb. 13 2013
The fine art of relaxation
Thompson first became interested in tai chi 25 years ago. He adapted his program into a senior-friendly one and began offering classes.
Joliet Herald News - Feb. 28, 2013
In touch with technology
"This is one of the best things that’s happened to me in my lifetime," the 98-year-old Shorewood man says while enjoying the iPad his daughter bought for him.
Southtown Star - Sept. 13, 2012
Del Bergeson Orchestra swings big band action
The Del Bergeson Orchestra is continuing Jay Mau’s legacy of traditional Big Band melodies at the Timbers of Shorewood.
Joliet Herald News - Feb. 14, 2011
A message of hope and love on Valentine’s Day
Second-graders from Trinity Christian School visited residents Friday morning at The Timbers in Shorewood, a retirement community near Joliet.
Joliet Herald News - February 6, 2011
A volunteer who’s known to be ‘there’
Volunteering at the Timbers of Shorewood brings back fond memories of the years she worked with seniors.
Joliet Herald News - March 18, 2010
Easter bunny coming to Shorewood
I've been writing about the Timbers kid-friendly events since my column began, and the senior independent and assisted living retirement community never ceases to amaze me.
Joliet Herald News - June 21, 2009
Wedding a first at retirement community
Margaret Wisniewski and Ed Brown announced they would be married at the Timbers of Shorewood retirement community.
News Releases
Below are some press releases about the great things happening at the Timbers of Shorewood:August 3, 2021
Collaborating to create a new newspaper – The Timbers Times
Several residents of the Timbers of Shorewood launched a grassroots newspaper called The Timbers Times. They planned, managed, and wrote the first issue of the eight-page paper. Volume 1, Issue 1 came out in June 2021. The newspaper is “resident run and full of fun.”
October 18, 2017
Kevin Young Named Business Development Liaison
Plainfield resident Kevin Young has joined the Timbers of Shorewood as a Business Development Liaison. He is responsible for marketing, leasing and business development.
April 21, 2016
The Timbers of Shorewood named Business of the Year
Shorewood Area Chamber of Commerce named The Timbers of Shorewood the 2016 Large Business of the Year.
July 27, 2015
Linda McCluskey Named Director of Activities
Linda McCluskey joined the Timbers of Shorewood as the new director of activities. She will choose, plan and coordinate a variety of events and activities for the residents of the retirement community.
Sept. 16, 2014
A toe-in-the-water approach to assisted living
A short-term stay may be the answer for a safe and nurturing place to enjoy while adult children are away. Another reason might be a protected place for recovery from an illness, but the most common reason is to sample life at The Timbers.
July 29, 2014
Mother follows in daughter’s footsteps to volunteer
As a result of 85-year-old volunteer, Virginia Shemwell, the Timbers store now boasts more than 100 items. From toiletries to snacks, the on-site convenience store offers something for everyone.
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