Our Community Board

What is it about the warm weather that gets people out and on the move? I'm sure that being stuck inside during the cold is part of it. So while you're prepping your property (new landscaping, updating the signs, new flags, cleaning ups the cub appeal, balcony/patio checks), think about what separates you from the properties near you. While new flowers are important, what else are renters looking for this leasing season? Could they be drawn to you all by a welcoming community

Feeling a little Irish? Wanna celebrate? Offer the party within the community, and everyone has a great time and can stay safe as well! We love the idea of hosting a "Spuds and Suds" in our communities with a baked potato bar that people can customize to their own preferences. You can then partner with local brewery like our Maple Knoll team or getting a bunch of microbrews for people to try. Nervous about offering alcoholic beverages at your property? Don't worry! You can in

Its National Plant a Flower Day! Here is a fun way to celebrate with your residents and build community! Supplies Needed: - small plant pots - large bag of potting soil - flower seeds (Zinnias are the easiest to maintain) - watering cans - residents - lots of TLC - garden trowels (find on Amazon) or plastic spoons for scooping the soil into the pots Optional: popsicle sticks to label each flower pot or owner of the plant Grab a crowd and invite them with plenty of time to spa

This month's spotlight is another team that's taken the care of their neighbors to a new level. When I first met with them over a year ago, they mentioned that they would like to be more than just "event planners"--Jenna's desire, especially, was to start caring for the people in her neighborhood. Not only have they been able to do this more this year in their neighborhood (from meals to sick residents to encouraging volunteerism in their neighborhood), but their vision of ca

For the first time in the ten year history of Community Life, we have partnered specifically with senior living communities. The Community Life mission has always been the same, to help residents connect to their neighbors and neighborhoods, no matter who those residents are, or where they happen to live. Just check out some of the features of these senior living communities! • Full access lounge and theater • Fitness gym, • Library, • Bistro, • Bank, • ATM, • Gift shop, • On