Feature Article #1
Pets of Autumn Ridge
Besides residents, Autumn Ridge has some other special critters that have moved in. Currently four pets reside here with their owners. This month two pets have been selected to be interviewed. One is very friendly and can be seen walking around the facility and the other prefers the quiet life of his apartment. The following [...]
Feature Article #2
Spring Fling At Autumn Ridge
Autumn Ridge, a non-for profit supportive living facility, is hosting its 1st Annual Spring Fling as a fund raiser to benefit the Resident Activity Fund on Saturday, May 9th, starting at 8:00 am. Parking lot spaces will be available for a $20 fee to individuals interested in selling their own crafts and yard-sale type items.
Feature Article #3
Marion Music Makers Entertain
Music abounded from the dining room on November 12th, as the Marion Music Makers entertained residents and guests.
Formed more than 30 years ago, the Marion Music Makers are a Senior Adult band that travels to nursing homes and senior centers across Southern Illinois. Instruments in the band include a tambourine, played by Autumn Ridge resident [...]
Feature Article #4
Residents Help Decorate Autumn Ridge
In case you haven’t noticed, Christmas decorations are tucked in to every nook and cranny around Autumn Ridge. There are many people to thank for this, including all the residents.
From residents putting hooks on glass ornaments to others hand making Christmas ornaments to hang on the resident Christmas tree, everyone has helped make the facility [...]
Feature Article #5
Trick or Treat a Scary Good Time
Ghosts, goblins, pirates, and princesses are just a few of the costumed little ones that “tricked or treated” at Autumn Ridge on October 30th. Grandchildren, great grandchildren, and other young relatives of residents were invited to trick or treat at their loved one’s apartment as well as their loved one’s friends apartment.
The turnout was great [...]
Feature Article #6
Every Vote Counts
On Tuesday, October 21st, residents of Autumn Ridge made their voice heard. Thanks to the generosity of the Johnson County Clerk, Robin Harper-Whitehead and her staff, Autumn Ridge residents, staff, and the general public were able to vote early in the presidential election.
The polls were open at Autumn Ridge from 4pm to 8 pm with [...]
Feature Article #7
Gettin’ Fit
Looking for a great way to socialize? Can’t stand for long periods of time but want to exercise? If so plan to attend the new exercise class at 9:00 am, Monday thru Friday, in the Dining Room. Currently the class is focusing on range of motion exercises using paper plates and weights [...]
Feature Article #8
Residents Enjoy Bible Study & Church Services
Do you enjoy that ole’ time religion? If you do make sure that you attend Sunday morning worship services and Tuesday morning Bible study.
At 10:30 am on Sunday morning, a minister or lay person from a local house of worship holds church in the dining room. Prayer concerns are expressed, hymns [...]
Feature Article #9
Large Turnout at Family Night
On Tuesday, August 26th, Autumn Ridge hosted its second, bi-monthly Family Night. Family members were invited to share supper with their loved one, listen to a short informational meeting, and enjoy fun activities.
Family members enjoyed crispy chicken sandwiches, macaroni and cheese, and warm brownie alamode. After supper Facility Manager, Stephanie [...]
Feature Article #10
Red Hatters
Red, pink, and purple, oh my! During the month of August, Autumn Ridge hosted two different Red Hat luncheons. On Thursday, August 7th, 18 members of the Pope County chapter of the Red Hat Society trekked to Autumn Ridge to enjoy a wonderful meal of homemade lasagna and take a tour of the [...]
Feature Article #11
Residents “Walk Across Illinois”
Everyone knows walking is a great way to exercise and members of the Autumn Ridge Walking Club are exercising and participating in a health initiative sponsored by the Lieutenant Governor’s office. The initiative is known as “Walk Across Illinois.” In 2001 the Lieutenant Governor walked 167 miles from the Mississippi River to [...]
Feature Article #12
Family Night Fun
On Tuesday, June 24th, Autumn Ridge hosted its first Family Night. Family members were invited to share supper with their Resident, listen to a short informational meeting, and enjoy a rousing game of BINGO.
Family members enjoyed bacon cheeseburgers, french fries, and pineapple upside cake. After supper Guest Services Manager, Bryan Throgmorton shared information [...]
Feature Article #13
Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
VIENNA, ILLINOIS: The Tri-County Board of Directors and Larry W. Mizell, Executive Director for Family Counseling Center, Inc., proudly announce a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for the Autumn Ridge Supportive Living Facility, 1000 Galeener Street, Vienna, Illinois.
The Autumn Ridge Supportive Living Facility, a 46 apartment facility for seniors operated by Family Counseling Center, Inc., was [...]
Feature Article #14
Luncheon Activities – August 2008
Riding through the wild wild west, dining under the sea, eating like royalty. Sounds like scenes from a movie.
Actually, these are just a few of the themed luncheons that the Residents of Autumn Ridge have been enjoying. Randomly once a week during the luncheon meal, residents enjoy an elaborately decorated table and party [...]
Feature Article #15
Autumn Ridge moves in first resident
VIENNA, ILLINOIS. Marie Cover, formerly of the Tunnel Hill community, has become the first individual to make Autumn Ridge Supportive Living Facility in Vienna, Illinois, her new home.
Ms. Cover moved into the facility on April 28, 2008. She expressed her excitement about her new living arrangements. “My new apartment at [...]
As a former Red Hat member, Ara Ferrill, took the opportunity to dress in red and decorate her walker with a bright purple boa. “I enjoyed participating with the Red Hats in the past. It was so nice of those ladies to ask me to join them. I just love wearing that red hat,” Ara commented. 
