Article Contributed on: 11/6/2009 4:08:04 PM
The Best of the Showcase of Retirement Communities award winners were recently announced following the unique parade of homes-style event featuring senior living options at the region's top retirement communities.
Classic Residence by Hyatt in Highlands Ranch was named Best of Show, with St. Andrew's Village in Aurora taking runner-up honors.
During the two-day event, Classic Residence by Hyatt staff highlighted the community's unique features, such as the beautiful setting and amenities offered. "Our beauty sets us apart. We have a large campus with great views," said Executive Director Deann Daniel.
St. Andrew's Village also took the Best Place for Mom or Dad award, while Classic Residence by Hyatt was runner-up in the category. Garden Plaza of Aurora was named Best Value, with Wind Crest in Highlands Ranch voted runner-up.
In the Best Dining category, Classic Residence by Hyatt was the top vote-getter and St. Andrew's Village won runner-up. St. Andrew's Village was also runner-up in the Friendliest Staff category, where Garden Plaza of Aurora won the vote.
Activities and amenities categories were dominated by Classic Residence by Hyatt and Wind Crest. Classic Residence by Hyatt won the Best Services and Amenities award and placed second for the Best Activities award. Wind Crest took top honors for the Best Activities Program award, a category in which Classic Residence by Hyatt was also named runner-up.
The Cottages at Dayton Place received recognition as a guest favorite for their unique concept in Independent Living.
The South Denver 2009 Showcase of Retirement Communities featured five retirement communities in this two-day event that included free food, music, drinks, entertainment and tours. Each community hosted prospective residents or their caregivers throughout the weekend. Guests who visited all five communities voted on the Best of Showcase awards. The event was sponsored by Aetna, All the Comfort of Home, Senior Care of Colorado and SeniorsResourceGuide.com.
More senior community tours are planned for North Denver in March, Boulder in April, Colorado Springs in June, and South Denver again in September 2010. This unique event was produced by Red Energy Public Relations, a Colorado Springs-based company. Additional tours are being coordinated nationwide.
The 2009 South Denver Best of the Showcase of Retirement Communities Awards
Best of Show-Classic Residence by Hyatt
Runner-up: St. Andrew's Village
Best Place for Mom or Dad- St. Andrew's Village
Runner-up: Classic Residence by Hyatt
Best Dining- Classic Residence by Hyatt
Runner-up: St. Andrew's Village
Friendliest Staff- Garden Plaza of Aurora
Runner-up: St. Andrew's Village
Best Value - Garden Plaza of Aurora
Runner-Up: Wind Crest
Best Services & Amenities - Classic Residence by Hyatt
Runner-up: Wind Crest
Best Activities Program - Wind Crest
Runner-up: Classic Residence by Hyatt
Special Recognition for Unique Independent Living Concept: The Cottages at Dayton Place