friendship village skilled nursing
The senior living community recently honored Germaine Gatewood, one of the last surviving Gold Star Spouses from World War II. The designation refers to the surviving loved ones of military members who lost their lives in the line of duty. This year, Gold Star Spouses Day was observed on April 5. “Being able to care for exceptional people like Mrs. Gatewood is the best part of our job,” Friendship Village Skilled Nursing administrator Bobbie Liverar says. “It’s so important that we continue to support those who lost loved ones in defense of our country and recognize their own amazing contributions. Geri is a magnetic person—we are lucky to have her to learn from.” In July, Gatewood will celebrate her 102nd birthday.
crossroads senior living
The Bevo Mills neighborhood will soon be home to a new mixed-income senior housing community. Crossroads Senior Living is a collaboration between Lutheran Senior Services (LSS), Tower Grove Community Development Corporation and several partner organizations. The $21-million project, which is expected to be completed in late summer 2025, will create 64 affordable market-rate apartments for older adults. A groundbreaking was held on April 8. “It’s the people who make this project impactful,” LSS president and CEO Adam Marles says. “Our mission at LSS is older adults living life to the fullest. It’s my promise that when we gather again for the grand opening right here and in the years that follow, LSS will be invested in each life at Crossroads to bring opportunities to age well with purpose and fulfillment.”
