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Once a Nurse, Always a Nurse: Part III

May is National Nurses Month, a special time to celebrate the warm and compassionate care of nurses not only nationwide, but within Touchmark communities. Please enjoy this story in her own words from Renda Hansen, a Licensed Practical Nurse who began working at Touchmark on West Century in 2018. A servant’s heart from an early…

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Once a Nurse, Always a Nurse: Part II

Former nurses making a difference in the lives of Touchmark residents A Legacy of Service May is National Nurses Month, a special time to celebrate the warm and compassionate care of nurses not only nationwide, but within Touchmark communities. Please enjoy this story about the inspiring group of retired nurses and health care professionals who…

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Where Memories Gather: A Story of Family Life

The new year is upon us! As we prepare for 2022, use this poem written by Touchmark at Coffee Creek resident Dana Tramba as a way to inspire reflection on and gratitude for memories you've made throughout 2021. Told from the perspective of a kitchen table that spent over forty years in the home of…

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Judy Harrington TAAS Women’s History Month

Influences and Early Life JUDY HARRINGTON: TAAS In honor of Women’s History Month last year, Touchmark launched a three-year initiative to identify and recognize exceptional female residents who defied the odds to pursue opportunities that were historically off-limits for women. Please enjoy the story of Judy Harrington, our second feature of 2021. Who influenced you?…

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Freedom, Friendship, & Lakefront Living: One Resident’s Journey to Touchmark at Emerald Lake in McKinney

How Brenda Haley’s “Yes” led to ease, beauty, and connection For many older adults, the idea of leaving a long-time home feels daunting—until the moment something clicks. For Touchmark at Emerald Lake resident Brenda Haley, that moment came quickly. “I made up my mind in one week,” she says. “I surprised my three daughters by…

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Finding Love When You Least Expect It: A Touchmark Resident Feature Story

A Vibrant Community Lifestyle When people move to a Touchmark community, they can expect to find a social, vibrant lifestyle characterized by engaging events and activities, interest and volunteer groups, health and wellness opportunities, flexible fine dining, transportation, compassionate care, and camaraderie. Sometimes though, love is also waiting in the wings for kindred spirits who…

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Energetic ‘retiree’ motivates other seniors to adopt a full and active lifestyle

While most people tend to slow down in their retired years, John Pulkrabek has been keeping himself busier than ever. At 72 years young, Pulkrabek works as a part-time Fitness Leader for the residents at Touchmark at Wedgewood, all while balancing his own roster of extracurricular activities and hobbies. From Paramedic to Fitness Leader “I…

Discover the Touchmark Difference

When you visit Touchmark in the West Hills, you’ll start to get a sense of what life could look like here—whether it’s the welcoming spaces, meaningful connections, or the everyday moments that bring joy. We invite you to schedule a personal tour and discover what feels right for you.