PARADE OF RETIREMENT HOMES ANNOUNCE 2009 WINNERS

Press Release (Red Energy PR)

The Palisades at Broadmoor Park captured the honor "Best of Show" in the state's first Parade of Retirement Homes.

Six Pikes Peak area retirement communities were showcased in the two-day event featuring free food, drinks, entertainment and tours. Each community drew between 300-500 prospective residents or their caregivers. Communities typically average five prospective resident tours a week.

"This was a phenomenal turnout," said Shannon Rogers, Executive Director of the non-profit Senior Resource Council. "We had visitors travel from out-of-state to see what Colorado Springs could offer active seniors looking for retirement options. We're excited to see the event grow in coming years," said Rogers.

The Colorado Springs event was also featured on MSNBC and in AARP's national publication.

Guests who visited all six communities voted on award eight categories. The winners are:


Best of Show--The Palisades at BroadmoorPark

Runner-up: The Inn at Garden Plaza
Best Place for Mom or Dad-- Village at Skyline

Runner-up: Cheyenne Place
Best Dining-- MacKenzie Place

Runner-up: Village at Skyline
Friendliest Staff-- The Inn at GardenPlaza

Runner-up: The Palisades at Broadmoor Park
Best Colorado Landscape-- Cheyenne Place

Runner-up: Village at Skyline
Best Value -- The Inn at GardenPlaza

Runner-Up: Viewpointe
Best Services & Amenities -- MacKenzie Place

Runner-up: The Palisades at Broadmoor Park
Best Activities Program -- The Palisades at BroadmoorPark

Runner-up: MacKenzie Place


The event was supported by Kaiser Permanente's Senior Advantage program, Imago Home Transitions, Peak Vista Community Health Centers, Bekins Northwest Moving & Storage, Senior Housing Solutions, Things Forgotten, Averill Insurance Resources, Beo Personal Care & Mobility and Senior Magazine.

Awards and sponsor recognition were presented following the event at the Garden of the Gods Club.

Another senior community tour is planned for Colorado Springs June 2010. This first-time event was produced by Red Energy Public Relations, a Colorado Springs-based company. Additional tours are being planned nationwide.