It was footy fever at Samford Grove, as residents celebrated the State of Origin with a special happy hour at the bar.

Blues and maroons were proudly out in full force as residents sported scarves and jerseys to support their beloved teams. Excited residents cheered for their teams and rivals egged each other on, all in the spirit of the game.

While at Brookland, it was all about pomp and pageantry as residents came together to celebrate the coronation of King Charles III and wife Camilla.

While most afternoons in the bar at Brookland are a chance to kick back, relax and catch up with friends, this Happy hour was a historical moment as residents rang in a new era.

Streamers and the iconic Union Jack flag decorated the café and bar area, while many enjoyed traditional songs and adorned crowns, tiaras and even top hats to enjoy the afternoon’s celebrations.

Samford Grove residents were transported to the streets of 19th-Century Paris following a visit to an interactive art exhibit at Brisbane’s Northshore.

The Monet in Paris event was an immersive art experience, following the life and art of Claude Monet and fellow Impressionist artists like Degas, Pissarro, Cezanne, Renoir and more.

The lucky residents were treated to sensory delights and artistic masterpieces like Monet’s waterlilies, projected on larger-than-life screens, in a 360-degree immersive experience.

Situated in a purpose-built Grand Palais, residents snapped a few photos to mark the occasion, before saying au revoir and heading back home.

The Samford Grove community continues to grow as we welcome our newest residents, Don and Robbie Creed, who have recently moved into their home in Stage 3A. 

 Drawn to the peace and tranquility of Samford, the friendly and active village lifestyle and being close to family, Don and Robbie relocated from Sydney to start an exciting new chapter in their lives. 

 “After I had a health issue in March 2022, Robbie and I realised we needed to live in a low-maintenance home that was part of a supportive community, that still emphasised an active and independent lifestyle,” said Don. 

 “We have two daughters (and their families) in Brisbane who are only 15 minutes away and our son who recently relocated from Sydney, who is now 10 minutes away. Being close to our family is so important. It is lovely to all be reconnected again.” 

 Robbie said she is already embracing village life, taking part in Pilates and visiting the community Homestead, and is now excited to join nearby Probus and University of the Third Age (U3A) clubs. 

 “Everyone at Samford Grove is so friendly and welcoming. It’s refreshing to see that residents are still living active, social and independent lives. The village atmosphere is fantastic, and we couldn’t feel more at home,” said Robbie. 

 “We moved into our new home at the end of January and it’s the perfect location. We love to sit out on our patio and look out to the paddock with the horses and listen to the birds and nature. It’s very peaceful. Our home is perfect as it offers minimal maintenance, but we still have the space and privacy.” 

With family living only 15 minutes away in Brisbane, Don and Robbie say Samford Grove is exactly what they were looking for.

“It’s exciting to look to the future and be part of the community here!”

 Ready to call Samford Grove home? Enquire now about apartments, villas and town homes for sale within this vibrant, connected community.  

 To learn more about Samford Grove or to book a private tour, contact us on (07) 3289 3372. 

It’s a magical time of year at Samford Grove with our community well and truly getting into the Christmas spirit, connecting with friends and neighbours for a variety of festive events. 

Although it’s the season to be jolly, Reside recognises that Christmas can be a challenging time, especially for older adults who may live alone or don’t have family close by. That’s why, at our communities, we like to encourage connection and wellbeing during the holiday season and ensure residents feels supported. It’s also a great time to enjoy some fun-filled Christmas events that celebrate our amazing residents.  

We’ve celebrated the silly season all throughout December with a number of parties, functions, workshops and experiences for residents, staff and guests. 

Our community has been shining bright all month as many of our residents are proudly decorating and lighting up their villas with festive light displays. It’s been wonderful for residents to walk through the village in the evening and enjoy the Christmas lights. 

Kicking off the Christmas celebrations was our special Samford Grove Resident Christmas Party which was a fun-filled evening event with Reside CEO Glen Brown and Chief Operating Officer Craig Syphers joining in on the festivities. 

Even our four-legged friends joined in on the Christmas celebrations with a Santa Paws photo opportunity. Residents and staff brought along their pooch for their picture with Santa, receiving a photo gift as a keepsake. 

 

One of our own masterchef residents even hosted a Christmas café decorating class which was a huge hit! Teaching other residents how to decorate the perfect Christmas cake, we can’t wait to taste the creations soon!  

Music to our residents’ ears, we also recently welcomed local school students to the community to sing Christmas carols, meet some residents and exchange gifts. 

Wishing all our residents a very Merry Christmas and a happy New Year! 

To find out how you too could call Samford Grove home and be part of our connected community, call us on 07 3289 3372 or fill in this contact form. 

Our residents and staff laced up their sneakers, sported their best red shirt and dug deep for an important cause – Day for Daniel. 

The annual event is Australia’s largest child safety education and awareness day in memory of Daniel Morcombe.  

An important cause very close to our hearts, this Day for Daniel our communities came together to shine a spotlight on the amazing work on the Daniel Morcombe Foundation. 

At Brookland Robertson and Samford Grove, more than 60 residents and staff enjoyed a group walk around the community, followed by refreshments over morning tea, fundraising activities and a discussion on the important link between grandparents and grandchildren. 

Kickstarting their day bright and early to join Bruce and Denise Morcombe and thousands of other fundraisers, Reside Communities CEO Glen Brown and Chief Operating Officer Craig Syphers participated in the Sunshine Coast march in honour of Day for Daniel.  

See if you can spot them in the video here! 

A few hours later, over at Brookland Robertson, Glen said it was great to see residents embracing their new partnership with the Daniel Morcombe Foundation and hitting the pavement to raise awareness.  

“Our new partnership with the Daniel Morcombe Foundation is an important first step in builder safer communities for children,” Glen said. 

“Starting with this years’ Day for Daniel fundraising activities, we’re looking forward to enjoying a long-term partnership and getting involved in future events.” 

At Samford Grove, Craig led residents and staff on a stroll around the beautiful community surrounds, followed by a well-deserved morning tea with fresh scones and raffle prizes. 

“It was great to watch the sea of red at Samford Grove in support of our new partnership with the Daniel Morcombe Foundation,” Craig said. 

“We believe the link between grandparents and young people is so strong and offers a unique opportunities for our communities to help raise awareness of personal safety, both online and offline, for children.” 

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