On February 17th, more than 80 people including Park Springs Members, staff, architects and builders celebrated the official groundbreaking for Pebblebrook at Park Springs, the luxury retirement community’s new healthcare center focused on skilled nursing and memory care.

Jim Schneeberger, Park Springs’ Executive Director, introduced the dignitaries in hard hats who wielded the ceremonial shovels on this bright and breezy day:

• Andy Isakson, Managing Partner – Isakson Living

• Kevin Isakson, Director of Sales – Isakson Living

• Dave Wahn, Chief Financial Officer - Isakson Living

• Brian Thomas, VP of Construction - Isakson Living

• Maricita Hughes, VP of Design - Isakson Living

• Pam Cook, Administrator - Cobblestone/Pebblebrook at Park Springs

• Donna Howson, Director of Nursing - Cobblestone/Pebblebrook at Park Springs

• Dr. Gene Harrison, President of the Park Springs Member Council

• Bryce Jennings, Project Architect - Foley Design Associates

• Jep Pound, Project Manager - Brasfield & Gorrie

• O’Neil Marriott, Maintenance Technician – Cobblestone at Park Springs

“This is a very important day for all of us at Park Springs,” Andy Isakson noted. “Pebblebrook at Park Springs will set new standards in the senior living industry, with its extensive use of natural light and outdoor spaces, and its welcoming design that respects the people who live here, the people who work here and all who visit.

“We have embraced the household model,” explained Isakson. “Each ‘neighorhood’ will have its own dining room with a country kitchen, a living room centered on a fireplace, and an activity area that will open into outdoor courtyards. Most importantly, consistent staffing in each neighborhood will create a family-like environment for both members and staff.”

Pam Cook, Administrator of Cobblestone/Pebblebrook at Park Springs, remarked on the thoughtful and innovative architecture and design of the new healthcare center. “However, what will be the most significant aspect of Pebblebrook at Park Springs is our wonderful staff. Ultimately, a beautiful building is just that – but it’s the people who will make Pebblebrook at Park Springs a grand success.”

Speaking of success, Brian Thomas, VP of Construction with Isakson Living, shared that Pebblebrook at Park Springs has already been recognized with a top industry honor earlier this year, the 2016 NAHB Best of 55+ Housing Gold Achievement Award for Pebblebrook at Park Springs, Best 55+ CCRC Community on the Books.