July has been a fun and lively month for residents in Assisted Living (AL) at Presbyterian Village North (PVN). From special celebrations to creative activities and time spent together, there’s been no shortage of meaningful moments. Here’s a quick look at some of the highlights.

Presbyterian Village North (PVN) was bursting with red, white and blue as residents, teammates and their four-legged friends gathered for PVN’s 19th Annual Pet-riotic Parade. What started nearly two decades ago as a sweet idea from residents Joe and Rosie Nall has grown into a beloved campus tradition. Although Rosie passed some years back and Joe earlier this year, their legacy of joy and togetherness marched on in full force.

One especially touching part of the morning was the pass-through of the Assisted Living and Memory Support neighborhoods. As the dogs trotted by, residents lit up with joy. A few reached out for pets, others clapped or called out to their favorite furry friends. Later, the residents enjoyed ice cream, pledged allegiance to the flag and sang patriotic songs together. The afternoon went out with a bang as residents were treated to a hot dog and hamburger cookout.

Nineteen years in, the Pet-riotic Parade continues to bring heart, laughter and connection to the PVN community. It’s a reminder that sometimes the simplest traditions—like a walk, a song and a happy dog — can create the most lasting memories.