After more than a year of planning, preparing, and building, Ashby Ponds officially opens its doors Thursday, October 2 to a fanfare of festivities. Almost 600 community members, Erickson staff, and local politicians come together to celebrate this important milestone.

Ashy Ponds' new kitchens tempt the senses and satisfy taste buds

During my five years writing for The Erickson Tribune, I have enjoyed many wonderful opportunities to sample the variety of menu items provided at Erickson’s campuses. Whether dining in one of the on-campus restaurants or attending an informational luncheon, I am always pleased by the creative and full-flavored entrees created by Erickson’s imaginative chefs.

As Ashby Ponds opens its doors for the first time, its sister community  Greenspring, in Springfield, Va., prepares for a year of celebrations marking its tenth anniversary. Throughout the past ten years, community members have pursued their dreams, met new friends, and embarked on experiences they never imagined.

A recent poll conducted for America on the Move shows that Americans walk an average of 5,310 steps in a day. However numerous scientific and medical studies show it takes 10,000 steps a day—roughly 5 ½ miles—to achieve optimal physical fitness.