Lenbrook

The Cinco de Mayo celebration continued at Lenbrook with a special guacamole demonstration led by Chef Juan. Residents gathered for an engaging afternoon centered on fresh ingredients, wellness-focused dining, and the joy of sharing meaningful moments together around the table.

Lenbrook recently hosted its Activities Fair, offering residents a wonderful opportunity to explore the many clubs, programs, and experiences available throughout the community. The event highlighted the vibrant lifestyle that defines daily life at Lenbrook—where there’s always something new to discover and enjoy.

At Lenbrook, we’re continually inspired by the remarkable lives and ongoing impact of our residents.

We’re proud to see resident Harriet Hoskyns-Abrahall featured by Simply Buckhead for her meaningful work helping address housing challenges through the YMCA of the Seven Council Fires initiative. From living and working across 15 countries to her ongoing service supporting the Lakota Nation, Harriet continues to exemplify what it means to live with purpose at every stage.

Her story is a powerful reminder that giving back is also a lifelong pursuit.

SOLVING A HOUSING CRISIS

Tiny houses serve as models.

Harriet Hoskyns-Abrahall, who resides at the Lenbrook retirement community in Buckhead, has lived in 15 countries. Born in England, she grew up in India, earned a law degree and lectured at the University of Edinburgh, worked with the British consulate in Bombay (now called Mumbai) and spent many years on the management team at the YMCA. Today, she’s involved with the YMCA of the Seven Council Fires initiative that’s building tiny homes on the Cheyenne River Reservation in Dupree, South Dakota, for the Sioux Nation, a part of the Lakota Nation.

“After a group of 17 of us over 60 retired from the Y, we didn’t want to stop contributing and asked what we could do to help,” Hoskyns-Abrahall says. “Out of 47 projects vetted by the Y, we selected the tiny homes initiative on the reservation known for Chief Sitting Bull and the Wounded Knee Massacre.”

The project began in 2021 to help solve the housing crisis on Native American reservations. It was funded by 600 donors who raised $1 million to build four identical tiny homes designed with input from tribe members. A fifth home is in the works. Because of the harsh weather conditions in summers and winters, volunteers come in waves for three weeks in the spring and fall. Hoskyns-Abrahall has traveled to Dupree four times but due to an injury, she wasn’t able to attend the ribbon-cutting ceremony in September. To further contribute, she wrote a series of eight pamphlets about the Lakota Nation.

YMCA OF THE SEVEN COUNCIL FIRES
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📝Mickey Goodman

This month’s Chef’s Table transformed Tim’s Terrace into an open-air culinary experience, where residents enjoyed a five-course Farm-to-Table menu by Chef Antonio.

The menu featured roasted organic baby carrots with beet purée and mascarpone, followed by Georgia-grown mixed greens with strawberries, goat cheese, candied pecans, and raspberry coulis. Residents also enjoyed avocado crostini with radishes, a Clement’s Farm fried egg, and baby arugula, as well as Joy’s Farm beef filet served with sweet potato mash, sautéed Swiss chard, and a port wine reduction. A light chocolate strawberry shortcake completed the evening on a sweet note.

Moments like these reflect the thoughtful approach to dining that defines life at Lenbrook.

Lenbrook’s Croquet Lawn came alive during our “Swing into Spring” Croquet Social Mixer as residents gathered for friendly matches, vibrant attire, and an afternoon rooted in connection—ending with a shared meal together.