Norterre, a highly anticipated first-of-its-kind health and wellness community, is being built to inspire people of all generations to reach personal milestones together in a supportive environment. As excitement builds for the inaugural multi-generational neighborhood, Norterre recently commemorated the opening of its Welcome Center with a ribbon cutting and two open house events. The Welcome Center is located on the lower floor of the Liberty Clinic (2609 Glenn Hendren Drive, Suite G100 in Liberty). These celebrations are symbolic acts meant to highlight a new culture of living in which people of all ages share life and motivate one another to be healthier and happier. The Welcome Center is designed to provide more information on the Norterre development so that prospective residents, health-and-fitness-minded Northlanders, doctors, medical teams and even corporate executives can learn more about being a part of something truly greater than simply being a member of a gym, a patient at a rehab facility or a resident of an apartment.
“At Norterre, different generations will come together to experience life in an environment that encourages all aspects of healthy living. This neighborhood will truly be unique, and we hope to set the standard for how we live, heal and age in the Northland,” said Steve Shields, chairman and managing partner of Norterre. “We are opening this fall, and the Welcome Center will give people a chance to learn more about us. We have met many people who are interested in this innovative concept and we cannot wait to share our vision.”
The first phase of Norterre will debut with the 65,000-square-foot Aurora Health and Wellness Center, The Laurel (with 60 assisted living residences, 20 dedicated to assisted living memory support), and The Estoria (with 20 long-term care residences and 40 short-term stay suites for individuals of all ages going through rehabilitation), as well as retail, child care and healthy dining.
The Aurora Health & Wellness Center will feature unique programming and activities will include more than 50 classes per week to create the ultimate wellness destination in the Northland. Unlike anything in the area, world-class athletes will work out alongside patients going through rehabilitation, parents will attend yoga, spin or nutrition classes while their children enjoy supervised play in an on-site child care center, and everyone will support each other’s efforts in reaching personal goals. Any adult can join as a member, and companies are encouraged to sign up for corporate memberships to create internal health initiatives. The Aurora’s classes will include yoga and Pilates, cardiac and strength training, and spin. Norterre’s “Navigation Team,” made up of on-site personal trainers and health coaches, will create customized wellness plans for each member. There will be an elevated running and walking track, high-impact studio, stretching area, warm water exercise, therapy and lap pools, spa with salon services, massage and other treatments and a demonstration kitchen emphasizing healthy food preparation and nutrition. In honor of the grand opening of the Welcome Center, the $100 membership fee for Aurora will be waived for any Northland-area resident who is 18 or older and who signs up by August 31.
“The Aurora Health & Wellness Center is a place where people of all ages will come together to enhance their overall well-being, boost their fitness routine, supplement a nutritional diet, rejuvenate with programs such as yoga and Pilates, socialize and support each other’s wellness goals, undergo rehabilitative therapy that builds strength and courage, learn about wellness and reach personal milestones,” said Melissa O’Hara, chief operating officer of Norterre. “This isn’t just a gym, it isn’t just a place for rehab and it isn’t just another bistro – this is a comprehensive approach to healthy living and it is a part of a greater vision. This is a place where athletes can train, adults can get wellness tips and try new forms of exercise and seniors can maintain strength and mobility. Activities are tracked in an exclusive app, Action Zone, and monitored by appropriate staff and trainers to make sure goals are set and met in order to keep members motivated toward the path of personal wellness.”
Norterre will also showcase its 120 residences at the Welcome Center with exterior and interior renderings, as well as floor plans illustrating the choice of three Household model options for the three levels of residential care. This unique concept is designed to replace the institutional floor plans of the past with a beautiful residence, comfortable living and individual freedom. The unique physical environment honors privacy, fosters interpersonal relationships, and promotes a quality lifestyle. At each level of care, a Household is home to 20 private apartments adorned with original art and designer furnishings, making each Household as unique as the residents. The Laurel will be home to 60 assisted living residential suites and The Estoria will home to 60 short-term recovery and rehabilitation suites.
Norterre will help people become greater than, better than and stronger than they are now. Anyone who is interested in learning more is encouraged to visit the Welcome Center which is open regularly from 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Monday-Friday and by apptointment. To learn more about Norterre or the Welcome Center, visit Norterre.org or call 816-479-4793.