Destin KELLY PLANTATION GOLF CLUB Event

New Season, New Home

Kirkwood by the River has it all, from serene surroundings, engaging community activities, to encompassing amenities in a expanding campus. Join us at the Kelly Plantation Golf Club (Address: 307 Kelly Plantation Drive, Destin, Florida 32541) on Thursday, October 2nd at 11:30 am and learn what a vibrant and full retirement life looks like at Kirkwood.

Birmingham Living: Enjoy an exceptional quality of life with Kirkwood’s proximity to the renowned medical community, vibrant shopping districts, diverse entertainment options, and thriving food scene.

Explore Your Options: Listen and discover the range of living options available to suit you and your lifestyle. Learn about our newly built Cedar Ridge cottages now available providing Independent Living and full continuum of care we offer. Our ever-changing and expanding campus has options for everyone.

Stay Active: From fitness classes to full calendar of activities, there’s always something exciting happening at Kirkwood.

Thriving Community: Join a diverse and welcoming community where neighbors become friends and every day brings new opportunities for connection and camaraderie.

Meet Our Team: Get to know the faces behind Kirkwood and learn about our community’s rich heritage and vibrant lifestyle.

RSVPs Required: To ensure an intimate and personalized experience, please RSVP by calling 205-873-9045 or by visiting our website link here.

Spaces are limited, so secure your spot today!

Date

Oct 02 2025
Expired!

Time

11:30 am - 1:00 pm

More Info

RSVP Here

Location

Kelly Plantation Golf Clubhouse
307 Kelly Plantation Drive, Destin, Florida 32541
Website
https://www.kellyplantationgolf.com/
Category

Organizer

Sarah Sexton
Phone
205-873-9045
Email
ssexton@kirkwoodbytheriver.com
RSVP Here

Speaker

Tree

The Residents

Our residents come from different backgrounds and bring their unique qualities, talents, and life experiences to complete the Kirkwood community. Here are just a few reflections from some individuals who call Kirkwood their home.

My time at Kirkwood was spectacular; they taught me how to walk again. The staff was outstanding, and the care was beyond reproach. When I arrived, I had a long way to go. I was very sick. The first night, they had to lift me as I could not move by myself. When I left, they were chasing me down the hallway. They taught me how to perform the activities of daily living again. It was the best care I could have prayed for, and on top of that, the food was spectacular.

Eli Gold Past Resident

I fell in love with the cottage and the view from my back porch. I am excited to have a yard for Ginger, my poodle, to play in and my own garage, all within an established retirement community!

Charlotte Hamilton Current Resident

My husband and I looked at a number of places when deciding to move to a retirement community. For the most part, we found communities that said, ‘We’re going to take care of you.’ But Kirkwood was different. It wasn’t just about taking care of us. It was also about having fun, having friends, and living life to the fullest. The attitude at Kirkwood was positive and the atmosphere was comforting. We simply couldn’t resist. Without a doubt, the location was ideal. The Cahaba Room that overlooks the river, the mountains, the trails – there were just so many things about life. The community was lively. It was alive.

Alice Brooks Current Resident

We realized we were approaching an age where we might need more assistance than what just downsizing could provide. Knowing we have my sons nearby and the levels of care should we need it is comforting, and the beautiful hillside, river, and the woods makes it that much more appealing. We don’t know of any other community that has the woods, the various levels of care, and so many different amenities.

Phyllis and John Guschke Current Residents

We were moving my parents down from the Cleveland area to be near us. I looked at almost every retirement place in the Birmingham area. The second I turned into Kirkwood’s drive and drove up the hill, I knew that I’d found the perfect place for my parents to live in Alabama. In the six years that my parents have been at Kirkwood, I have always felt nothing but love and helpfulness from every staff member. Everyone is always helpful with a pleasant attitude. You can truly see and feel the family atmosphere. I’m happy that my parents can call Kirkwood their home.

Brenda Sheehan Kirkwood family member

When we learned that Cedar Ridge was being developed, that seemed to fit our needs very well. It is the ideal place for the next phase of our retirement.

Carol and Arthur Stephens Current Residents

One thing that we feel is very important here at Kirkwood by the River is the relationship that we have between the staff and the residents. They are dedicated to making our life here as safe and secure and pleasurable as possible. That goes a long way.

Fred Rogers Current Resident

The community's cottage living surrounded by a wooded, natural environment with access to future healthcare services is what attracted us to Kirkwood!

Rick and Jane Ricketts Current Residents