England, and his professional culinary team. Exceptional dining is a cornerstone of the philosophy here and differentiates this community from others. The focus is on the joy found in eating beautifully prepared and nutritious meals. Local and fresh food from Michigan is at the heart of what Chef and his staff prepare every day, which helps provide flavorful menu items for the residents. Those fresh products are often higher quality at cheaper prices than a restaurant can get from distributors. A desire to further enhance Beacon Hill's location within the Eastgate neighborhood prompted the addition of a Center for Arts and Worship as part of the expan- sion plans. It features a 250-seat auditorium designed for entertainment and faith-based programs and is meant to foster community interaction where local theater groups will be invited to perform and others will be welcome to use the auditorium for various events. The project also includes renovation of the resident Club Room and the Administrative Offices. Site improvements include addition of a second Community Garden, relocation of the outdoor Sports Area, development of a formal Ornamentals Garden, and inclusion of patios and porches surrounding the new Café/Auditorium building with outdoor fireplace and fountains. Environments for Aging * special supplement 75