Broncos or Seahawks? Get in the Superbowl Gift Card Drawing!

It may be cold outside, but discussion of the upcoming Superbowl is heating things up around the Salem Green office. There is a bit of division over what team is going to be victorious this next Sunday. The Denver Broncos have the most supporters among the staff - seven, in fact; while five of our staff will be cheering for the Seattle Seahawks. Who are you cheering for? Tell us in the comments section on our Facebook post and we'll put your name into a drawing for a $25.00 gift card for Old World Pizza in Inver Grove Heights! From all the people who let us know where their loyalties lie, we'll pick one lucky winner this Friday, January 31; just in time for you to make some plans for your Superbowl Party!

Staff Poll

Denver Broncos

Julie
Matt
Val
Ronda
Jackie
Zak
Shaun

Seattle Seahawks

Janelle
Steve
Tony
Lucky
Joel

Tips for Staying Warm

With wind chills currently at 28 degrees below zero, it’s dangerously cold outside. If you have to head outside keep warm by dressing appropriately and avoid being outside for more than a few minutes. It's a good idea to keep a blanket and extra clothes in your car as well.

Here are a few simple tips to keep you just a little warmer!

Eat Well! 

Eating regular meals particular those that have good carbohydrates can help you stay warmer throughout your day. Hearty soups are a great, quick option sure to warm you up!

Get Moving! 

Staying active is a must when it’s this cold! Going to the gym may be the last thing you want to do but there are some great ways to exercise from home. Throw in a workout video or download a fitness app on your phone and get that blood pumping!

Cut the Caffeine! 

I hate to say it but the caffeine in coffee and black tea increases blood flow to the skin which actually causes your body lose heat! Try sticking to decaf coffee or herbal teas to keep your body warm!

Keep it Airtight!

Be sure to follow the Winter Notice instructions that we recently delivered to each apartment. Doing so will help keep your apartment warm. If you've misplaced the notice we sent out, here it is again:

Due to the extremely cold weather, we want to remind you not to open windows or patio doors at this time of year. The cold air sinks to the level of the heat pipes causing them to freeze and ultimately burst. You may be held responsible for any damages to your or your neighbor’s apartment should this occur. If the temperature in your home is uncomfortable, contact the office immediately and we will issue a maintenance order to repair and adjust your heating system. Please follow these heat tips as the rest of the winter season progresses. We appreciate your cooperation.

Introducing Kendra, Our Newest Leasing Consultant

Kendra

We are excited to announce a new member of our Salem Green Leasing Staff! Meet Kendra, who recently moved to Salem Green. Kendra and her family moved here simply as residents seeking a new home; however she fell in love with the property and the people and she realized that living at Salem Green was not enough - she wanted to work here as well! We think Kendra will make a great addition to our team; and we encourage you to stop by the office and meet her.

Kendra, Joey and Sofia

When Kendra isn't working in the Salem Green office, she is spending time with her sweet baby, Sofia, and her husband, Joey. Sofia is eight months old and her favorite thing to do is sing with her mama. Kendra and Joey also own and operate a business called MIFFEDMOM Records and Acoustic Panels. They offer music production services, music lessons, and acoustic sound absorption paneling.

Welcome to Salem Green, Kendra, Joey and Sofia. And welcome to the staff, Kendra!

Thanks! Salem Green Residents' Generosity Made Our Holiday Food Drive Successful

We'd like to give a big thanks to all of our residents who participated in our food drive over the holidays. We recently received a letter from Neighbors, inc., expressing gratitude for our assistance in stocking up a local food shelf.

Here's the text of the letter from Neighbors, inc.:

Dear Donors from Salem Green Apartments,

Our sincere thank you for the generous donation you made to us during December, 2013.
Your donation of 80 pounds of food items is greatly appreciated.
Many of your neighbors will benefit from these gifts from your heart.

Sincerely,
Neighbors Inc Staff and Volunteers.

Simply Amazing - Read About a Hero That Lives at Salem Green

There are heroes among us. One even lives at Salem Green Apartments!

Ira will be turning 27 on Thursday, January 23. Unlike most guys his age, Ira will be spending his birthday in the hospital. Ira will be donating one of his kidneys to his aunt.

When we asked Ira what made him decide to do this, he responded that after losing one his other aunts to kidney disease, he wanted to do something to help.

Ira is not the first person in his family to donate an organ. His mother and aunt have both donated kidneys to other family members.

All the Salem staff would like to wish him good luck and good health!

For his 27th birthday, Ira will be giving instead of receiving - he'll be donating a kidney to his aunt!

Too Cold To Move To Salem Green? Your New Neighbors Didn't Think So!

January tends to be a slow month for new residents moving in. There's something about the arctic cold air that keeps people from moving during the winter. This January we had two new residents join our community. They braved the winter chill, and for that we tip our stocking caps to them!

Please join us in welcoming Brad and Denise to Salem Green! If you see either one of them around, please be sure to say hello!

Welcome to Salem Green, Brad!

Welcome to Salem Green, Denise!