Who doesn’t enjoy shopping? At The Peninsula, an assisted living and memory support community in Hollywood, residents have the convenience of shopping boutiques that come to the community. Several times a week the mobile boutiques unload their merchandise and set up table displays in the community’s lobby. “We have a good variety of vendors who regularly visit,” said…
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Oct
27
2020
Caring for the aging is second-nature to Susan Hernandez, Assistant Executive Director for The Peninsula. Her devotion to the aging caps a quarter-century career of administrative positions in elderly care since arriving in Florida from her hometown of Clifton, N. J. Graduating from Montclair State University with a B.S. degree in Food and Nutrition, Susan began her career in health…
Oct
27
2020
Residents of The Peninsula, anassisted living and memory support community in Hollywood, had the opportunity to register to vote this past month. On Tuesday, September 16, the community hosted a representative from Supervisor Board of Elections to assist any residents wishing to vote in the upcoming election in November. “Our residents can register to vote as well as…
Oct
27
2020
Holidays are celebrated throughout the year atThe Peninsula, an assisted living and memory support community in Hollywood. In the fall season, there are special celebrations for the community’s Jewish residents who celebrate the Jewish New Year. “It’s especially meaningful since it’s difficult for them to go to traditional services and many don’t have families nearby,” said Michelle Hertz, resident…
Oct
27
2020
Grandparents Day this month offered a wonderful opportunity to reminisce for residents at The Peninsula. They gathered together with friends and relatives sharing the national holiday as well as reflecting on the value and importance of grandparents. There was 50’s music and residents especially enjoyed the Ella Fitzgerald tunes. For many, it became an opportunity…
Oct
27
2020
Forget-me-not flowers herald a special day on our calendar. Each year, the first Sunday after Labor Day marks the annual celebration of “Grandparents Day” that just fell on Sunday, September 7. Interestingly, this special day has more than one origin. Some consider it first proposed in the 1970s when a nephew visited his aunt in…
Oct
27
2020
Residents at The Peninsula, an assisted living and memory support community, enjoyed the last month of summer with many special activities in addition to the community’s full social calendar. For their convenience, each month a variety of vendors visit the community bringing an assortment of accessories, clothing and spa products. This month, Couture Mobile Spa…
Oct
27
2020
The Peninsula was proud to host an AARP Smart Driver Course on June 10, 2014. The course is the nation’s largest classroom (and online) safety program designed for drivers ages 50 and older. June’s event was open to both Peninsula residents and the public to empower them to remain safe while driving. Consider how long…
Oct
27
2020
Each month, residents at The Peninsula, an assisted living and memory support community, have weekly excursions for entertainment and light shopping. The community provides transportation in a mini bus and residents head out to local shopping and area restaurants. While three meals a day and snacks are provided at The Peninsula, residents enjoy the opportunity…
Oct
27
2020
Residents at The Peninsula, an assisted living and memory support community, have a wonderful month of activities planned for July. Under the direction of Michelle Hertz, the resident programming coordinator, there a good balance of activities that encourage resident involvement. “We want to offer a mix of educational opportunities and events that are creative and…