As we prepare to celebrate our great nation’s independence this week, we wanted to highlight a ceremony that took place Senior Living Management’s Savannah Grand assisted living in Sarasota, FL. The Savannah Grand community took time out of a busy activity schedule to honor the men and women who served in World War II, Vietnam and…
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Oct
27
2020
As Father’s Day quickly approaches, it’s the perfect time to reflect on memories with our families and specifically our fathers. Father figures come in many forms. Biological fathers, stepfathers, grandfathers, uncles, family friends, and mentors throughout various arenas of your life – the paternal bond you share with these influencers holds a special place in…
Oct
27
2020
Louis “Larry” Moe served his country for 20 years in the Navy followed by an extensive career in Civil Service. He shared 54 anniversaries with the love of his life. Most recently, he celebrated his 95th birthday surrounded by his friends and family in his home at Hibiscus Court Assisted Living in Melbourne, FL. Larry did…
Oct
27
2020
At The Peninsula, the assisted living and memory support community in Hollywood, encouraging senior health and fitness is part of our community’s lifestyle. We want to bring attention to the 22nd annual National Senior Health and Fitness Day, Wednesday, May 27. It is the country’s largest annual health event geared to older adults and celebrates seniors…
Oct
27
2020
At The Peninsula, an assisted living and memory support community in Hollywood, one of the many benefits of our lifestyle is friendship. Many residents enjoy the camaraderie of friends and being with people throughout the day. Whenever someone visits The Peninsula, they will find residents enjoying the company of others. As a staff member who…
Oct
27
2020
When we are meeting with families and talking about mom or dad, we hear a common lament, “Mom doesn’t get out anymore.” It is typical for an adult child to say, Mom no longer drives and that she relies on a caregiver for transportation to doctors’ appointments and trips to the bank. We hear Mom…
Oct
27
2020
When selecting a senior living residence for a loved one, it’s important to find a community where the family member will be comfortable and which suits the family’s needs. Not every community is equal. It’s important to visit more than once and at different times of the day to meet the staff who will be…
Oct
27
2020
At The Peninsula, the assisted living and memory care community in Hollywood, resident programming coordinator Michelle Hertz recognized a need for a Veterans’ support group. She started a Saturday discussion group for the men and women who served in the military to be able to come together and share their stories. “Our Veterans had been…
Oct
27
2020
At The Peninsula, the assisted living and memory support community in Hollywood, our March activities and programs introduced residents to new, special events while celebrating holidays. Our instructor Scott Dell with BamBam Drum Fun returned this month for his popular drumming program. His energy seems to invigorate everyone. Regardless of their musical abilities, our residents…
Oct
27
2020
According to the Parkinson’s Disease Foundation, as many as one million Americans live with Parkinson’s disease (PD), which is more than the combined number of people diagnosed with multiple sclerosis, muscular dystrophy and Lou Gehrig’s disease. April is Parkinson’s Awareness Month, designed to educate the public about the chronic and progressive movement disorder which involves…