It’s April and The Peninsula is recognizing Stress Management Month by promoting the advantages of taking time to unwind, relax, renew and rejuvenate. Our assisted living and memory support community is inviting residents, families and the general public to a presentation by VITAS HEALTHCARE on Stress Management which will be held on Tues., April 28…
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Oct
27
2020
When planning for a spouse or an elder parent, how do you know if an assisted living community or a memory care community is more appropriate for your loved one’s needs? Assisted living communities are designed for seniors who are able to live independently, but just need some assistance with their activities of daily living…
Oct
27
2020
It’s no secret that skipping meals and improper nutrition are common among seniors. Seniors also have a tendency towards isolation and eating alone as they become less mobile, both physically and with respect to transportation. The good news? The Peninsula boasts mealtimes to which residents look forward, not only because they receive freshly prepared, well-balanced…
Oct
27
2020
At The Peninsula, the assisted living and memory care community in Hollywood, the month of February was filled with new experiences, outings, entertainment, and signs of spring were certainly in the air. We had a new entertainer, “Lou Laino” as a headliner. He captivated the audience with his Frankie Valli repertoire of songs such as…
Oct
27
2020
March celebrates National Craft Month and recognizes the many people who craft while encouraging people of all ages to take up crafting. “At The Peninsula, crafting is greatly enjoyed by our residents. Our assisted living residents do crafting projects on most Saturdays while in our “Garden” area for memory support, crafts are done many days…
Oct
27
2020
February is American Heart Month and The Peninsula, an assisted living and memory support community, wants to bring attention to this important effort. February is a time to show yourself some love by learning about your risks for heart disease and stroke and staying heart healthy. Since cardiovascular disease (CVD) including heart disease, stroke, and…
Oct
27
2020
Valentine’s Day at The Peninsula was celebrated not only with a festive party but entertainment by young ladies from the Girl Scouts troop 10101. The youngsters shared their talents singing and reading poems to an attentive Peninsula audience at the assisted living and memory support community in Hollywood. The highlight was when resident Gloria Humes…
Oct
27
2020
One of the many benefits of living at The Peninsula is the wealth of activities planned each day. Planned by resident programming director Michelle Hertz, there is a balance between programs for spirituality, physical activity, mental stimulation, entertainment and pure fun. February is jammed packed with a wide variety of things to do. When families…
Oct
27
2020
The New Year started off great at The Peninsula! Our activity programs were geared toward feeling good about yourself and rejuvenating for 2015. It was a perfect theme for the FIRST month of the New Year. Residents enjoyed two educational presentations. Our social worker provided an excellent program, “Laugh and Learn” about how to make everyday…
Oct
27
2020
As an adult child, it’s difficult managing the care and living situation of parents as they age especially when living out of town. When our parents grow older, the responsibilities of care giving change. The burden of care shifts from the parent to the child. Sometimes it’s important to acknowledge that moving mom and/or dad…