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A WHIRLWIND MONTH CELEBRATES THE HOLIDAYS AT THE PENINSULA

December was filled with holiday cheer at The Peninsula, the assisted living and memory support community in Hollywood. To kick off the month, photographer Edwin Barreto was on hand for a Holiday Picture Day.  Residents and families enjoyed getting dressed up for their portraits, which was a special gift to them. As the month progressed,…

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HAPPY NEW YEAR! MY NEW YEAR’S RESOLUTION FOR 2015 BY SUSAN HERNANDEZ, ASSOCIATE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR.

The New Year offers us a fresh slate — an opportunity to reflect on what we accomplished in 2014, and an assessment of what remains to be accomplished in order to lead happy, balanced and productive lives.  This holds true whether you are an independent senior, the spouse of a senior, or an adult child…

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EARLY DIAGNOSIS HELPS IN DEALING WITH DEMENTIA RELATED SYMPTOMS

At The Peninsula we offer both assisted living and memory support residences within our community and help many families who have a loved one with various stages of dementia. Having a loved one diagnosed to determine if they have a form of dementia is essential and better helps in living and caring for them. A diagnosis…

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HOLIDAYS OFFER FAMILIES OPPORTUNITIES TO DISCUSS PARENTS’ CARE

Having difficult discussions with parents often is something adult children avoid. ‘Why bring it up?’ is a common response.  At assisted living communities like The Peninsula in Hollywood we find the holidays are an excellent time to have these sensitive discussions. It’s a good time for elderly parents to talk with their adult children and vice versa.…

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THE PENINSULA GETS IN THE HOLIDAY SPIRIT

At the assisted living and memory support community, The Peninsula in Hollywood, our Holiday party was celebrated with residents, families and guests. Everyone receive a warm holiday welcome from The Peninsula team including Susan Hernandez, our associate executive director; activities director Michelle A. Hertz and director of maintenance Javier Herrera. Chef James Duberry’s hospitality department…

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HIGH-STAKES FUN AT SAVANNAH COURT & COVE

High-Stakes Fun at Savannah Court & Cove Lady Luck visits the residents of Savannah Court & Cove in West Palm Beach, Florida, for a fun-filled night of friendly wagers and all-in good times. Events and activities like Casino Night are a great opportunity for family, friends, and neighbors to visit our community and get to know a…

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A LIFELONG CAREER OF CARING

Recognizing achievements in senior living care is something we hold dear at Senior Living Management. It gives us great pleasure to announce that Susan Gudelis, Executive Director of [SLM Services at Savannah Courts & Cottage of Oviedo] has been chosen as Florida Argentum’s Executive Director of the Year 2016! The Florida Argentum’s executive committee reviews nominees for…

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THE CLASSROOM LIFE

While our senior residents might not be going back to school in the traditional sense, they are definitely enrolled in the classroom of life. In the classroom of life, giving back is even better than recess. Savannah Court of St. Cloud in St. Cloud, Florida   recently hosted their annual back-to-school event. This event is designed…

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SENIOR LIVING AND CREATIVITY

While everyone might not be the next Martha Stewart, arts, crafts, and creativity have long been considered therapeutic. For seniors, creative endeavors can provide a sense of pride and purpose, while stimulating the mind. In the early years, many people are busy juggling family and career responsibilities, with little time left over for creativity and…

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