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Tampa Gardens Helps Veterans Find Their Way Home

Nov 10, 2023 3:32:42 PM / by Carly Dodd, Pacifica Senior Living posted in Community Spotlight

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This Veterans Day at Tampa Gardens Senior Living is extra special. For Joe, Allen, and Paul, this year will be marked with an extra dose of happiness and security. For many Veterans, navigating post-service life can be daunting. After years in a regimented lifestyle, navigating the ins and outs of accommodations, benefits, social services or medical coverage can be tricky. That is where veteran’s workers, social workers, and care teams have been truly changing lives.

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Family Caregivers: The Challenges of Caring for a Loved One

Nov 6, 2023 3:52:03 PM / by Carly Dodd, Pacifica Senior Living posted in Respite Care

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Over 40 million Americans  act as volunteer caregivers for a family member. Being a caregiver is one of the most difficult and significant roles someone can take on. It can be exceptionally rewarding, but it is also a difficult task full of challenges and hard work.

Caregivers have a huge responsibility, and their role is constantly changing - they have to learn to adapt and be continually flexible to the needs of their loved one. From medication management to staying on top of doctor visits, medical papers, helping with transportation, the activities of daily living, home upkeep, and so much more, caregivers do a lot.

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6 Festive Crafts You Can Try This Spooky Season

Oct 25, 2023 4:29:50 PM / by Carly Dodd, Pacifica Senior Living posted in Activities

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At Pacifica Senior Living we love adding a splash of fun. Holidays and events are a great excuse to add a little extra pizzazz and excitement to our activities and craft times. Across our communities, our residents and team members have been making some amazing fall and Halloween creations.

Activities - especially creative ones - are not only fun, but they are hugely beneficial for older adults. A creative outlet can help boost moods, great endorphins, and be both calming and relaxing.

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Pacifica Senior Living Community wins Best of Florida Award

Oct 20, 2023 3:41:31 PM / by Carly Dodd, Pacifica Senior Living posted in Community Spotlight, Awards

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We are proud to announce that one of our communities, Sun City Senior Living, has been chosen as Best in Florida by readers and editors of The Guide to Florida. It is an honor to be chosen as a winner in the Senior & Assisted Living Communities category.

Sun City’s dedication to excellence continues to shine, and their exceptional care, welcoming environment, and compassionate team is what makes them truly stand out above the rest.

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Employee Spotlight: Bringing the Fun with George Stickles

Oct 16, 2023 11:38:30 AM / by Carly Dodd, Pacifica Senior Living posted in Employee Spotlight

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The events, activities and classes in our communities are what truly make our communities stand out from the rest. We offer a fun-filled calendar of activities ranging from crafts, to games, outings and events. We sat down with one of our amazing Activities Directors, George Stickles, to talk more about his journey into Senior Living, and why he loves his role at Pacifica Senior Living Mission Villa.

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Community Spotlight: Pacifica Senior Living Palm Springs

Oct 10, 2023 3:35:58 PM / by Carly Dodd, Pacifica Senior Living posted in Community Spotlight

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Pacifica Senior Living Palm Springs is a vibrant community in Palm Springs, California, offering Assisted Living and Memory Care options. Our community combines excellent amenities, services, and senior care so residents can enjoy the perfect balance of independence and support, with personalized care plans that grow and change with their needs. 

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Fall in Love with the Golden Bachelor

Oct 3, 2023 2:28:31 PM / by Carly Dodd, Pacifica Senior Living

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It’s never too late to fall in love. And recently, this sentiment has been catching on. Hit TV series: The Bachelor aired its first senior season, dubbed The Golden Bachelor” last week. The show follows a similar structure to past seasons of the hit show, which feature one Bachelor (or Bachelorette) and a number of opposite-sex potential suitors vying for their attention.

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Pacifica Senior Living Hemet: A standout community in the I.E.

Sep 27, 2023 3:05:37 PM / by Carly Dodd, Pacifica Senior Living posted in Community Spotlight

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Nestled among towering palm and oak trees, under the sunny Southern California sky, you will find the welcoming community of Pacifica Senior Living Hemet. With its intimate, neighborly atmosphere, classic craftsman charm, and outstanding team of staff and caregivers, you can tell this is a special place from the moment you arrive. Offering Assisted Living, Memory Care, and Respite Care for seniors in Hemet, Pacifica Senior Living Hemet has been serving the community for many years.

We are proud to announce that this year, Pacifica Senior Living Hemet was shortlisted for the Best of Inland Empire Award in the Senior Living category. One of three winners, our Hemet community was singled out as one of the best in the region.

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Bon Appetit Apricot Jam

Sep 25, 2023 10:01:23 AM / by Carly Dodd, Pacifica Senior Living posted in Dining, Recipes & Nutrition

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Chef Jasmine at Pacifica Senior Living South Coast has been working with Pacifica since July 2022. Her team, coworkers, and residents love tasting her delicious meals and dishes. She has been making homemade apricot jam for our team at South Coast to give as thank you gifts for visitors who come to tour our community. This personalized gift is just one of the ways she uses her culinary skills to show how much she cares for the residents in her community.

We sat down with her to discuss her journey and what makes working at Pacifica Senior Living so special to her:



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5 Reasons to Join an Active 55+ Community

Sep 21, 2023 3:33:52 PM / by Carly Dodd, Pacifica Senior Living posted in Care Levels

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What is an Active Adult or 55+ community? More and more, active adults are leaning towards a new way of living. Instead of staying in isolated single-family homes, active adults are making the move to 55+ communities, and neighborhoods specifically designed for their needs and preferences.

Active Adult communities allow for the perfect balance between assistance and independence. Residents can remain autonomous while still enjoying the perks of community living. Added security, various amenities, maintenance services, and social activities allow residents to engage as much or as little as they want within their new community. Here are the top 5 reasons to move to an Active Adult community.

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