On January 17th, Pacifica Senior Living communities recognized Martin Luther King Jr. Day, in honor of the late American baptist minister and civil rights activist who changed the course of history with his activism during the 1950’s and 1960’s.
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Health Around the Holidays
Do you love the holidays but hate the inevitable pounds that seem to accompany this time of year? Well, here is some good news; according to a study put out in the New England Journal of Medicine, average holiday weight gain is only around 1 pound. Of course there are variations for everyone based on different factors, but the fact remains; holiday weight gain isn’t as bad as we thought.
As we prepare to celebrate Judaism’s eight-day Festival of Lights, Pacifica Senior Living would like to wish a Happy Hanukkah season to all. Hanukkah occurs annually during a different eight-day period, falling between the end of November and the end of December.
Thanksgiving is a time for families to spend together, taking the time to appreciate their loved ones and their many blessings over a delicious feast. At Pacifica Senior Living, our residents are invited to participate in a variety of Thanksgiving-themed events on campus near the holiday, with classic, seasonal menu options available to enjoy as meals.
Congratulations! We are proud to announce 26 Pacifica Senior Living communities won the Caring Stars of 2022! Caring awards this prestigious title to senior living communities throughout the United States that provide exceptional care, according to reviews and ratings on their website from throughout the year.
Get ready to reduce, reuse, and recycle! On November 15th, the nation recognized National Recycling Day to bring attention to the benefits of recycling and the ways we can each reduce our individual waste.
At Pacifica Senior Living communities, we are committed to reducing our waste by encouraging recycling and minimizing one-use plastics on campus (like using elegant dinnerware instead of paper plates and plastic forks!). Alongside our commitment to recycling, our energy-efficient appliances help our communities reduce their impact on the environment.
Each November, Pacifica Senior Living brings recognition and celebration to not only the many veterans who call our communities home, but those who visit and work for our residences. Recognized each year on November 11th, we use Veterans Day as an opportunity to listen to our resident former service members’ stories and elevate their bravery.
On November 7th, Pacifica Senior Living communities nationwide will be recognizing National Cancer Awareness Day to bring attention to the many brave individuals fighting cancer and promote increased awareness about one of the world’s most prevalent diseases.
November is here, and that means it’s time to celebrate one of India’s greatest annual holidays -- Diwali, the Festival of Lights!
Perhaps the most well-known Indian holiday in the United States, Diwali is not to be confused with Holi, the Festival of Colors. What is Diwali? Also known as Divali or Deepawali, Diwali is a 5-day national celebration wherein participants decorate their homes and businesses in lights -- similar to the way many of us hang lights as a Christmas tradition!
In the United States, November is American Diabetes Month. Across the nation, senior living communities are bringing special attention to those living with diabetes and highlighting their stories in efforts to help raise awareness for the disease.