This Thanksgiving, we are looking back at the year with gratitude and joy. Taking the time to reflect, and share the things and people we are most grateful for is a wonderful way to appreciate all that we have, and to give thanks for one another. Across our communities, coast to coast, residents of Pacifica Senior Living shared with us what they were most thankful for this season.
From family and friends, to good health, good food, and great community, residents have been sharing their sentiments about what makes their lives special.
We love celebrating this time of year, and encourage everyone to take a moment and focus on those special things that make life wonderful. Whether they are small joys or big wins, each is a reminder of the true importance of each day.
Here are some of the words of thanks from residents in our communities.
Pacifica Senior Living Sterling:
Some of the residents from Pacifica Senior Living Sterling shared their thoughts on thanksgiving and what it means to them:
Miss Younsoo is thankful for the relationship she and her daughter share. She is grateful for all the love and care she shows. From the little things to the everyday necessities, she is proud and very thankful for her daughter.
Edith is thankful she doesn’t have to worry about anything. She is thankful for her daughters and wants to thank them for always making sure she is happy and loved.
Sue is thankful for her body and being in good health. She didn’t have much but being able to live everyday is something she is thankful for.
Mary-Jean is thankful for the people and the relationships she has built at Pacifica. The residents and her neighbors have all been wonderful. She is grateful for all the love and care everyone shows her.
Patti is grateful for her best friend of 2 years Miss Doris. Doris knows her well, and always takes care of her. She is grateful for Doris and their friendship over the years.
Doris is thankful for her daughters and her faith. She tells us to take things a day at a time, everything will fall in place.
Gloria is thankful for everything including the food, the people, the community and so much more. She loves everyone and is so grateful for her family. She is thankful for her grandchildren and their little doggie.
Pacifica Senior Living Oceanside
Pacifica Senior Living Oceanside’s Memory Care residents got together and decorated their community bulletin board with turkeys made from hand prints. Each of the turkeys included a word or phrase of something that they were thankful for. Residents and team members have been loving the daily reminder to slow down and be thankful for everything we have. 
Pacifica Senior Living Paradise Valley
At Pacifica Senior Living Paradise Valley, family was top of mind when sharing what we were thankful for. Our residents decorated whiteboards to showcase what they were grateful for, and kids and grandkids were the resounding answer. 
Pacifica Senior Living Mission Villa
At Pacifica Mission Villa, our residents and team members were grateful for one another. 
Meridian at Westwood
Meridian at Westwood got creative with their Thanksgiving sentiments. Residents colored popsicle sticks featuring things they wanted to give thanks for. Once everyone's was complete, they made a fun starburst design to display in the community, so everyone could be reminded of all they are thankful for.
Pacifica Senior Living Bakersfield
Pacific Senior Living Bakersfield also participated in the Thanksgiving share, and wrote their thanks on white boards. They had a lot of wonderful sentiments about what they are thankful for.
Pacifica Senior Living Spring Valley
Pacifica Senior Living Spring Valley had a lot to be thankful for this year! Here are some of the residents sharing their words of thanks.
Pacifica Senior Living Fort Myers
The residents of Pacifica Senior Living Fort Myers also shared their sentiments of what they are most thankful for this Thanksgiving season.
Pacifica Senior Living Hillsborough
Pacifica Senior Living Hillsborough also joined in, sharing what they are thankful for this Thanksgiving season. We love hearing all the reasons they are grateful!
The Woodmark at Sun City
The Woodmark at Sun City residents were grateful for their wonderful community, as well as for family and friends.
Pacifica Senior Living Peoria
Pacifica Senior Living Peoria used a chalkboard to display all that they are grateful for, from good food to good friends.
We want to wish everyone a safe and happy Thanksgiving. We are grateful for the residents and team members in each one of our communities. Thank you all for being part of the extended Pacifica family!
