Pacifica Senior Living Blog

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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Sarah B of Kenmore Senior Living Reflects on 105 Years

Sep 15, 2023 1:39:47 PM / by Carly Dodd, Pacifica Senior Living posted in Resident Spotlight

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Kenmore Senior Living is getting together to celebrate Sarah B, one of our amazing residents who turned 105 this week. Our residents, team members, friends and family love getting together to host birthday parties and spoil our wonderful residents. We also take the time to reflect on Sarah's incredible story over her more than 100 years, and share in some of her favorite stories and memories.

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Why Meridian at Laguna Hills is the Place to Be

Aug 28, 2023 1:08:55 PM / by Carly Dodd, Pacifica Senior Living posted in Community Spotlight

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Meridian at Laguna Hills is a beautiful senior living community in Laguna Hills, California. Our lovely community combines excellent amenities, services, and superb senior care for true full-service living in a wonderful California setting.

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Pacifica Senior Living's Burger Bash Competition

Aug 22, 2023 2:43:44 PM / by Carly Dodd, Pacifica Senior Living posted in Dining, Recipes & Nutrition

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This July, we asked our chefs and culinary teams from our communities to show us their best burgers. Some communities had taste testing with residents, carefully choosing the most popular dish to submit, others went with classic favorites, while still other chefs went for creative and exciting choices. From pizza burgers to tiki burgers, blue cheese and tangy barbeque sauce, our chefs did not disappoint.

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A Vibrant Community: Pacifica Senior Living Menifee

Aug 15, 2023 11:07:00 AM / by Carly Dodd, Pacifica Senior Living posted in Community Spotlight

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In a quiet neighborhood in sunny Southern California sits Pacifica Senior Living Menifee. This warm and welcoming community offers Independent Living, Assisted Living and Memory Care options, creating living spaces and care levels that grow and adapt with each residents’ needs.

Our lovely community is created with older adults in mind. We have a wide range of amenities and services, in a beautiful accessible home setting. From peaceful outdoor spaces, to an elegant swimming pool, on-site salon, and luxuries like an in house library, theater, and games room, there is always something to do here, no matter your preferences.

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The Remarkable Journey of Ernesto Palomino

Aug 8, 2023 2:47:56 PM / by Pacifica Senior Living posted in Resident Spotlight

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Ernesto Palomino was born on December 21, 1933, in Fresno, California, and has lived a life that has touched many. He served in the Marine Corps, holds an honorary doctorate from California State University Fresno, a master’s degree from San Francisco State University, and taught for many years at Fresno State. Now, at 89, he lives at Pacifica Senior Living Fresno, and reflects on his biggest claim to fame: his art.

Using sculpture, masks, drawings, mosaics, paintings, murals, and found objects, Palomino has left a meaningful artistic legacy.

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The Vibe Senior Living Magazine

Jul 24, 2023 12:51:41 PM / by Pacifica Senior Living posted in the Vibe Magazine

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At Pacifica Senior Living, we love creating an entire community experience. Our magazine, the Vibe, is an extension of our national community. From sharing stories of residents inner communities, to showcasing some of our wonderful events or amazing chefs, we love being able to highlight how great our residents and teams are across the country. 

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Bon Appetit Salmon Cakes

Jul 14, 2023 9:06:15 AM / by Carly Dodd, Pacifica Senior Living posted in Dining, Recipes & Nutrition

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Enjoy this light a flavorful salmon cakes dish from chef Nikka Solis of Serra Highlands Senior Living.  Topped with a tangy dill aioli sauce, it is the perfect meal for summer. 

Find the full recipe below and try it at home for yourself. Or come visit Serra Highlands or one of our communities in your local area to try other amazing dishes like this one.  Our aim is to create delicious, nutritious meals for our residents that really wow. From flavor-packed comfort foods and favorites to new and exciting dishes, we are always serving up something special.

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8 Exercises for Arthritis Pain

Jul 12, 2023 4:03:14 PM / by Pacifica Senior Living posted in Health and Wellness

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When you have an arthritic flare up, or you’re feeling stiff and in pain, exercising may be the last thing on your mind. But keeping your joints moving and staying active is one of the best ways to help arthritis pain and stay healthy. Stick to low-impact exercises and low-intensity activities that are joint friendly to help stave off arthritis symptoms like joint pain and stiffness.

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Dream Flight: A Resident of Tampa Gardens Senior Living Flies Again

Jul 7, 2023 10:24:10 AM / by Carly Dodd, Pacifica Senior Living posted in Resident Spotlight

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One of our residents from Tampa Gardens Senior Living recently got the chance of a lifetime - an opportunity to take to the skies again in a 1940s Blue Stearman airplane. How was this opportunity possible? With an amazing program known as Dream Flights.

Dream Flightsis a veteran-based nonprofit that was started in 2011 by founder Darryl Fisher. There are four 1940’s Boeing Stearman airplanes used by the Dream Flights team, across the United States. Flights are provided -free of charge - to military veterans and seniors living within Senior living communities.

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