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Civitas Senior Living Celebrates Excellence with 2024 President’s Award Winners

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Civitas Senior Living is proudly announcing the recipients of its 2024 President’s Award, recognizing communities that consistently deliver outstanding care, service, and leadership. This award reflects Civitas’ commitment to improving residents’ lives through dedication, innovation, and thoughtful programming. The communities recognized this year include: Arabella of Athens Élan Manatee Legacy Oaks of Azle Legacy Oaks […]

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The Benefits of Private Care for the Elderly in Senior Communities

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We often see this pattern: as a senior loved one becomes less self-sufficient, their family members scramble to find home-based caregiving support. It might start with a part-time aide and progress to full-time help, but the path detours when problems arise. This process can be challenging; the schedule might be inconsistent even after a caregiver

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Monthly Breakfast in Bradenton Showcases the Power of Networking

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A monthly meeting, Breakfast Burritos in the Bistro, often gets people into Élan Manatee’s doors. But it’s the conversation, beyond coffee and food, that yields dividends for the future of local healthcare. Professionals who are passionate about caring for Bradenton’s older adult population network frequently at the senior living community – and it’s not just

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Celebrate the Rhythm: Music for Seniors

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Music brings people together, lifts spirits, and creates connections that last a lifetime. Do you remember your first school dance, favorite concert, or attempt to learn an instrument? These moments are a time stamp that deeply ties us to people and experiences that shape our lives. Music has the power to unlock those feelings and

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Seniors Know How to Have Fun in Sarasota 

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Assisted living communities like Élan Manatee in Bradenton, Florida, are built on carefully chosen land close to activities that seniors and their loved ones enjoy. It’s an essential draw; a desirable location makes a community much more appealing to residents. Our Bradenton location puts us in Manatee County, about an hour south of Tampa. Closer

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Chilly Weather, Busy Roads: Safer Options for Senior Care

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Mobility can be a persistent concern for seniors and their family members. Health conditions like pain, joint problems, cognitive impairment, and muscle weakness can make it challenging for older adults to move freely; they can also be more vulnerable to injuries. Being unable to drive is another issue; many seniors cannot get behind the wheel.

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Senior Living in Lakewood Ranch vs. Assisted Living Communities

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Florida is renowned for its many high-volume master-planned communities (MPC), which have separate neighborhoods and the convenience of having everything in one locale. Retirees flock to these communities for the promise of well-organized neighborhoods, activities to fill their days, and opportunities to forge new friendships. Lakewood Ranch covers 31,000 acres in Southeastern Manatee County and

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How to Pay for Assisted Living in Bradenton, FL

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Managing the Costs of Florida Assisted Living: 5 Payment Options You May Not Have Considered Seniors have different options when it comes to living arrangements, but assisted living is often the best choice when care services need to be included. Assisted living communities provide seniors with activities of daily living help while also giving them

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All About Our Senior Dining: Florida Menus & Special Features

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At Élan Manatee, our residents look forward to every meal with great anticipation. We believe in the Nourish to Flourish philosophy, which guides our senior living dining program. Resident meal fatigue can be a concern in other communities, but Élan Manatee residents needn’t worry. We have a diverse menu, rotating dining options, and special offerings

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Simplifying Your Senior Living Journey

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Civitas Senior Living Makes the Move Effortless for You and Your Loved Ones Transitioning to senior living is a significant decision that often comes with a mix of emotions. The thought of moving from a familiar home into a new environment can feel daunting, but it doesn’t have to be. At Civitas Senior Living, our

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