Hurricane Milton Update 10/7/2024

As Hurricane Milton approaches, the safety and well-being of residents and staff remain our highest priority. We are working with local authorities as we prepare for the storm.  We will be sheltering-in place, & implementing our emergency plans. We will not be posting specific community updates via social media and will only be posting through […]

Hurricane Recovery for Displaced Seniors

Like so many of you, our hearts are broken for the people in counties affected by Hurricane Helene.  Our management company home office, KR Management, is located in Pinellas County and we’re saddened by the loss and devastation we’re seeing all throughout Florida and so close to home. We are here to help – If […]

Serving Seniors in Quarantine: Meal Delivery Dos & Don’ts

As the coronavirus pandemic has people hunkering down and staying safe at home, mealtime has become a burden to many. The anxiety of visiting a grocery store to fight the crowds, deal with the risk of coming into close contact with others all while facing the disappointment of empty shelves, it’s no wonder meal planning […]

3 Questions to Ask When Looking for Assisted Living from a Distance

The coronavirus pandemic has changed the way we function in daily life. From grocery shopping to visiting with loved ones, people have implemented creative methods to say safe during normal daily activities. The world may feel as if the pause button has been hit, but that doesn’t mean your aging loved one’s needs have changed. […]

4 Ways to Stay In Touch With Social Distancing Seniors

The coronavirus pandemic has forced people to keep a distance from elderly loved ones. Senior living communities are under strict regulations to limit visitors and social interactions, and the facts show that seniors may be at higher risk of being affected by the novel coronavirus. With a mountain of safety measures in place, you may […]

Beating the Holiday Blues

Not feeling holly jolly during the season? You’re not alone.   Twinkling lights, cheerful music, boxes tied in big red bows, and cookies shaped like snowmen should be enough to lift anyone’s spirit, right? Wrong. Stress and depression during the holiday season are not uncommon, especially for those transitioning into an assisted living community. What […]

Meet the Chef

Al Gabianelli, Executive Chef at Buffalo Crossings Assisted Living in The Villages is stirring the pot in senior living dining. Refusing to prepare flavorless meals, Chef Al takes a creative approach to delivering made-from-scratch dishes for the residents. He brings more than his culinary school education to the table. Chef Al’s experience and passion are, […]