Glam Time!
Everyone likes to look and feel their best. Taking a little time each day for yourself can really lift your mood and boost your confidence. It doesn’t have to be anything fancy — brushing your hair, putting on a favorite shirt, or following your usual morning routine can make a bigger difference than you might think.
When we feel put together, we often feel more positive and ready to take on the day. It can make socializing easier, help us feel more comfortable around others, and encourage us to get involved in our community. Looking good isn’t about being perfect — it’s about feeling like yourself. Simple grooming habits also support good hygiene and give you a chance to notice small changes, which can be helpful for staying on top of your health. Plus, having a regular routine brings a sense of comfort and structure. There’s something reassuring about starting the day in a familiar way. So, as you get ready each morning, remember that those few minutes you spend on yourself really matter. A little effort can go a long way — and you just might notice the difference in how you feel throughout the day.
Love is in the Air
Valentine’s Day is a time to celebrate love in all its beautiful forms — not just romantic love, but the love we share with our residents, staff, friends, and family. We all have someone special in our lives, and what better day to celebrate that than Valentine’s Day? We kicked off the month by decorating our memory care community with hearts, flowers, and everything red. The dining rooms were brightened with the cutest gnome Valentine’s banners, and the tabletops featured heart-shaped designs along with lovely handmade flower arrangements. Everyone was excited to have their picture taken in front of the festive backdrop we created. Residents quickly lined up, eager for their turn Mae is nothing but love! in front of the camera. Diana and Kristen helped the ladies with their makeup before the photos, adding an extra special touch to the day. Each resident chose their favorite props, including stuffed animals, hearts, and roses, to make their pictures uniquely their own. There were so many smiling faces, and we even heard some funny — yet surprisingly helpful — love advice shared throughout the day! We wrapped up the celebration with a party featuring delicious treats made by Kristen and music from our friend Karlus. It was truly a heartwarming day filled with laughter, joy, and lots of love.
Chuck hands Annie a rose during the photo shoot.
Norma and his wife pose for a lovely picture.
Mae is nothing but love!
Key Chorale is Back!
It’s that time again! We are thrilled to welcome back our friends from the Key Chorale this month. We invite all of our friends and families to join us for this special 8-week chorus session. Key Chorale will be here at Aravilla Sarasota every Thursday for 8 weeks, beginning March 19th. We will gather in the atrium at 10:30 AM to sing together. We hope you can join us for this wonderful time of music and community!
March Fun!
Lunch Bunch Outings
Picnic Lunch
Joey D’s
Plaza Mexico
McDonald’s
International Women’s Day Celebration
March 8th
St. Patrick’s Day Party
March 17th at 2pm
Key Chorale
March 19th & 26th at 10:30 am
1st Floor Atrium
…and much more!!
Check our monthly Memory Care Community Calendar to see what’s all planned for March!
Have you explored our website yet? Learn more about all our Aravilla senior communities, explore our dedicated “Aravilla for Her” (female only) option, visit our monthly resident activities calendar and more! You can also find local and national senior living resources, and be sure to browse the photo galleries and videos of all the fun we have here at Aravilla Sarasota!
