Memory Care Newsletter March 2024
Aravilla Superbowl Party This year’s Super Bowl was very exciting, no matter what team you were cheering for. Aravilla residents had a pregame party. Nataly made sure our decorations were very festive. We decorated with colorful football balloons and football field backgrounds. We also made our own [read more]
Activities, Games & Crafts for Seniors with Memory Disorders
Which types of activities, games, and crafts are best suited for seniors with memory disorders? When selecting activities, games, and crafts for seniors with memory disorders, it is essential to focus on those that are engaging and stimulating but also easy to follow. We want our seniors to have [read more]
Memory Care Newsletter December 2023
Tis the Season Holiday decorations are almost done. Our residents have been busy helping decorate our 6 Christmas trees and the rest of the building. They are all so pretty and different. Be sure to stop by and see all of them. We are ready for Christmas [read more]
Memory Care Newsletter November 2023
Halloween Costume Party Halloween is one of our favorite holidays at Aravilla. This year Diana made delicious vampire teeth donuts to go with her green spooky eyeball and witch finger punch. Sounds crazy but I can assure you everyone loved it. It was delicious. The party was [read more]
Robo-Gourmets
Our Foodie Bots Sizzle Up a Tasty Dining Experience We are delighted to announce the seamless integration of food robots into our culinary experience at Aravilla Sarasota. Our residents have warmly embraced the food robots, appreciating the efficiency they bring to meal delivery and the technological aspect. In fact, [read more]
The Vital Role of Diet for Seniors
The Vital Role of Diet for Seniors Especially For Our Loved Ones with Memory Disorders As we journey through life, the choices we make in our diets impact not only our physical well-being but also our cognitive health, a significance that becomes even more pronounced as we age. [read more]
Memory Care Newsletter September 2023
Aravilla Shenanigans The weather is super hot this time of the year here in Florida. It has been almost impossible to do any outdoor activities. We are anxiously awaiting the cooler fall temperatures. We have kept cool with tasty treats. We have Sundaes on Sundays. Nataly puts [read more]
Memory Care Newsletter August 2023
Stay hydrated with us! These hot summer days put all of us at risk for dehydration. Water isn't just a refreshing thirst-quencher. It’s essential to almost all bodily functions, from lubricating our joints to pumping blood to our heart. Staying hydrated is a key part of maintaining [read more]
The Challenges of Home Care for a Senior with Memory Disorders
Caring for seniors with memory disorders at home can be a deeply compassionate yet challenging journey. As a caregiver for your loved one you may become increasingly worried about their safety, as memory disorders can lead to confusion and wandering, requiring constant vigilance to prevent accidents and promote [read more]
Memory Care Newsletter July 2023
Aravilla Adventures Have you been out with us lately? Come and join us on one of our outings. We have 2 weekly outings, the Lunch Bunches are always super fun! On Wednesdays we go to restaurants all over town. There is no telling where you might spot the [read more]
Memory Care Newsletter June 2023
Celebrations at Aravilla Memory Care We kicked off the month of May by celebrating Cinco de Mayo. We look forward to this every year because the decorations are so festive. Residents wore big sombreros to the party. Diana bought colorful piñata for us to break. Our friend Al [read more]
Memory Care Newsletter May 2023
Forget Me Not Ministry Forget Me Not Ministries is actively engaged in making the love of God a reality and available to all regardless of their station in life. This nondenominational ministry is unique in it's ability to bring the Word and the love of God to those [read more]
Seniors Need to Stay Active
At any age, being physically active offers great support for brain health, managing weight, strengthening muscles and bones, and emotional wellbeing. Staying active can not only increase our ‘life-span’ but expand our ‘health-span’. As we age, regular physical activity is one of the most important tools we can utilize [read more]
Memory Care Newsletter April 2023
St. Patrick's Day St. Patrick's Day celebrations were held at Aravilla last month. Diana and Nataly decorated with green and gold balloons and centerpieces. We had necklaces and hats that were passed around for all to wear. Residents enjoyed the day with yummy and festive cupcakes. They were [read more]
Memory Care Newsletter March 2023
Aravilla Valentine's This past month we celebrated Valentines Day all month long. We started off the month with decorating. We had beautiful heart garlands and decorations that we placed throughout the building. We also put up decorations that we made ourselves. Having all the resident hands-on deck turned [read more]
Memory Care Newsletter February 2023
Satisfying the Cravings If you happen to walk in the door and pick up the smell of fresh baked cookie, it's probably coming from Aravilla’s cooking class. With so many tasty treats that come from this class, there is no wonder as to why it is a crowd [read more]
Creating Joyful Moments & NEW Happy Memories
Memory Care communities are places where residents, caregivers, family members, and friends come together as an extended family and create joyful moments and new happy memories. Especially after the challenges and separation many of us felt during the past few years, it is more important than ever to highlight [read more]
Memory Care – January 2023 Newsletter
Aravilla Activities Happy New Year! We want to start the year off on the right foot with lots of fun activities for all. Our exercise class will remain at 10 am everyday as well as music hour at 2 and 3 pm. Tuesdays we look forward to seeing [read more]
How to Help Seniors with Memory Disorders Feel More Like Themselves
As we age, self-esteem and self confidence often decline. Changes in how we look and feel, physical limitations, as well as cognitive challenges can have a major impact on emotional wellbeing, which in turn can affect overall health and sense of wellbeing. So how can we help aging seniors, [read more]
Memory Care – December Newsletter
Deck the Halls The Holidays are here! Our Christmas Trees are up and decorated, all 6 of them to be exact. We had such a wonderful time decorating our trees and singing Christmas carols as we did. Our lobby tree is so big and tall that we needed [read more]
Memory Care November Newsletter
Halloween Costume Party Halloween is one of our favorite holidays here at Memory Care Aravilla Sarasota. It is no surprise that we go all out with our costume party. Nataly served her spooky eyeball punch and cookies. Nataly and Tina made sure that everyone had a costume. The [read more]
October Newsletter – Memory Care
A Month Full of Fun September was a month full of many adventures. We went many places and ate lots of delicious foods. Our Lunch Bunch was on an empty stomach and craving something sweet. We decided to go get milkshakes and hotdogs or burgers. Everyone was pleased [read more]
Memory Care Newsletter – September 2022
Aravilla Dancing Stars! Dancing Stars has become one of the favorite activities by residents at Aravil-la. John and Elena have been sharing their talent with us for a few years. The smiles they bring to us are amazing. Every time they come to Aravilla it is a great [read more]
Memory Care Newsletter – July 2022
Hawaiian Luau Aloha! Aravilla residents had a magnificent Luau last month. The dining room and atrium were decorated with the help of our residents. We had tall palm trees, bright colored balloons, pineapple center pieces and many other decorations for this festivity. My favorite party prop was the rolling [read more]
Navigating the Day with a Loved one Diagnosed with Dementia
As our loved ones with dementia age, quality time with them becomes very precious but at the same time can also become more challenging. Navigating the day visiting a loved one diagnosed with dementia can sometimes be tricky. Mood swings may be sudden and their health may vary, [read more]