Father’s Day is just around the corner, and it is time to start thinking about the perfect gift for the man who has given you so much. Remember how easy it was when you were a kid? A tie or a T-shirt with his favorite sports team on it was always the perfect Father’s Day…   Read More

Many older adults experience a form of sleep deprivation from time to time and do not realize the effect it can have on their memory. The National Library of Medicine reports that as many as 50% of seniors have reported symptoms of insomnia. However, insomnia is not a natural part of aging. As a person…   Read More

There is power in music. It can make us dance, smile, or cry. It has a way of connecting us to the people and events around us, like a soundtrack to our lives. Research shows that both listening to and making music are also powerful medicines. This is particularly true for older adults battling various…   Read More

Mother’s Day is the perfect time to show your mom just how special she is to you. However, if she lives in a senior living/assisted living community, you may be struggling to find just the right Mother’s Day That is why we put extra thought into creating this list of Mother’s Day gift ideas she…   Read More

Is there really a best time to move into a senior independent living community? More and more of the over-65 set say the answer is yes, and the sooner the better. What’s drawing these savvy seniors? The list is long, but it includes prime locations, beautiful homes, high-end lifestyles, and seemingly endless services and amenities….   Read More

When looking at senior living communities for yourself or a loved one, there are many great options and many things to consider. Whether you’re looking for active independent living, assisted living, skilled nursing or memory care, a key consideration is whether the community operates as a for-profit or not-for-profit senior living organization. It can make…   Read More

Many seniors think exercise is just a distant memory due to obstacles like pain, decreased endurance and balance. There is also the fear of injury. The fact of the matter is that water exercises get aging adults moving and active. It’s a safe, comfortable, and rewarding way to live an active lifestyle once more. Here…   Read More

You don’t need a lot of rooms and square footage to have an enviably beautiful and totally comfortable home. Many seniors making the move to a one-bedroom senior living apartment home in retirement communities are realizing just how true it is. It seems that the more rooms we have, the less we use and the…   Read More

Jacaranda Trace is proud to share that we have received four “Best of” awards from the Venice Gondolier in the assisted and retirement living categories! These awards recognize the readers’ choice of the best Venice has to offer. We are proud to be receive this honor again and will continue to raise the bar in…   Read More

One of the best ways to maintain muscle strength, flexibility, and vitality as we age is to just keep moving. Unfortunately, for many, that becomes more difficult as physical limitations like joint pain and fatigue become a barrier to a healthy lifestyle. Fortunately, there is a great way to keep moving without putting too much…   Read More