Country Club Village Retirement Community

01/21/2026

Would you just look how cute this cinnamon stick gnome came out! Check the calendar and join us in the craft room.

01/21/2026

Why drinking water matters in winter for healthy aging 💧❄️

Staying hydrated is just as important during the winter months, especially for older adults enjoying independent living. Cooler weather can reduce the sensation of thirst, yet the body and brain still depend on steady fluid intake to support energy, focus, and overall wellness. Even mild dehydration can contribute to fatigue, headaches, or dizziness, which can affect daily comfort and independence.

In independent living, consistent hydration supports healthy digestion, joint comfort, and cognitive clarity while helping the body adjust to indoor heating and seasonal changes. Simple habits like sipping water throughout the day, enjoying warm beverages such as herbal teas, and including hydrating foods like soups, fruits, and vegetables can make a meaningful difference. Small daily choices help support healthy aging and keep winter days feeling comfortable and balanced.

01/20/2026

❤️ Calling All Valentines! ❤️
We’re excited to be part of the Hearts Across America project and we need YOUR help!

Help us spread love, kindness, and smiles across the country by creating Valentine cards or hearts to be shared with others. Every heart makes a difference and reminds someone they are cared for.

If you’d like to participate, please send your Valentine creations to us and be part of something truly special. Let’s fill America with love—one heart at a time! 💌

01/19/2026

Independent living today embraces a vibrant way of life centered on social connection and joyful companionship. For many older adults, independent living offers a vibrant independent living lifestyle filled with meaningful experiences and lasting opportunities to stay connected.

Through engaging social clubs, fitness classes, and recreational activities, older adults can learn new skills and experience the many health benefits that come from staying active both physically and socially.

This welcoming approach helps promote personal fulfillment, and a life surrounded by friends, family members, and a supportive community: https://bit.ly/3MCzXQx

Learn how senior social clubs help older adults build friendships, stay active, and enjoy a fulfilling independent living lifestyle.

01/17/2026

It’s a sparkle kind of day! ✨
We’re adding fairy hair, turning up the shine, and celebrating a little extra magic today. Because everyone deserves to feel fabulous! 🧚‍♀️

01/16/2026

Thank you The Entertainment Foundation and Ken for coming to sing and entertain us. You had us laughing and singing, and we even learn some interesting trivia answers. We can’t wait for your next visit!

01/16/2026

Easy Vegetable Soup 🥣

This simple vegetable soup is warm, nourishing, and easy to enjoy, making it a comforting meal for all. Soft textures and familiar flavors help support hydration and overall wellness.

Ingredients
🥕 diced carrots
🥔 diced potatoes
🧅 chopped onion
🥬 chopped spinach or zucchini
🍅 canned diced tomatoes
🫗 low sodium vegetable broth
🌿 olive oil
🧂 pinch of salt and pepper

Instructions
1️⃣ Heat olive oil in a large pot and gently sauté the onion until soft
2️⃣ Add carrots and potatoes, stirring for a few minutes
3️⃣ Pour in diced tomatoes and vegetable broth
4️⃣ Simmer until all vegetables are tender
5️⃣ Stir in spinach or zucchini and cook until soft
6️⃣ Season lightly and serve warm

This easy soup provides comfort, hydration, and nutrition in every bowl.

01/15/2026

Today we played a new to us game of Speed. We laughed and laughed. It was a fun friendly competition to see how many rounds we could play.

01/14/2026

🎈 75 Years Young and Still Shining! 🎈
Join us in wishing a very happy 75th birthday to our wonderful team member, Margie! Your positive spirit make our days brighter. We hope your day is filled with laughter, love, and maybe a little cake, too! 🎂🎉

01/14/2026

The joy of music is a beautiful part of life in independent living 🎶

Music has a unique way of lifting spirits, sparking memories, and bringing people together. In independent living communities, music often becomes part of everyday moments, whether it’s listening to a favorite song in the morning, joining friends for live entertainment, or sharing stories about the music that shaped a lifetime. These moments create connection and comfort while adding rhythm and warmth to daily routines.

Music also supports emotional well-being and encourages self-expression. It can inspire movement, reduce stress, and create a sense of familiarity that feels grounding and joyful. In independent living, residents enjoy the freedom to engage with music in ways that feel personal and meaningful, turning ordinary days into moments filled with harmony, laughter, and connection.

01/13/2026

Today we traveled to Greece with the help of Universal Yums. This box is now empty, sorry you missed it. Next month we travel to a new destination so stay tuned for departure.

01/12/2026

The Christine DeMeo rocked it out for us at happy hour. Everyone was singing, chair dancing and a few even threw caution to the wind and danced right up front. We had a great time and will see her back in March!