Communication is vital to our well-being. People living with dementia slowly lose their language skills and their ability to express themselves freely. This has a profound impact on their quality of life. There are many ways we can support people living with dementia to communicate more effectively. It is important to remember that how you […]
Lake Gibson Village is pleased to announce that construction is underway for a dedicated Memory Care neighborhood that will be opening to better serve residents and the Lakeland community in Summer 2021. A memory care unit is a secure area for staff to better be able to care for residents who are suffering from Alzheimer’s disease […]
As Lake Gibson Village grows, we are able to expand the number of services we offer for the senior community. One of the most requested services by families is respite care. Lake Gibson Village is happy to announce that we are now offering respite care to the community. Respite is generally a short-term stay that allows […]
Are you ready to par-tay? Of course, as we age, we’re no longer interested in living in a chaotic college dorm or going to wild frat parties, but most of us do enjoy being around people. Social interactions allow us to share our joys and problems, try new things and activities, and bring us happiness. […]
When it comes to independent and assisted living in Polk County, Lake Gibson Village can call itself the “Best of the Best.” Lake Gibson Village won The Ledger newspaper’s Community Choice Award for both Best Independent Living Facility and Best Assisted Living Facility during an awards dinner on Thursday, September 20, 2018, at the RP […]
The city of Lakeland dedicated its first public park north of Interstate 4 on Saturday, August 25, 2018. The ceremonial ribbon was cut to open Douglas M. Cook Park by Lakeland Mayor Bill Mutz. He was joined by Lake Gibson Village CEO Renee Tucker, Cook’s sister, and Pro Football Hall of Famer Ray Lewis, who […]
Lake Gibson Village residents had a wonderful time showing off their stepping skills at our Dance To The Music Meet & Greet that took place Sunday, April 8th. Just Dance! Lakeland came out and showed us all how to salsa, two-step, tango, fox trot, hustle and ballroom dance to the beat of some lively music […]
It’s sometimes referred to as a “helper’s high”: those who give of themselves experience benefits that boost their emotional and physical well-being. According to a study by the Corporation for National and Community Service, “Research demonstrates that volunteering leads to better health, and older volunteers are the most likely to receive physical and mental health […]
Are you considering a senior adult community, even though you’re not yet retired? The terms “senior” or “retirement” can be misleading. Often, as in the case of Lake Gibson Village, residents may not actually be retired. Many of these communities provide a variety of housing options catering to adult residents, allowing you to choose from […]
How do you know whether you can afford to move into a senior living community? For some senior adults, the decision can be complicated. You have to balance the rising costs of staying home against the monthly fees in the senior living community. But for many senior adults, the positive benefits of living in a […]