Senior Living News, May 2025

The Goldton at Venice Newsletter

108 Bella Verde Blvd. | Nokomis, FL 34275

May 1st 2025

Around the world with Atlas - May 2025 - México

Resident's Birthdays

Janice S 5/24
Bret P 5/30
Lawrence R 5/30
Larry T 5/31

Maude T 5/11
Judy M 5/16
Judy C 5/28
Jay M 5/29
Grace P 5/31

Marilyn R 5/12

Celebrating May

Labor Day 5/1
Kentucky Derby 5/3
Cinco De Mayo 5/5
Have a Coke Day 5/9
Nurses Day 5/12
Golf Day 5/10
Dance like a Chicken Day 5/14
Malcom X Day 5/16
Whiskey Day 5/17
Turtle Day 5/24
Memorial Day 5/26
Smile Day 5/31

Events Spotlights

May Birthday Celebration 5/22
New Resident Mixer 5/28
Dinner and a show – The Greatest Showmen 5/29
Family Night Wine tasting 5/25

Memory Care | Resident of the Month

Joan

Meet Joan!
Joan was born in Pennsylvania and moved to Venice
FL in 1998. Joan is married and has 3 sons. She loves
to sew and care for others. Her favorite thing is being
a mom. Joan’s cheery attitude and smiling face make
her so lovable!

The famous Aztec Calendar, shown in its original colors, is also known as the “Stone of the Sun.” It depicts the Sun God Tonatiuh, the fifth sun, at its center.

Viva México !!

Alexa play "Violín Huapango" from "Mariachi Vargas"

Featured on the 1986 album Mexicanísimo, this recording stands among the most beautiful treasures of Mexican folk music. Created as a special edition for the World Cup, it captured the hearts of FIFA staff, team directors, players, and visitors from around the globe. Behind its unforgettable sound was Don Pepe Martínez, the masterful composer and musical director known as the “Mozart of Mariachi,” whose spirit lives on in every note.

Why Choose the Goldton

1. Customized attention and help
Individualized care is extended to every resident in Assisted Living Communities.
2. Enhanced Safety and Security
Elderly individuals living alone may be at risk, but in assisted living there is a high degree of safety.
3. Opportunities for Social Engagement
Loneliness and isolation are not uncommon in the elder group, but the supported living communities promote social interactions.
4. Access to Health and Wellness Services
5. Freedom from Home Maintenance
6. Nutritious Meals and Dining Options
However, senior citizens have difficulty with meal preparation, yet senior housinvg means that they will get healthy food.
7. Fosters Independence
8. Reduced Burden on Families
9. Amenities and Services for Convenience
10. Improved Quality of Life
Ultimately, assisted living enhances seniors’ overall well-being.

Viva México !!
Around the World with Atlas

A Land of Spirit, Color, and Eternal Stories, Mexico is more than a country—it’s a heartbeat, a song carried by the wind across deserts, jungles, mountains, and beautyful beaches. A place where ancient civilizations whisper through pyramids and murals, and modern life dances to the rhythm of a strong and unique cultural heritage.

The word “México” comes from the Náhuatl words “Metztli” (moon) and “xictli” (navel or belly button), meaning “the belly button of the moon.” The Mexicas pronounced it “Meshico.”

According to legend, the Mexica people were the last of the nomadic tribes to arrive in central Anáhuac (yep, that was the ancient name for the heartland of what’s now Mexico). They came from a mythical island called Aztlán—which is why they’re also called Aztecs. They were searching for a sign sent by their main god, Huitzilopochtli: an eagle perched on a prickly pear cactus, devouring a snake. That was the sacred place where they were to build their city.

And they did find it—right in the middle of a vast lake called Texcoco. Legend says they took refuge on that small patch of land in the lake and founded their settlement, Tenochtitlan, around 1325. By the time the Spanish arrived in 1519, they were stunned by the sight of a majestic, dream-like well-organized metropolis—Tenochtitlan—one of the largest cities in the world at that time.

Pet's create abundant life

The Impact of Pet Ownership on Senior Happiness and Health
Pets have a special way of bringing joy and companionship into our lives, and for seniors, the benefits of pet ownership can be particularly impactful.

Pet ownership can have a profound impact on the well-being of seniors, providing them with companionship, emotional support, and even health benefits. The Senior Friendship Center in Sarasota, Florida, recognizes the importance of pets in the lives of the elderly.

Interacting with pets can reduce feelings of loneliness and isolation commonly experienced by seniors. Studies have shown that spending time with animals can lower blood pressure, decrease stress levels, and even boost immunity. The unconditional love and loyalty of a pet can greatly improve the emotional well-being of seniors, offering a sense of purpose and meaning in their lives.

Engaging in activities like walking a dog or playing with a cat promotes physical exercise, which is crucial for maintaining mobility and overall health in older adults.

These furry friends not only offer unconditional love but also serve as loyal companions, reducing feelings of loneliness and isolation that can often accompany aging. For many seniors, pets become like family members, offering a sense of purpose and routine to their daily lives.

The presence of a pet can boost mood, decrease stress levels, and even improve physical health through activities like walking a dog or playing with a cat. This bond with a furry companion fosters a sense of connection and belonging, creating a positive impact on seniors’ mental and emotional wellness.

Using your Nogan

Brain exercises – Research has shown that there are many ways you can hone your mental sharpness and help your brain stay healthy, no matter what age you are. Doing certain brain exercises to help boost your memory, concentration, and focus can make daily tasks quicker and easier to do, and keep your brain sharp as you get older.

Have fun with a jigsaw puzzle – Whether you’re putting together a 1,000-piece image of the Eiffel Tower or joining 100 pieces to make Mickey Mouse, working on a jigsaw puzzle is an excellent way to strengthen your brain.
Try your hand at cards – Try learning one of these tried-and-true card games: solitaire, bridge, gin rummy, poker, hearts, crazy eights.

Build your vocabulary – A rich vocabulary has a way of making you sound smart. But did you know you can also turn a quick vocab lesson into a stimulating brain game?

Keep a notebook with you when you read – Write down one unfamiliar word, then look up the definition. Try to use that word five times the next day.

Dance your heart out – The Centers for Disease Prevention and Control notes that learning new dance moves can increase your brain’s processing speed and memory. In other words, bust a move on the dance floor and your brain will thank you.

Use all your senses – To give your senses and your brain a workout, try doing activities that simultaneously engage all five of your senses. You could try baking a batch of cookies, visiting a farmer’s market, or trying a new restaurant while you focus on smelling, touching, tasting, seeing, and hearing all at the same time.

Teach a new skill to someone else – One of the best ways to expand your learning is to teach a skill to another person.

Listen to or play music – Listening to happy tunes helps generate more innovative solutions compared to being in silence. Which means, cranking up some feel-good music can help boost your creative thinking and brain power.

Meditate – Daily meditation can calm your body, slow your breathing, and reduce stress and anxiety. Find a quiet spot, close your eyes, and spend five minutes meditating each day.

Learn a new language – According to numerous studies, bilingualism can contribute to better memory, improved visual-spatial skills, and higher levels of creativity. Being fluent in more than one language may also help you switch more easily between different tasks, and delay the onset of age-related mental decline.

Independent Living | Resident of the Month

Lori

Lori has lived a joyful life, minus one marriage! She is vibrant and determined in all that she does.

Born in Boston and growing up there she was raised as an Irish Catholic. She moved to Florida in 1982, as she loved the weather!

Lori is a member of the Service Club and loves to build all sorts of things. Be it furniture, houses and much much more.

MARK

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Recipe of the Month

Guacamole

Ingredients:
3 avocados, ripe
½ small yellow onion, finely diced
2 Roma tomatoes, diced
3 tablespoons finely chopped fresh cilantro
1 jalapeno pepper, seeds removed and finely diced
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 lime, juiced
½ teaspoon sea salt

Directions:
1. Slice the avocados in half, remove the pit, and scoop into a mixing bowl.
2. Mash the avocado with a fork and make it as chunky or smooth as you’d like.
3. Add the remaining ingredients and stir together. Give it a taste test and add a pinch more salt or lime juice if needed.
4. Serve the guacamole with tortilla chips.

Viva México !!
The Corn Tamers

Corn has been a staple of Mexican culture and cuisine for thousands of years, dating back to ancient civilizations long before the Mexicas and even the Pre-classical Mayans wich are prior to 1000 BC. It’s used in countless traditional dishes such as tortillas, tamales, pozole, tacos, chilaquiles, enchiladas, sopes and so on.

They were masters in combine native ingredients like chile, cacao, and vanilla, Mexican cuisine has shaped global tastes and preserved a deep connection to the country’s agricultural and cultural roots.

Associate of the Month

Rich McCormack

Rich was born and raised in Brooklyn NY. Has work as a Merchant Marine. Rich married the love of his life and they have been together ever since (30+ years). They share two children and also have three grandchildren, whom he adores more then life.

Rich enjoys being outdoors where he can fish and hunt. Rich wanted to share a quote from Teddy Roosevelt, being that it was engraved on a plaque he received.

“I think the authors of the Declaration of Independence intended to include all men, but that they did not mean to declare all men equal in all respects. They did not mean to say all men were equal in color, size, intellect, moral development, or social capacity. They defined with tolerable distinctness in what they did consider all men created equal—equal in certain inalienable rights, among which are life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness. This they said, and this they meant. They did not mean to assert the obvious untruth that all were then actually enjoying that equality, or yet that they were about to confer it immediately upon them. They meant to set up a standard maxim for free society which should be familiar to all—constantly looked to, constantly labored for, and, even though never perfectly attained, constantly approximated, and thereby constantly spreading and deepening its influence, and augmenting the happiness and value of life to all people, everywhere.”

Assisted Living | Resident of the Month

Janice Stiegmann

Janice was born in Jamestown NY, at one year of age her family moved to Los Anglos as her family searched for work. They finally settled into farming where Janice helped to pick fruits and veggies and bail hay. Once Janice completed High School she moved to UT and took three years of modeling school. When she meet her husband and settled down Janice started a wallpaper company (which she says “has given me my current back pain”) She was also the only female VA Inspector in Washington DC,

Together she and her husband had 3 children. Now she has an additional six grandchildren and four great-grandchildren.

Janice loves to travel the world! Her favorite country is Germany and without a doubt her favorite state is Oregon.