First Coast Senior Living

08/31/2024

Today is a great day for a Saturday stroll along the sands of Atlantic Beach. Squeeze in a few steps this weekend!

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08/30/2024

We are thrilled to join NBCUniversal for the 10th annual Clear The Shelters adoption event! 🐶😸 Starting tomorrow, August 24, all adoptions at JHS are $25 or less. Visit us at 8464 Beach Blvd and help us ! 💖 View currently available pets at buff.ly/3mTHmLZ.

08/29/2024

Meet Jerry Shafer, GM of Rise Nocatee, a new 55+ residential community!

08/27/2024

Don’t let your mind runaway with you. Sometimes the weight of our thoughts can send us into declining health. Protect yours. Don’t worry. Be happy!



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08/24/2024

SAVE THE DATE

March 1, 2025

Big changes coming!

1. New Start
2. New Finish
3. New location for the expo
4. New post race area

Same great course!

Get ready for a lot of exciting announcements.

Registration opens October 1, 2024.

08/21/2024

As we celebrate National Senior Day, may you chase your aspirations and make the most of every moment. Live with passion and enjoy your life!


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08/17/2024

08/13/2024

It is another hot one today as a Heat Advisory (maximum heat index is expected to be between 108°F and 112°F) has been issued for Duval County.

Cooling Centers are available at various City of Jacksonville facilities, which include:
🔹All Jacksonville Public Library Branches
🔹COJ Community Centers
🔹JaxParks Splashpads

These facilities will operate during their typical hours. Please note that all City Pools are now closed on weekdays, due to the fact school is back in session. The new City Pool hours through September 2, 2024, are Saturdays 11 a.m.- 6 p.m. and Sundays 2:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Additionally, free transportation to Cooling Centers will be provided by the Jacksonville Transportation Authority (JTA) on designated Heat Emergency days. Riders must tell bus drivers that they are traveling to a cooling center to receive free fare.

For additional information, including locations and hours, visit https://www.jacksonville.gov/staycooljax

08/11/2024

Do you allow your pets to sleep on your bed?


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08/10/2024

The City of Jacksonville has declared today, Saturday, August 10th as a Heat Emergency Day with heat indexes expected to be between 108 and 112 degrees. Stay cool. Play indoors today!

08/10/2024

What is Medicare Advantage, and what are the options in Florida? 💭 Get these answers and more at the upcoming SHINE virtual class! This free webinar will cover Medicare Part C and help you walk away feeling informed and empowered. SHINE is a program of the Florida Department of Elder Affairs. Register today: https://bit.ly/3WMfSJ4

08/09/2024

Meet Kurtis Loftus. At 63, he’s staying true to his lifelong commitment of being physically fit. Read his story in our August issue.

What truly sets him apart is his dedication to fitness. From surfing to competing in triathlons, Loftus’s passion for an active lifestyle has become an integral part of his identity and daily routine at age sixty-three. Born and raised in Jacksonville Beach, Kurtis Loftus has always had a deep con...

08/08/2024

Hello from Steve Smith!

08/06/2024

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08/05/2024

Brace yourself folks! Former WTLV TV Channel 12 Weatherman Steve Smith says a storm is brewing outside, and inside our August issue. Grab your umbrella and prepare for the perfect storm of stories and interviews this month. Happy Reading!
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07/31/2024

Happy Hump Day! Sometimes our friends, and strangers, need a little help getting over the hump. Keep doing what you can to pull them up.



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07/30/2024

Gone are the days when adults 55 plus sit on front porches waving at life as it passes them by. Today, airline seats are the new rocking chairs!

What exciting destinations will your travel plans take you this year?


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07/29/2024

How much did you pay for your first home and what year did you buy it?

07/25/2024

Meet Paula Carlisle, the CEO of Encompass Health Jacksonville, a recent transfer from Las Vegas, Nevada. Paula began her career with the organization as a Registered Nurse, then later received her Masters degree in Healthcare Law.

Let’s show Paula some southern hospitality and welcome her to Jacksonville!

07/25/2024

Missing Endangered Adult

The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office is currently looking for a missing endangered adult on the City’s Westside. The subject, Mary Richardson, was reported missing in the 5800 block of Blanding Boulevard after leaving her living facility on foot in an unknown direction. Due to the victim’s age and reported diminished mental condition, we are seeking her location in an effort to ascertain her safety.

The missing adult has been identified as:
Name: Mary G. Richardson
Age: 70 years old
Height: 5’8 Weight: 135 lbs.
Eyes: Brown Hair: Salt and Pepper
Clothing: Navy Blue Jacket, black pants, multi-colored bonnet (as seen in picture) and glasses

Anyone having seen or who may know the whereabouts of Ms. Richardson is asked to contact the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office at 904-630-0500.

07/22/2024

It’s Motivation Monday! Be absolutely true to yourself today. If there were no obstacles, what would you do today? Where would you be? Who would you be?

07/20/2024

Boost your Saturday vibe by spending time with your friends today!

07/20/2024

Summer fun doesn’t have to mean sweltering heat. Where do you go to cool off and beat the heat?


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07/19/2024

Wanna boogie with the coolest cats in town? Get your groove on at the City of Jacksonville’s Senior Prom on August 6th.

07/18/2024

Humans also have the protein, called IL-11, offering hope for a future longevity treatment.

07/17/2024

Step up your health game. Did you know that walking the stairs for thirty minutes each week is good for cardiovascular health, builds muscle and is good for longevity? Where is your most convenient place to climb today?



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07/16/2024

Taking too many pills without regular medical supervision can lead to severe side effects such as organ damage and potentially fatal interactions between medications.

Be sure to schedule time with your healthcare provider for lab work and a review of the medications and supplements you’re taking.



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07/15/2024

Unlock Your Potential! Stop by the Disability and Adaptive Expo next Thursday, July 25th!