National Senior Health and Fitness Day is quickly approaching on May 25th, and what better way to celebrate than by featuring Scott Michel, Partner at Orange Shoe Personal Fitness, as our guest for this post. Scott began his career at Orange Shoe after graduating from UW-LaCrosse with degrees in Exercise Sport Science, with a concentration … Read more
The 2nd annual Enjoy Life Active Aging Symposium, presented by Capri Communities, is set to take place at the Brookfield Conference Center on Tuesday, June 11 from 9 am to 2:30 pm. This FREE event for older adults 55+ is all about celebrating active aging and encouraging individuals to try new things, get involved and live … Read more
On March 5, 2024, Capri Communities participated in the Discovery Healthcare Expo at Waukesha County Technical College (WCTC). Drawing over 650 students between 8th and 12th grades, the Expo provided a valuable platform for them to interact with a large variety of healthcare companies in the area and learn more about existing opportunities. In total … Read more
As someone who relocated to the greater Milwaukee area almost 10 years ago, I recently stumbled upon the annual celebration of all things positive happening in Milwaukee called 414 Day or Milwaukee Day. Celebrated on April 14, Milwaukee Day is an homage to Milwaukee’s area code. This holiday is dedicated to celebrating the city of … Read more
As we celebrate International Women’s Day on March 8th, 2024 – our organization reflects on the progress we have made and…
When working with families exploring senior living, the most common question we help answer is “What is the cost?” To help the executive director or sales professional you are working with, you, or your family representative, need to be prepared to discuss how you have planned for this time in your life and what you … Read more
“And the jimmy goes to…!” On February 22, Capri hosted our 2nd annual jimmy awards. This Capri awards program recognizes community staff members who exemplify our mission and values and is named after our founder, Jim Tarantino. In 2022, when the program was first developed, Jim was approached to see if he would allow us … Read more
At one point in my career, I traveled the country as a Director of Memory Care for a national company. It was an amazing experience to visit different states and senior living campuses and observe the variety of philosophies and approaches toward dementia care. It has shaped what I have come to learn and understand … Read more
Living with heart consciousness means being mindful of our emotions, intentions, and connections with others. It’s about cultivating a deep sense of awareness and compassion for us and those around us. Being heart conscious in this case is not about the physical heart pumping blood through our bodies. It’s more about the metaphorical heart—the seat … Read more
Loneliness is a universal human experience that can impact our mental, emotional and physical well-being. In today’s fast-paced and digitally connected world, it might seem counter-intuitive that loneliness is prevalent. However, building genuine connections with others is an essential aspect of leading a fulfilling life. Below, we will explore the importance of combating loneliness and … Read more
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