Embrace Active Aging: Join Us for the 2nd Annual Enjoy Life Symposium!

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

Discovery Healthcare Expo

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

Embracing the 414: Celebrating Milwaukee Day and its Rich Heritage

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

Demystifying Senior Living Costs: A Guide to Financial Preparedness and Planning

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

Understanding Dementia – Tell Them We Are Still In Here!

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

Being Heart Conscious

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

Tips for Building Connections and Fighting Loneliness

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

Staying in Motion Even When Your Wheels Get Parked

The strange thing about working in the Senior Living business is that eventually the conversations we hold with prospective residents and families, are the ones we start having with our own parents. You would think that being in the “business” the conversation with my aging parent would have been easy. I have worked in senior … Read more