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JKV Executive Leadership’s Presence On-Site Provides Calm During a Storm

October 18, 2024/in Blog

When all indicators warned South Florida would feel a significant impact from Hurricane Milton, the John Knox Village Executive Leadership team jumped into action putting the residents’ safety first. According to Chief Financial Officer Doug Folsom, “We truly embody the ‘boots on the ground’ approach. Being present on-site during critical situations like Hurricane Milton ensures […]

John Knox Village 101: Answers To Frequently Asked Questions

October 7, 2024/in Blog

Making the decision about where to spend one’s golden years is a significant one, and many in the 62-plus set are turning their attention towards life-plan continuing care retirement communities (CCRCs)—such as John Knox Village—as a promising option. As South Florida’s premier CCRC, JKV offers a comprehensive living solution with the appealing blend of independent […]

Welcome to CFO in the Know – Your Financial Questions About Life Plan Communities Answered

September 20, 2024/in Blog

Douglas Folsom, CFO (Chief Financial Officer), has been with John Knox Village for six years, serving as its Controller prior to being named Chief Financial Officer in 2023. He has been at the forefront of the Village’s fast but disciplined growth while keeping a close eye on JKV’s financial steadiness. He is often asked important […]

Avoid the Most Common Estate-Planning Disasters

September 5, 2024/in Blog

It takes time to build wealth, create trusts and develop an estate plan to protect and preserve one’s assets for future generations. By Scott Montgomery, CLU, ChFC Annual reviews of your financial accounts are critical to ensuring your wishes are followed after you are gone. Whether you do this at […]

Stay Hydrated During the Heat

August 27, 2024/in Blog

By Lucette Talamas, MS, RD, LDN While some people face the heat only in the summer, Floridians are exposed to heat year-round with an extra high dose during the summer months. Keeping hydrated is vital for our health. Staying properly hydrated can be challenging, especially for older adults. Thirst sensation is like a defense […]

JKV’s ‘IT’ Guy Offers Technology Preparedness Kit for the “Season”

August 15, 2024/in Blog

Jason Cook Technology Engagement Coordinator, John Knox Village We are three months into the “season.” Unfortunately, I am not talking about the season of gifts, although many of the items I’m writing about are actually great gifts. The season I am referring to is hurricane season. According to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration […]

Loneliness: How it Affects Seniors’ Health

July 12, 2024/in Blog

The American Medical Association recently published a special report, “What Doctors Wish Patients Knew About Loneliness and Health” (7/14/23). It stated that even though we have become more connected through social media and other outlets, especially since the COVID-19 pandemic, many people, especially older adults, still feel lonely. According to the Center for Disease Control, […]

Pride Month Resident Spotlight: Terry Colli

June 19, 2024/in Blog

Terry Colli moved to JKV with his partner, Jerry Oshinski, in December 2016 and he says that it was one of the best decisions of their lives. Jerry and Terry loved it here, but unfortunately, it was to be short-lived. Jerry passed away in August 2018 after 40 happy years together. As a retired official […]

Skyrocketing Condo Fees After Surfside’s Tragic Building Collapse: Why a Life Plan Senior Community May Be a Strategic Alternative

June 6, 2024/in Blog

Surfside Ushered in a New Era for Condo Living On June 24, 2021, the Champlain Towers in Surfside, Florida, tragically collapsed, killing 98 people and leaving hundreds more temporarily homeless. The upcoming third anniversary of this tragedy hits especially close to home, having occurred right here in our own South Florida community. In the aftermath […]

JKV Resident Spotlight: 2 Military Heroes

May 17, 2024/in Blog

Audrey Sutton, Lieutenant Colonel, U.S. Army, Retired Lakeside Villa Resident In 1974, when JKV resident Audrey L. Sutton was the 26-year-old director of a community mental health center in Baltimore City, Maryland, she got an offer she couldn’t refuse. A Colonel whom she respected very highly dared her to try out to be in […]

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