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JKV in the News: Canine Assisted Therapy Brings Its Furry Friends to John Knox

August 12, 2025/in News

The New Pelican, August 7, 2025 by Michael d’Oliveira | Editor The dogs of Canine Assisted Therapy (CAT) visit the residents at John Knox Village twice a month, bringing joy to the residents living in JKV’s Assisted Living and Skilled Nursing homes. “When you pet a dog for 15 minutes, it lowers blood pressure […]

JKV in the News: “Scooter” Hayes, Resident Spotlight

July 17, 2025/in News

If it can be done sitting down, she can do it. Although John Knox Village resident Terry “Scooter” Hayes is confined to a wheelchair due to a neurological disorder, she remains more active than many people. Hayes, 66, suffers from primary cerebellar degeneration, which has resulted in complete paralysis in her legs. However, her slight, […]

McKnights Senior Living: From Tragedy, a Chance for Education

July 14, 2025/in News

The death of Gene Hackman and his wife, Betsy Arakawa was a heartbreaking reminder that aging at home can come with unforeseen challenges. At age 95, beloved actor Gene Hackman was aging at home with his 65-year old wife, Betsy Arakawa as his caretaker. When Betsy fell ill from hantavirus pulmonary syndrome, she passed in […]

JKV in the News: At the Apex: ‘Best in Wellness’ Senior Living Communities

April 10, 2025/in News

John Knox Village of Pompano Beach, Florida, proudly announces being awarded a 2023 ICAA NuStep Pinnacle and Beacon Award for “Best in Wellness”. The “Best in Wellness” awards shine a light on senior living communities that lead the way in a comprehensive and evolving approach to wellness that enhances the lives of residents and employees. […]

JKV in the News: Celebrating an Emerging Role: Resident Technology Support

March 18, 2025/in News

CAST’s Scott Code, in observance of Careers in Aging month, lauds the impact of and opportunities in teaching older adults “the language of technology.” Scott Code, Program Director of Resident Technology at Selfhelp Community services, a LeadingAge CAST Patron was curious to learn how the role of Resident Technology Support has evolved over the years […]

JKV in the News: Rita Reo, Resident Spotlight

March 18, 2025/in News

Up, up and away: John Knox Village resident looks back on her career as a pilot Not too many of us can look back on our lives and say we helped break the mold. However, John Knox Village resident Rita Reo can certainly lay claim to those bragging rights. In the 1970’s, many young […]

McKnights Senior Living: Technology Coordinators Help Operators in ‘Bridging Gaps and Trailblazing New Paths’

March 3, 2025/in News

Technology is flooding into — and changing — senior living communities. Technology support no longer is a luxury but a necessity, as senior living residents bring wearables, cell phones and gadgets with artificial intelligence into their living spaces. At the same time, communities are scrambling to keep up with their residents as well as advanced […]

JKV in the News: The New Pelican, Pompano Beach

January 30, 2025/in News

There’s (literally) something for everyone at John Knox Village. Martin Lenkowsky, reporter for the Pompano Beach-based weekly newspaper The New Pelican recently came to John Knox Village to visit the JKV campus, get a peek inside the hedges, meet residents, and get a glimpse of what it means to live at JKV. While visiting, he […]

Fitch Affirms John Knox Village at “BBB” Rating

January 8, 2025/in News

Fitch Ratings has affirmed the ratings on revenue bonds issued by the city of Pompano Beach, on behalf of John Knox Village (JKV) at “BBB.” Fitch has also affirmed JKV’s Issuer Default Rating (IDR) at “BBB” and removed the ratings from Under Criteria Observation (UCO). The Rating Outlook is Stable. The affirmation of the ‘BBB’ […]

JKV Recognized Among North America’s Top 25 “Best in Wellness” in Senior Living

December 9, 2024/in News

We are thrilled to share some amazing news! For the fifth year in a row, John Knox Village of Florida has been recognized with the prestigious 2024 ICAA NuStep Beacon Award! John Knox Village of Florida, Inc. has been honored with the prestigious 2024 ICAA (International Council of Active Aging) NuStep Beacon Award, cementing its […]

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