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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 place among North America’s Top 25 “Best in Wellness” senior living communities dedicated to fostering a culture of wellness.

The award, a joint initiative between the International Council on Active Aging (ICAA) and NuStep, LLC, highlights communities that transcend traditional care models to build a dynamic culture of wellness. This partnership reflects a shared commitment to inspiring and empowering older adults to live life with purpose, vitality, and engagement.

Colin Milner, CEO and founder of the ICAA sees this shift as a defining moment in senior living. “Wellness is no longer just an optional program—it’s a way of life,” Milner says. “Communities that embrace this ethos are improving lives and setting the stage for a new model of senior living, where wellness drives every decision.

For JKV, this award reflects years of dedication to building a wellness-focused environment where residents and team members thrive together. From creating opportunities for physical fitness to fostering emotional, social, and spiritual engagement, the community has embraced wellness as an integrated and holistic pursuit.

By placing wellness at the core of our values and operations, the Beacon Award reaffirms JKV’s commitment to enriching lives, fostering community, and shaping the future of active aging.

Want to learn more about what John Knox Village has to offer? Contact us today to take a tour, or for a no-pressure conversation with one of our Life Plan Consultants.

Much-Anticipated Westlake Eatery at John Knox Village Now Open

December 2, 2024/in News

JKV is always looking for ways to be innovative and relevant to its residents. At the top of most peoples’ lists when they are researching moving to a community like JKV is the quality of the food served.

The first floor of the recently opened Westlake at John Knox Village includes ultramodern amenities for all residents, with 147 designer-finished lakefront apartment homes above. Joining BV’s French Press Coffee and Wine Bar, Westlake Eatery officially opened on November 4, 2024.

The Westlake Eatery has already generated a sense of excitement and buzz and has quickly become a popular spot that residents are flocking to. And for good reason!

Westlake Eatery is an open-air fast-casual restaurant that serves freshly made fare all day, with stations for every taste and appetite. In addition to daily breakfast, the Eatery has a fresh Salad Station, Deli and Panini Station, Grill Station, Pizza and Flatbread Station, daily lunch and dinner entrée specials, daily desserts, and a Grab and Go section. Diners order from whichever stations they choose. Restaurant staff bring the prepared items to the residents’ tables, accommodating additional requests for anything else needed, and clear the tables when diners are through.

The Westlake Eatery is among multiple dining options at JKV, including the BV’s French Press Coffee and Wine Bar. Residents can also dine at the Glades Grill, the Palm Bistro, the Pearl, Seaglass, Bayer’s Poolside Sports Bar, and Barton’s Nautilus Bar, each offering a fresh, distinctive dining experience.

Come see for yourself what the buzz is all about. Schedule a visit by contacting us today.

GAZETTE – December 2024/January 2025

November 25, 2024/in Gazette, News

December 2024/January 2025 Gazette

See why John Knox Village might be the best present ever. JKV residents join in the celebrations of the holiday season.

They all have the very real security in knowing their needs will be covered, and that they have got a plan in place for whatever their future holds.

John Knox Village Takes Second Place in Senior Housing News Architecture & Design Awards

November 8, 2024/in News

John Knox Village of Florida (JKV) has proudly been awarded as the Second Place winner of SHNA 2024 — Senior Housing News Architecture & Design Awards in the category of Independent Living for its new luxury apartment building, Westlake. The nomination was submitted in this fiercely competitive category by our architects, Perkins Eastman, who in collaboration with JKV, designed the community’s new construction at the heart of the campus. The award recognizes senior living communities with newly constructed apartments.

Westlake, JKV’s newest residential neighborhood includes 147 state-of-the-art apartment homes, including a rooftop area for grilling and relaxing, with a first floor featuring two dining venues, a theater, an art studio, and technology classroom where JKV’s Technology Coordinator teaches throughout the week.

John Knox Village is revolutionizing senior living by introducing an innovative hospitality and wellness model. To kickstart this transformation, the design team at Perkins Eastman collaborated with Vice President of Operations at JKV, Thom Price and the executive team in a comprehensive campus master plan. The plan highlighted the importance of spaces between existing buildings, revealing a crucial missing element: a central campus heart that aligns with the long-term vision for both residents and the community. The site was reimagined as an ‘experience district,’ with a strong lakeside pedestrian-centric path connecting social, cultural, fitness, dining, and residential spaces.

Barton’s Nautilus Bar

Westlake Art Studio

Want to learn more about what John Knox Village has to offer? Contact us today to take a tour, or for a no-pressure conversation with one of our Life Plan Consultants.

GAZETTE ACE – November/December 2024

October 28, 2024/in Gazette, News

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GAZETTE – October/November 2024

September 24, 2024/in Gazette, News

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GAZETTE ACE – September/October 2024

August 30, 2024/in Gazette, News

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GAZETTE – August/Sept 2024

July 25, 2024/in Gazette, News

Law Aimed At Preventing Another Surfside Tragedy Has Hefty Price Tag

JKV Proudly Opens BV’s French Press Coffee & Wine Bar at Westlake

May 2, 2024/in News

BV’s French Press Coffee & Wine Bar Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting

On April 17, 2024, John Knox Village of Florida (JKV) in Pompano Beach proudly held its grand opening of BV’s French Press Coffee and Wine Bar, located on the lobby level of Westlake, its newest addition to the community. The new luxury apartment towers at JKV include 147 state-of-the-art apartment homes and many spaces on its ground floor where all residents and guests can gather, relax, and enjoy. Courtesy of a generous donation, BV’s was named in honor of its benefactor, JKV resident Bruce Voelkel, who has lived at JKV since 2017 and is an active member of the community.

The John Knox Village Foundation supports the community through innovative, compassionate programming and initiatives. According to the Foundation’s Executive Director Mark Dobosz, “Bruce’s donation to name BV’s French Press Coffee & Wine Bar is a perfect example of his commitment to the lifestyle, well-being, and pleasure for all Village residents to savor the delights of delicious coffee and wine.”

L-R: Lance Sanson, VP Dining, JKV Resident Bruce Voelkel, and Steve Turk, Founder Biscayne Coffee

JKV’s Dining team member Shala McKenzie proudly serves BV’s first cups of coffee to what will sure to be many happy residents.

BV’s features offerings from Biscayne Coffee, a locally sourced coffee company that donates 10% of its proceeds to ocean conservation. Its founder, Steve Turk, participated in the ribbon cutting and presented Bruce with a gift basket and BV’s French Press apron.

Since 1967, JKV has been providing a fulfilling, engaging, and stress-free environment with an all-inclusive full continuum of care from independent living and assisted living to short and long-term skilled nursing care. As a Life Plan community, the internationally award-winning JKV allows proactive seniors to plan for their future healthcare needs while enjoying first-class amenities, life-long learning programs, and a full range of services that promote wellness of mind, body, and spirit. JKV continues to stay ahead of the curve by emphasizing fitness and overall well-being for each of its residents. Through unwavering commitment to excellence and guiding principles, the team brings the unique JKV experience to life every day for 1,000 residents.

JKV Once Again Receives Distinguished ‘Best in Wellness’ Awards

January 11, 2024/in Blog, News

John Knox Village of Florida in Pompano Beach is thrilled to announce that it has been honored with the 2023 ICAA NuStep Pinnacle and Beacon Awards, solidifying its position among the Top 5 and Top 25 ‘Best in Wellness’ senior living communities in North America. JKV has been recognized annually with these awards since 2019. Once again, the acknowledgments underscore John Knox Village’s commitment to fostering a wellness-centered culture that benefits all residents and staff within the community.

The ICAA NuStep Pinnacle Award and Beacon Award are a joint initiative between the International Council on Active Aging (ICAA), an organization at the forefront of leading, connecting, and defining the active-aging industry, and NuStep, LLC, a prominent manufacturer of recumbent cross-trainers widely used in healthcare, senior living, and fitness.

Colin Milner, CEO, and founder of the ICAA, emphasizes the evolving importance of wellness in senior living communities. Milner states, “Wellness has evolved from being a programming option to becoming a way of life. And these communities are setting the pace for the rest of the industry to follow.”

According to Jamisyn Becker, JKV’s Director of Marketing & Innovation, “At John Knox Village, we prioritize programming that embraces wellness as its key focus to nurture physical vitality and maintain a culture of connection. By prioritizing holistic well-being, we cultivate not just healthier bodies but also stronger bonds, fostering a community where every individual thrives.”

As the older adult population continues to grow and individuals seek a better, longer life, the significance of where one chooses to live becomes increasingly essential. John Knox Village inspires the industry, leading the way with its comprehensive wellness culture.

About NuStep, LLC

Visit: https://www.nustep.com/

NuStep, LLC designs, manufactures and distributes recumbent cross-trainer exercise equipment. NuStep products empower users of all functional abilities and fitness levels to engage in exercise that builds strength, enhances independence, and improves health outcomes. NuStep sponsored the Pinnacle and Beacon Awards recognizing senior communities and centers transforming lives through whole-person wellness programming.

About the International Council on Active Aging (ICAA)

Visit: https://www.icaa.cc/

ICAA leads, connects, and defines the active-aging industry, supporting professionals in developing wellness cultures for adults over 50. The association focuses on active aging, helping older adults live life as fully as possible within all dimensions of wellness.

For more information or questions, contact:

Colin Milner, CEO, ICAA

Toll-free: 1-866-335-9777 (North America); Telephone: 604-734-4466; cell: 604-763-4595