Advent Christian Village Resource Center

Stay Fit and Safe with Low-Impact Exercise

Even here in Florida, it’s a wet and chilly time of year. Good thing there are plenty of ways to stay on top of your fitness goals while still being gentle on your joints. Exercise has great health benefits such as improving your physical fitness, but it can also improve your mental health, social engagement, cognitive function and reduce the risk of falls.

ACV Honors Staff Members Who Reached A In Milestone Service

Typically, Advent Christian Village honors staff members at a bi-annual "Service Awards Luncheon." Staff members are honored every 5 years as they continue to serve the residents of ACV. Though we were not able to host those who met this milestone for a face-to-face gathering, it is still significant to show our appreciation for the dedication and compassion they show our members each and every da

Tips for Celebrating Safely with Older Family Members this Holiday Season

It’s the holiday season. The time for gathering with family, passing down beloved traditions and creating new ones together. Like everything else, however, the holidays will look a little different for 2020. The COVID-19 pandemic requires all of us to stop and examine our holiday plans to determine whether we will be putting others, particularly older family members, at risk.

How to Help Your Loved One Beat the “Holiday Blues” During A Global Pandemic

The Christmas season can be a joyous time for families as they begin to plan gatherings, continue holiday traditions, and prepare to feast on their favorite seasonal dishes. For elders, the “Holiday Blues” can cloud the Christmas spirit during a “normal” year, much less during a global pandemic. Feelings of isolation and thoughts of lost loved ones or times of the past can be a dark cloud