senior downsizing into a retirement community

Downsizing—Tips to Declutter and Simplify

Tips for Downsizing Before You Move to a Retirement Community. Contact us to learn more about Jacaranda Trace! Are you or a loved one planning a move to a senior living retirement community? If so, you’re not alone. Nearly 50% of all baby boomers and older adults are downsizing—realizing that less can actually be more. …   Read More

8 Tips for Healthy Aging

Aging with grace means more than keeping gray hair and wrinkles at bay. How “old” we look, and act are very closely linked to how well we feel. The good news is we have more control over feeling good and, therefore, aging more gracefully than we may think.  There are various ways to maintain healthy…   Read More

Jacaranda Trace Begins Expansion and Improvement Planning

Convivial Life, a Venice-based not-for-profit corporation, has officially announced the beginning of its expansion and improvement planning process at Jacaranda Trace in Venice, FL. Convivial acquired Jacaranda Trace in late June 2022 by purchasing 240 condominium apartments and villas, an 85,000+ square foot clubhouse, and 55 assisting living residences, including Cadbury Park, a beautifully-designed neighborhood…   Read More

Best Nature Trails and Parks in Venice, Florida

When people think of Venice, Florida, they often have the first thought of beaches: long beautiful white sand beaches that stretch along the Gulf Coast as far as the eye can see. Though the beaches in Venice are definitely spectacular, this city in south Florida has a well-kept secret: several gorgeous nature trails and parks that appeal to…   Read More