Chronic Disease Care in Florida: Know the Facts

In Florida, chronic diseases — and caring for people living with these conditions — is a major issue affecting the state’s economy and health care system.
The Neuroscience Behind Musical Memory

Again and again, research has shown that musical therapy is a powerful treatment option for people living with Alzheimer’s disease and dementia.
Curbing Lung Cancer in Florida

Last year, officials estimated more than 18,700 Floridians would be diagnosed with lung cancer. Here are the American Lung Association’s recommendations for how the state can help protect its residents from this deadly and costly disease.
Preventing Elder Fraud in Florida

Every year, millions of seniors are victims of elder fraud. Here’s what’s being done to protect Florida seniors from scammers, plus tips on how to recognize a potential con.
Can You Afford Assisted Living?

When it comes to paying for long-term care, you have options. Most Americans use a combination of personal savings and these seven resources to finance assisted living:
Music as Medicine for Dementia and Alzheimer’s

Musical therapy has multiple benefits for those living with dementia and Alzheimer’s. Learn how some Florida assisted living memory care communities are using this low-cost, non-pharmacological form of treatment to help improve their residents’ quality of life.
Sonata Senior Living Nurse Awarded Employee of the Year
Lorrie Kovac, RN, BSN, Sonata Senior Living’s Regional Director of Wellness and Resident Care was awarded ‘Employee of the Year’ by Florida Senior Living Association.
Food for Thought: How Nutrition Affects Memory Care

The food, brain connection can have a powerful impact on quality of life for those with Alzheimer’s. See how.
How Music Strikes a Chord in Those with Alzheimer’s
In the case of those with Alzheimer’s disease and dementia, music has the unique ability to connect when nothing else can in memory care communities.
Live It Up for Senior Wellness
Senior wellness goes way beyond physical health; there are actually six other dimensions. See why they’re ALL important and how our proprietary program helps you Live it Up! to truly age well.