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To keep up with the latest news and information from Sunny Vista, be sure to visit the blog frequently. You will find senior living tips, Colorado Springs’ news and more.

Importance of Seniors Maintaining Their Independence

Independence means having the freedom to direct your own life. Seniors who feel in control of their lives often enjoy longer lives, better mental health, and lower rates of cognitive decline. However, health, mobility, and cognitive changes can threaten our ability to maintain our… Read More

Joselyne, recognized for her efforts to serve her community

Our very own care giver, who is committed to serving her community is now being recognized for her efforts. She recently received a Daniels Scholarship. Which is awarded to high school seniors who show leadership in the community.Joselyne Cimpaye graduated from Harrison High School. … Read More

RSV Rightsizing with Caring Transitions

The art of Right Sizing Wendy Jane along with her mother have a family-owned business: Caring Transitions East Colorado Springs.  Combined they have over 75 years of caring with a strong background in nursing, sales, and ministry.  She is a mother of three and…

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March Event: The Essentials of Downsizing

Name of Event: Essentials of Downsizing Date and Time of Event 3/29/2021 6pm Platform that you plan to use: GoTo RSVP by 3/28/21 to Chris Pogar c.pogar@sunnyvista.org and Michelle Combs m.combs@sunnyvista.org Event details: Join Shelly Busby from Caring Transitions and Chris Pogar the Sales…

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Retreat Prepares to Offer More Indoor Visit Options

We are preparing for some wonderful family reunions! Just yesterday the Center for Medicare and Medicaid (CMS) released new guidance that communities like ours should offer responsible and safe visit options regardless of vaccination status for families and residents. CMS put in place some…

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Is Home a Safe Place for Aging Parents?

  Aging in place, or living independently at home, is the option many older adults prefer. It’s understandable why many people desire to stay in the family home as long as possible – it is comfortable, familiar, and gives seniors a sense of independence….

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New Event: Meet the Team

Meet the Team and our new Executive Director at the Retreat at Sunny Vista. We will also be talking about our resident-centric philosophy and how we impact the community from each department. ​Facebook Event: https://fb.me/e/4UfeWFNCQ Date: 2/24/2021 Time: 5pm ​Location: Zoom https://asu.zoom.us/j/84626631437 RSVP to:  c.pogar@sunnyvista.org ​Deadline to…

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Sunny Vista Virtual and Facebook Live Events

Facts and Fiction of the COVID-19 vaccine Facebook Live Event ​ Now that we’ve hosted more than half a dozen vaccine clinics, we invite you to please join our clinical and operational leaders Thursday, January 14th at 10:30am MT for a Facebook Live discussion…

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Happy New Years from our family at The Retreat!!

​We had the privilege to talk with some of our residents about their thoughts and reflections on 2020. They offered us words of hope and wisdom as we enter 2021 and slowly move away from the shadow of one of the toughest years in…

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