Cypress Village

06/12/2026

This week, we’re proud to recognize our amazing Certified Nursing Assistants for their dedication, compassion, and everyday impact.

Thank you for the care and support you provide to our residents and their families—please join us in giving a CNA a shoutout in the comments!

06/11/2026

🌺 Aloha from Cypress Village! 🌴

Residents enjoyed an island-inspired afternoon at our annual Luau at the Boathouse, complete with pulled pork, BBQ chicken, pineapple upside-down cake, and all the Hawaiian favorites. 🍍🍗

The entertainment stole the show with beautiful hula performances and an incredible fire dancer that brought plenty of excitement to the waterfront. 🔥💃

Good food, great company, and a little taste of the islands made for a memorable day at Cypress Village. 🤙🌺

06/09/2026

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06/06/2026

🍩 Happy National Donut Day from Northern Pines! 🍩

Our residents celebrated the sweetest holiday of the year with delicious donuts, great company, and plenty of smiles. From classic favorites to colorful treats, everyone enjoyed gathering together for a fun-filled celebration.

06/05/2026

UNF Day at Cypress Village celebrated a growing partnership with the University of North Florida 🎓✨

Residents, employees, students, faculty, and university leaders came together for the second annual event, highlighting the many ways this collaboration continues to enrich lives across Cypress Village and the greater Jacksonville community.

Throughout the afternoon, attendees heard from Executive Director Ty Morgan, Dr. Mei Zhao (Dean of the Brooks College of Health), Dr. Shyam Paryani (Director of the Lifestyle Management Program and Community Engagement), UNF Admissions Representative Keith Bradshaw, Assistant Head Basketball Coach Zach Freesman, and UNF President Dr. Angela Garcia Falconetti—sharing opportunities in lifelong learning, wellness, athletics, arts, academics, and future collaboration.

A deeply meaningful moment came when President Falconetti recognized Cypress Village resident Dr. Ellie Schreier, Professor Emerita at UNF, reflecting on the lasting impact of her mentorship during her own time as a student. Her influence served as a powerful reminder of the legacy of educators and the lives they continue to shape.

More than anything, the day reflected connection. A partnership that has become truly reciprocal—where residents gain access to university programs and resources, and UNF students and faculty gain wisdom, perspective, and lived experience from the Cypress Village community.

The launch of the Cypress Village–UNF Lifestyle Enrichment Series added to the excitement, bringing monthly university-level learning directly to campus. Topics will include brain health, financial wellness, nutrition, purposeful living, fall prevention, and the arts.

The series begins in July with “America’s 250th Celebration: What’s Next?” as the community looks ahead to this historic milestone.

UNF Day wasn’t just a celebration of what’s been built—it was a glimpse of what’s still to come 🌿📚

06/05/2026

Safety is no accident! 🚦🦺

Today’s Safety Fun Cart made its way around the community, bringing smiles, treats, and a few important reminders along the way. A big shoutout to our amazing Team for everything they do to help keep Cypress Village clean, safe, and welcoming every day.

Thank you for all your hard work and for making a difference behind the scenes and beyond! 💙

06/03/2026

Sleep plays a powerful role in how we feel, think, and thrive as we age. Join us for an educational webinar exploring how sleep impacts overall well‑being in older adulthood. ​​Featuring Dr. Brienne Miner, an assistant professor at the Yale School of Medicine and a specialist in geriatric and sleep medicine, this session will highlight simple habits and practical strategies to support better rest—without adding more medications.​​

Getting Your Vitamin Zzzs​
Thursday, June 18,​1:00–2:00 PM CDT
Live Webinar​​Reserve your seat and discover how small changes can make a meaningful difference.​​

👉 https://nuvi.me/rng33t

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06/01/2026

💙Residents often share that it’s the connections, support, and care from both neighbors and team members that make everyday life so meaningful. From friendly hellos to moments of encouragement, it’s the people who truly make a community feel like home.

When residents are at the center, and hospitality leads the way, experiences like this happen naturally.

06/01/2026

June is Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness Month! Join our community in partnering with the Alzheimer’s Association as we wear purple, raise awareness, and stand together for this important cause. Learn how you can get involved and help make a difference.

Alzheimer's Association national site – get information on Alzheimer's disease and dementia symptoms, causes, treatment and care. Join the fight to end ALZ.

05/28/2026

✨ A taste of what’s to come at Lakeside Lunch ✨

This week, we hosted our exclusive soft openings by invite only — and the invites came with a golden ticket personally handed out by our servers to residents they selected themselves. 💛

One of the most special parts of this experience was empowering our team to choose who they felt would enjoy and appreciate this first look at our newest dining concept. From meaningful conversations to honest feedback on our dishes, it’s been incredible to watch this vision come to life together.

Over the next week, we’ll continue training and welcoming our Resident Advisory Council and committee members to dine with us as we fine-tune the experience ahead of our public resident opening on June 8!

As part of our Life+ initiative, Lakeside Lunch focuses on fresh, Blue Zones-inspired options designed to nourish both body and community. Guests enjoyed specialty infused waters at every table alongside menu favorites like:
🥗 Buddha Bowls
🍚 Korean Rice Bowls
🥪 Chicken Bahn Mi Sandwiches
🌱 Avocado & Black Bean Burritos
🐟 Salmon Niçoise Salad
…and fresh house-made sides packed with flavor and nutrition.

We can’t wait to share this new experience with the entire Cypress Village community soon! 🌿