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Why Life at The Mayflower Is “Much Better – In So Many Ways!”
For lifelong volunteer, donor, and educator Susan Hamilton, community has always come first. A Central Florida resident since 1965, she has spent decades volunteering with Junior League and participating in philanthropic events with local groups like the Rosalind Club...
Heart-Healthy Recipes for Seniors: Delicious and Nutritious Meals to Love
Maintaining heart health is essential for seniors who want to enjoy an active and fulfilling lifestyle. A well-balanced diet plays a crucial role in promoting cardiovascular wellness, and incorporating heart-healthy recipes into your daily routine can make a big...
At The Mayflower, It’s All in One—And Then Some!
When Joanne “JJ” Judy started researching senior living communities, she was determined not to settle for less than a perfect fit. But while she visited one place after another, she couldn’t find anywhere that checked all the boxes on her list. All that changed when...
Community Roots: How Mayflower Residents Helped to Shape Winter Park
Amid the many highlights in Doug and Linda Metcalf’s high-flying careers, one thing has remained constant: a commitment to the community. Longtime Winter Parkers and now Mayflower residents, they’ve left their mark on Central Florida through years of advocacy and...
Top Health Resolutions for Seniors: Goals to Help You Thrive in 2025
As we welcome 2025, it’s the perfect time for seniors to focus on health and well-being. Setting achievable resolutions can help you enjoy a vibrant and fulfilling year. These practical health goals are designed to enhance your quality of life and keep you thriving....
2025: Charting a Course for Possibility
It’s often said that the new year is a time for new possibilities, and that rings especially true as we stand on the threshold of 2025. A quarter of a century into the new millennium, we can look back on a world that has advanced in ways we never imagined. From the...
The Best of 2024: The Mayflower Continues to Raise the Bar
Excellence, it’s said, is a habit – a continual process of growth, innovation, exploration, and improvement. That’s why, for more than three decades, The Mayflower at Winter Park has earned a reputation as one of the area’s finest senior living communities – and in...
Kick Off 2025 Right—Reserve Your Future at The Mayflower with Exclusive Waitlist Benefits
Retirement is a new beginning—a chance to live life on your terms with freedom, security, and a lifestyle tailored to your preferences. If you’re considering Winter Park as your retirement destination, The Mayflower at Winter Park offers an exceptional opportunity to...
A Season for Gatherings and Gratitude
In fall of 1621, life in Plymouth colony was looking up. After a grueling winter and a difficult summer, the Pilgrims had a bountiful harvest to see them through the coming cold. So, when a party of hunters brought home enough wildfowl to feed the entire community for...
In Honor of Service: The Mayflower’s Veterans
“No person was ever honored for what he received,” wrote President Calvin Coolidge. “Honor has been the reward for what he gave.” Nowhere is that truth more evident than in the service of our nation’s 17.9 million veterans—representing about 6% of American adults....
Lifelong Security at The Mayflower
Compromise is a fact of life. But at The Mayflower at Winter Park, we believe that some things should always be a part of your life plan–no ifs, ands, or buts. Things like peace of mind for your home and your health. The freedom to take life one day at a time, knowing...
How to Create a Holiday Recipe Exchange in Your Community
The holiday season is a time for gathering, sharing, and celebrating traditions—especially in senior living communities like The Mayflower at Winter Park. One festive way to bring residents together and celebrate the flavors of the season is by hosting a holiday...
One of the Nation’s Best: Newsweek Names Mayflower Health Center to America’s Best Nursing Homes 2025 List
Health. Happiness. Peace of mind. At The Mayflower, we believe in creating an environment where residents can enjoy life at their own pace, without worries – and nowhere is that more apparent than our award-winning on-campus healthcare. Newsweek magazine recently...
The Mayflower at Winter Park Offers Lifelong Learning Classes
Growth. Curiosity. Exploring what’s beyond the horizon. Learning is one of the great joys of life at any age – and, experts say, it’s closely linked to successful aging. So is curiosity itself. A skill that psychologists call “openness to experience” – asking...
Financial Planning Tips for Seniors
As we age, financial planning becomes increasingly important to ensure a secure and comfortable retirement. Whether you're nearing retirement or already enjoying your golden years, it's never too late to take control of your finances. Here are some essential financial...
Why It Pays to Keep Learning – At Any Age
Did you look forward to going to school when you were a kid? Or did you count down the minutes until recess? When we’re young, formal education is part of day-to-day life, but as we get older and embark on careers, start families, and become involved in the community,...
Active at Any Age: How The Mayflower Supports Lifelong Health
Despite the well-known connection between fitness and lifelong health – especially as we age – the research shows that today’s adults are moving less, not more. An estimated 40% of Americans over the age of 75 are entirely inactive – and just 20% of all adults meet...
The Benefits of Birdwatching for Seniors
Birdwatching, often considered a tranquil and enriching hobby, offers numerous benefits, particularly for seniors. This engaging activity not only provides a delightful way to connect with nature but also offers a variety of physical, mental, and social advantages...
A Taste of the Best: Mayflower Dining Team Wins Innovation Award
Even as the world of “senior living dining” becomes more inventive, it’s another thing to be truly innovative. But with Elvis Burrows (Director of Dining Services) and Patrick Tramontana (Executive Chef) at the culinary helm, The Mayflower at Winter Park is...
Step to It! Dancing for Fun and Fitness at The Mayflower
Music and movement is a pairing as old as history itself: From the choral dances of Ancient Greece to the rise of modern styles like jazz, tap, and contemporary ballet, humans have been drawn to dance as a social activity and creative outlet – and today, it remains a...