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SAVE UP TO $20,000

Hit PAUSE on whatever you’re doing right now and consider this: by signing up for one of our move-in-ready apartments or cottages, you’ll receive a credit of up to $20,000. Seriously. Up to $20,000. And don’t let this sit. The sooner you act, the sooner you could be enjoying the… Read More

Read this Week’s Village Weekly!

Curious about what is going on at John Knox Village of Central Florida next week? Download this week’s issue of the Village Weekly! The Village Weekly is published each Friday and distributed to residents by a dedicated team of volunteers that deliver the publication door to door. Click on the… Read More

Top 3 Benefits of Moving Into a Life Plan Community

Retirement isn’t just the next phase of life after your professional career—it’s an opportunity to redefine your lifestyle. After years of hard work, it’s important to think about how you want to spend your time. You finally have the freedom to pursue bucket list adventures, invest in hobbies, and enjoy… Read More

Downsizing Tips for Seniors

If you’re thinking about downsizing and moving to a senior apartment or retirement community in Central Florida or the Orange City area, you’re probably facing the question: What do I do with all my stuff? The prospect of downsizing can be overwhelming for seniors. In fact, even though 60% of… Read More

Blue Sky Birthday for Glendine

Article and photos by Shannon Finley January 2 could not have been a better day to celebrate a birthday, let alone a milestone birthday. Clear blue skies provided the perfect backdrop to watch Oak View Suites Assisted Living resident, Glendine Hamilton, make her fourth life-time jump. Hamilton, a resident of… Read More

Inside The Studio

By Candace DeGiovine The much-anticipated opening of “The Studio” did not disappoint when the grand opening was held in December. The Studio was collaboratively put together by a committee comprised of both residents and staff. The group diligently worked on completing the room by preparing, cleaning, painting, and even reupholstering… Read More

The Land Around Us:

Ormond Memorial Art Museum & Gardens By Louise Caccamise and Photos by Shannon Finley The Ormond Memorial Art Museum & Gardens date to 1946, when a dedication ceremony was held on December 29. That date represented the culmination of much planning at a time when World War II was just… Read More

Love Your Heart: Four Ways to Celebrate Cardiovascular Month Every Day

Did you know that more than one in three U.S. adults suffer from some form of cardiovascular disease? That’s 83.6+ million adults, according to the American Heart Association! Tragically, around 659,000 of those people succumb to cardiovascular disease every year, making it the leading cause of death in our country. Read More

Best Skilled Nursing Service in Florida: Newsweek Ranks Majestic Oaks # 1

In a state with 691 licensed nursing homes, Majestic Oaks at John Knox Village of Central Florida stands apart as the #1 skilled nursing service, but also as one of the best Life Plan Communities. Recognized on Newsweek’s list of Best Nursing Homes in 2024, this achievement reflects our unwavering… Read More

Our dining is a haven for residents, where they’re “Cravin’ for Ravin!”

Everyone knows that a favorite dining spot can be a welcoming haven. Now imagine living where there are five favorite dining spots! That’s the dining experience at John Knox Village of Central Florida, where Executive Chef Ravin Bissoonduit oversees the creation of everything from magnificently plated masterpieces to down-to-earth comfort… Read More

Right Time to Move to John Knox Village?

If you have been thinking about relocating to John Knox Village of Central Florida, now is the time to schedule a tour.   Entry Fees in many Continuing Care Retirement Communities/Life Plan Communities like John Knox Village of Central Florida, are scheduled to go up on January 1, 2024. Read More

Two Feet, Four Feet, One Community: Residents’ Pets Are Welcome!

John Knox Village of Central Florida is as firmly committed to welcoming our residents’ pets as we are to the residents themselves. Why? Companionship and healthy aging! Read More