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Tucson Place at Ventana Canyon Awarded by U.S. News for Best Assisted Living in Tucson

Assisted Living, Events, News, Senior Living / May 9, 2023

Tucson Place at Ventana | Seniors celebrating Best Assisted Living Award

Pegasus Senior Living was just awarded Best Senior Living for 10 of its communities from the U.S. News and World Report’s 2023-24 survey! That means our Pegasus community, Tucson Place at Ventana Canyon, is now a second-time award winner of Best Assisted Living. Nestled in the Catalina foothills, Tucson Place at Ventana Canyon offers the […]

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Why Families Play a Vital Role in Enhancing Seniors’ Quality of Life in Memory Care Communities

Alzheimer's, Connections Program, Dementia, Memory Care, Senior Living / April 27, 2023

Tucson Place at Ventana Canyon | Senior couple and their family | Supporting Family Caregiver

With age, memory tends to decline, and in some cases, it can develop into severe cognitive impairment such as Alzheimer’s or dementia. Suddenly, seniors find themselves in need of specialized care and attention beyond what family caregivers can provide. This step is where memory care communities come into play. They provide much-needed care and attention

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Pegasus Senior Living’s Partnership with Dementia Live®/Age-u-cate

Connections Program, Dementia, Health, Senior Living / April 24, 2023

Pegasus Senior Living | Senior woman and her caregiver

A Revolutionary Approach to Memory Care for Dementia As individuals, we all have unique experiences that shape our lives. But what if, one day, those experiences start to fade away, slipping from our grasp as we struggle to remember the simplest things? For many seniors living with Alzheimer’s or dementia, this is their reality every

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Senior Living Options in Northeast Tucson

Assisted Living, Memory Care, Senior Living / February 23, 2023

Tucson Place at Ventana Canyon | Happy senior woman in wheelchair with caregiver

When considering senior care and living options in Northeastern Tucson, it is helpful to understand the differences between assisted living and memory care communities. While both provide a supportive and caring environment, there are key differences to consider when choosing the right option for your loved one. Some senior living communities provide both levels of

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Exploring Tucson Assisted Living With A View

Assisted Living, Families, Senior Living / December 21, 2022

Tucson Place of Ventana Canyon | Senior man eating lunch while he sits with his caregiver

Tucson, AZ is full of wonderful places that back up to the breathtaking views of the mountains northeast of town. Finding assisted living in neighborhoods like Oro Valley, Ventana Canyon, or Catalina Foothills offers personalized care with incredible scenery. The Tucson area is full of care services for seniors, but how do you know what’s

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How to Create an Employee-Centric Culture in Senior Living

Senior Living / September 15, 2022

Pegasus Senior Living | Chris Hollister, the Co-Founder, and CEO at Pegasus Senior Living speaks on a podcast

Get to Know Pegasus CEO, Chris Hollister Chris Hollister is the Co-Founder and CEO of Pegasus Senior Living. He might be the only person in the world involved in senior living, international eco-tourism, and pizza. His diverse background helps him understand the needs of seniors from many different walks of life. He inspires the culture

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The Top 4 Healthy Aging Habits for Seniors

Health, Lifestyle, Senior Living / September 13, 2022

Pegasus Senior Living | Group Of Seniors Using Resistance Bands In Fitness Class

Finally, the scorching hot months of summer are coming to an end as we head into fall. While most may be focusing their attention on candy apples and pumpkins, we should also be turning our focus to the monumental month that is September and what it stands for. September is Healthy Aging Month, which seniors

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COVID-19 Booster for Omicron BA.4/BA.5: FDA Authorizes Updates

Health, Senior Living / September 12, 2022

Pegasus Senior Living | Seniors showing they got a booster shot

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued emergency use authorizations (EUAs) for updated boosters for new variants of COVID-19. These formulas of the Moderna and Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccines are recommended for individuals 12 years of age and older. The updated boosters target both the original strain of SARS-CoV-2 and omicron subvariants BA.4 and BA.5.

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How Medication Influences Alzheimer’s Personality Changes

Alzheimer's, Senior Living / August 15, 2022

Pegasus Senior Living | Senior woman talking with her caregiver while taking her medication

Pegasus Senior Living Senior VP of Health and Wellness Dr. Sandra Petersen created the Connections program for memory care. She holds qualifying certificates in family practice, psychiatric-mental health, and geriatric medicine. As a founding member of the Assisted Living Federation of America’s Nurse Action Committee, she is a nationally recognized expert in senior living care.

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