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International Chocolate Day

November 6, 2019
— Residents at Tarpon Point enjoyed an afternoon of Chocolate Covered Stuff. Have you ever had chocolate covered strawberries? How about Chocolate covered raspberries or potato chips? Marshmallows? Resident got their hands in chocolate and enjoyed delicious treats.

Did You Know There Is More To Activities Than Bingo?

November 6, 2019
— Bingo is a very popular game here at Tarpon Point, but not everyone enjoys covering numbers all day long. Tarpon Point offers multiple activities daily. If bingo is not your thing how about gardening, karaoke, arts and crafts, baking or experiment with science. You have multiple choices for what you would like for entertainment. Mary... Read More

Employee Spotlight

November 6, 2019
— This month’s Employee Highlight is Mary H., Activities Assistant. Mary started with Tarpon January 2019. “I enjoy working with the residents on a daily basis. I love interacting with people and finding ways to help people. I thoroughly enjoy coming to work everyday.”

Success Story: Sony D.

November 6, 2019
— Mr. Sony D. came to us after suffering a stroke that left him blind. Now after a few weeks he has recovered much of his sight and function and will be returning home. “I had a good experience at Tarpon Point and the therapists are very good!” Says Mr. D.

Letter from the Administrator

November 6, 2019
— At Tarpon Point, service is a core component of our mission and we strive to surpass the expectations of residents, families, friends, and the community that we dedicatedly serve. As part of our commitment to our residents, we aim to create a hospitable, comfortable, and homey environment with an emphasis on patient-centered care to encourage... Read More

Walk to End Alzheimer’s

October 9, 2019
— Our Annual Fundraiser for the Walk to End Alzheimer’s has officially started . Every year Tarpon Point participates with hundreds of community members at Benderson Park in the World’s Largest Event to raise awareness and funds for Alzheimer’s care, support and research. Our goal this year is $4,000. Various fundraisers will be held at the... Read More

October 26th is National Pumpkin Day

October 9, 2019
— Fall is here, and we’re ready for pumpkin everything! It’s the perfect time to indulge in pumpkin bars, pies, cookies, coffee, cheesecake, pasta, roasted seeds, and oatmeal. On October 26th we celebrate our favorite spooky and silly decoration and food, the pumpkin! Is there anything pumpkins can’t do? White pumpkins are the newest fad in... Read More

Take Me Out to the Ballgame

October 9, 2019
— This past summer, Tarpon Point residents, attended their annual Tampa Bay Rays baseball game. Armed with peanuts and cracker jacks our residents invaded Tropicana Stadium to watch The Rays play the Boston Red Sox. For some it had been years since they were able to attend a game, for others, their first. Entering the stadium... Read More

Painting with a Twist

October 9, 2019
— Tarpon Point offers a wide variety of activities for social, physical and spiritual stimulation. One of our newest activities is “Painting with a Twist”. Residents are able to express themselves through a variety of strokes and colors. Painting with a Twist offers a unique experience to our residents providing an opportunity to relax, forget the... Read More

October 14 is Dessert Day: Five Simply Delicious Dessert Hacks

October 9, 2019
— There may not be a better dessert than a mouth-watering slice of pie fresh from the oven, but serving your pie with a dollop of whipped cream, or “a la mode” with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, may dress up this treat. Add a dash of creativity and a simple pie becomes a true... Read More
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