Neal’s Grand Palm among PCR Top Communities
Grand Palm by Neal Communities was listed as one of the 2024 PCR Top Communities by Private Communities Registry, LLC. The listing recognizes the most popular master-planned lifestyle communities in each state.
The winners are chosen based on locations, amenities and lifestyle preferences that appeal to a wide range of buyers, such as active adults, retirees and families.
Grand Palm, in Venice, is known for its lush tree canopy of ancient oaks, sabal palms and more. Throughout the design, Neal Communities worked to preserve the natural environment as much as possible.
An estimated 33% of Grand Palm is open space with nine miles of interconnected wildlife corridors and a 32-acre lake. Encompassing approximately 1,000 acres and loaded with walking and bicycle trails, Grand Palm is a nature-focused and pedestrian-friendly community that includes resort-style amenities, community parks and conservation areas.
Homeowners have access to a private clubhouse and recreation center with two swimming pools; basketball, tennis, bocce ball, pickleball and volleyball courts; an activity field suitable for playing baseball or kickball; and a fully equipped fitness room.
There are also playgrounds, foursquare courts, a children’s splash park and a social club with an additional pool. There are two dog parks within Grand Palm’s eight acres of park area.
PCR determines its Top Communities based on a range of data that combines user engagement, page visits and information requests from the previous year. PCR surveys visitors on their website to discover the behavior, motivations and financial situations of those looking to buy or rent in a masterplanned community.
According to this year’s survey, 85% of respondents cited “active lifestyle amenities” as the reason they want to live in a community. They specifically selected walking/biking trails (73%), swimming pools (72%) and fitness centers (71%) as their most-preferred community amenities.
Buyers interested in Grand Palm may choose from a selection of single-family homes and villas ranging from 1,632 to 2,908 square feet and two to four bedrooms, two to three bathrooms and twoto three-car garages.
For more information about Grand Palm, visit www.nealcommunities.com/new-homes/grand-palm/. For more information about Neal Communities, visit NealCommunities.com.
Apply soon for Leadership Sarasota
Leadership Sarasota, a program of the Greater Sarasota Chamber of Commerce, is seeking applications for the Adult and Youth Leadership Classes of 2025.
Deadlines to apply are May 1 for adults and June 1 for youths.
Adult Leadership Sarasota is a 10month program, tailored to identifying and inspiring future and current community leaders.
Through in-depth views of the community, participants will gain unique exposure to Sarasota’s issues and key players while broadening their network with diverse leaders from multiple organizations.
The adult program will run from Sept. 4, 2024, to May 15, 2025.
The Youth Leadership Sarasota program is seeking applications from rising high school juniors and seniors.
The youth program is a nine-month, hands-on experience, that allows students to explore career possibilities within our community. The program is designed to give young people the knowledge, tools and contacts to become successful leaders.
Participants will be immersed in Sarasota’s businesses, organizations and every aspect of the community.
All applications are available online at https://www.sarasotachamber.com/ leadership.html.
For more information, please contact Pete Bartosik at pbartosik@sarasotachamber.com or 941-556-4039.
Students to learn about roofing
Riverview High School Construction Academy students will visit Sutter Roofing, in Sarasota, on Friday for a day dedicated to learning about the varied career opportunities available in the roofing sector.
The event will feature hands-on training sessions, live demonstrations, a tour of the facilities and insights into various roles such as estimating, operations and metal shop work.
This initiative is part of Sutter Roofing’s commitment to educating the community about the roofing industry and fostering interest among young people in roofing as a professional career path.
Doug Sutter, president of Sutter Roofing and the company’s fourth-generation leader, will speak to students.
Wi-Fi Congress is April 22-24
The Wi-Fi World Congress and Expo Event North America will be held April 22-24 in Sarasota with more than 500 Wi-Fi leaders expected to attend.
Taking place in Florida for the first time, the WWC brings together industry experts, entrepreneurs, innovators and professionals from across the global WiFi industry.
Topics being tackled include: internet accessibility and affordability; WiFi as a socioeconomic imperative in all countries; the future of connectivity with Wi-Fi; and creating exceptional Wi-Fi experiences for homes and businesses ,including spaces like offices, hotels, arenas and stadiums.
Floridian Wi-Fi technology vendors and service providers speaking at the event include GoZone WiFi, Boca Raton-based Dojo Networks Founder Dan Myers and Frontier Communications.
The location is the Westin Sarasota, 100 Marina View Dr.
Venice Spirit Award goes to farmers market
The Venice Farmers Market is the latest recipient of the Venice Spirit Award, which recognizes an individual, couple, business or nonprofit making a meaningful contribution to the health and vitality of area residents.
Randy Moore, the publisher of South County Healthy Living, made the announcement. The market is held every Saturday morning on Venice Island.
Previous winners of the award: Mission Organic Café & Coffee, Restorative Medical Center, Island Bookshop, Big Bam Bikes, Aspire Direct Primary Care, Venice Urban Forest and Venice Island Gallery.
Hospitals win for stroke care
HCA Healthcare West Florida Division hospitals received Get With The Guidelines-Stroke quality achievement awards for their commitment to ensuring stroke patients receive the most appropriate treatment according to nationally recognized, research-based guidelines.
The awards were presented by the American Heart Association at the 2024 Quality Achievement Awards Dinner on Feb. 8.
Stroke is the No. 5 cause of death and a leading cause of disability in the U.S. A stroke occurs when a blood vessel that carries oxygen and nutrients to the brain is either blocked by a clot or bursts. When that happens, part of the brain cannot get the blood and oxygen it needs, so brain cells die.
Early stroke detection and treatment are key to improving survival, minimizing disability and accelerating recovery times.
Get With The Guidelines − Stroke is an in-hospital program for improving stroke care by promoting consistent adherence to these guidelines, which can minimize the long-term effects of a stroke and even prevent death.
HCA Healthcare West Florida Division Hospitals earning 2024 Get With The Guidelines awards include HCA Florida Blake Hospital, Bradenton; HCA Florida Englewood Hospital; HCA Florida Fawcett Hospital, Port Charlotte; and HCA Florida Sarasota Doctors Hospital.
Celebrating robotic surgeries
HCA Florida Englewood Hospital has celebrated performing 1,000 robotic surgeries, a milestone in the hospital’s use of advanced surgical methods.
Robotic-assisted surgery is a minimally invasive approach that can be the most effective option for specific procedures.
Surgeons use special instruments that bend and rotate further than the human hand, a tiny camera and 3D high-definition vision system that helps guide surgeons and provides a magnified view, resulting in enhanced vision, precision and control.
Other potential benefits to patients include: Smaller incisions/scars, less post-procedure pain with decreased narcotics required, decreased risk of infection, early return of bowel function and enhanced visualization with the use of 3D technology.
To learn more about robotic-assisted surgery at HCA Florida Englewood Hospital or to find a physician, visit HCAFlo ridaHealthcare.com.