On The Boulevard
JANUARY 2026
It is my pleasure to announce that The Marbella has appointed Casey Cook as our new Dining Room Manager. Casey joins us with a distinguished record of leadership in hospitality, private club operations, and high-volume food and beverage management. Her background, professionalism, and commitment to service excellence make her a natural fit for our community, and we are delighted to welcome her to The Marbella team.
Casey brings more than two decades of progressively senior management experience across premier clubs, luxury communities, and well-known dining establishments. Most recently, she served as Restaurant Manager for a local steakhouse here in Naples, where she co-managed a $4 million food and beverage operation and supervised more than 70 employees. Her responsibilities included hiring, onboarding, and developing front-of-house teams; overseeing operational standards; and ensuring consistent service delivery in a very high-volume environment. Her hands-on leadership style and her ability to build motivated, well-aligned service teams will directly support our continued focus on quality dining experiences at The Marbella.
Prior to that role, Casey served as Food and Beverage Director at Bear’s Paw Country Club
and as Clubhouse Manager at Bay Colony Golf Club, two respected Naples institutions known for excellence in member dining and social programming. In these positions, she led all dining room operations, managed multi-million-dollar operating and capital budgets, and oversaw execution of special events, holiday celebrations, and banquet services. She also collaborated closely with social and house committees, as well as the Lifestyle Coordinator, and developed full seasonal social calendars and dining menus in partnership with culinary teams. Many of the systems she implemented—such as improved onboarding processes, financial controls, and enhanced event communications—remain in place today.
Casey’s experience extends beyond Southwest Florida. Early in her career, she spent eight years at Cherokee Town and Country Club in Atlanta, one of the nation’s premier private clubs. As Director of Private Dining and Special Events, she managed a dual-facility club with 17 event spaces and a $4.5 million budget. She orchestrated corporate, social, and private events of all sizes, including largescale galas and weddings, and worked closely with organizations such as Coca-Cola, KPMG, and Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta. Her work earned her the Sam Hatch Award in 2008 for exceptional
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Introducing Our New Dining Room Manager: Casey Cook
Kickstart The New Year
As we enter a brand-new year, there’s no better time to focus on your health, energy, and overall well-being. One of the most effective ways to feel your best in 2026 is by establishing a consistent exercise routine—something simple, enjoyable, and tailored to your needs. Creating a routine isn’t about doing more; it’s about doing what matters most regularly. Even small amounts of consistent movement can lead to meaningful improvements in balance, strength, mobility, and confidence.
For older adults, this consistency is critical. It keeps joints healthy, supports independence, and helps maintain the endurance needed for everyday activities like walking, climbing stairs, and keeping up with grandchildren.
A well-structured routine also promotes mental health. Exercise has been shown to improve mood, reduce stress, and enhance sleep—three pillars of a vibrant, fulfilling lifestyle. And perhaps the most overlooked benefit is accountability: when you carve out specific times for movement, it becomes easier to stay motivated and look forward to each session.
As you begin the new year, consider setting one or two small, realistic goals—such as walking three days a week, attending a group fitness class, or doing light strength exercises in your apartment. These simple steps, when repeated, create lasting change. Let’s make this year one focused on strength, renewal, and taking confident steps toward better health—one routine at a time.
Andrew Sokolowski Founder & CEO at LiveWell Health
239.689.9605 andrew@livewellhealthmanagement.com livewellhealthmanagement.com
Investing
As you grow older, staying active, independent, and connected becomes a more conscious priority than ever—and that’s where physical, occupational, and speech therapy can make a real difference in your quality of life.
Physical therapy helps you stay strong, steady, and mobile so you can keep doing the things you love with confidence. Whether it’s walking safely, getting up from a chair at church or your favorite restaurant, or enjoying a stroll with friends, your therapist will guide you through personalized exercises that improve balance, flexibility, and endurance, helping you prevent falls and maintain your freedom.
Occupational therapy focuses on making everyday tasks easier and safer—like dressing, bathing, cooking, or managing your home. Your occupational therapist can suggest simple adjustments and adaptive tools that let you stay independent and comfortable in your daily routine.
Speech therapy can also play a vital role in keeping you connected. If you’ve noticed changes in your speech, memory, or swallowing, a speech therapist can help you strengthen your communication skills and make eating safer and more enjoyable. Being able to express yourself clearly and share conversations with loved ones boosts your confidence and reduces feelings of isolation.
Together, these therapies don’t just address physical challenges—they help you stay engaged, positive, and self-reliant. By participating in treatment, you’re investing in your health, your independence, and your happiness. With the proper support, you can continue to live life on your terms—stronger, safer, and more connected to the world around you. So whether you’re looking to recover from a recent hospitalization, an elective surgical procedure, or improve the current state of your health, start your new year strong and see us downstairs at the PT room located in The Cove’s small gym.
Julio Diaz, DPT
Balanced Body Therapies
239.850.8625
drphysicalt@gmail.com balancedbodytherapies.com
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performance. Her deep foundation in private club culture will be a tremendous asset to our community.
Throughout her career, Casey has demonstrated a commitment to service excellence, operational discipline, and team development. She is highly proficient with the systems commonly used in club and dining operations and has extensive experience with budgeting, forecasting, menu development, event planning, and residentmember communications. Above all, she is known for building positive rapport with residents, members, guests, and staff at every level.
Casey holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Hospitality Management from the University of Alabama, with concentrations in restaurant, meetings, and convention management. She
is also certified in responsible alcohol service, crowd management, and food safety, and has been an active member of professional hospitality organizations throughout her career.
Please join me in extending a warm Marbella welcome to Casey (casey.cook@guestservices.com, 239.293.2304). She looks forward to meeting each of you and continuing our tradition of exceptional dining experiences.
We are confident she will be an outstanding addition to our community and an excellent leader for our dining program.
Sincerely,
Ethan D. Loschiavo Managing Director 239.593.2313
ethan.loschiavo@guestservices.com
THE MORE YOU KNOW
Management Contact Information
• Ethan Loschiavo: 239.593.2313
CAM Managing Director
• Michelle Woodman: 239.593.2311
CAM General Manager
• Rob Dieckmann: 239.593.2312
Maintenance & Project Manager
BuildingLink & Hotwire Assistance
For BuildingLink questions, please stop by the Front Desk or the Executive Office, or call 877.501.7117. Please call Hotwire's 24-hour customer service line at 800.355.5668 or email pelicanbay@hotwiremail.com for tech support.
Dining Room Reservations & Dress Code
Please make dining room reservations before 10:00 AM for lunch and before 2:00 PM for dinner. Lunch seating is 11:30 AM to 1:30 PM in the Madeira and Valencia rooms (casual attire for lunch). The dining room closes at 2:00 PM.
Dinner seating is 5:30 to 8:00 PM. Reservations are required at all dining rooms for lunch and dinner to ensure the best possible service. Please call 239.593.2331.
Effective October 1 through May 1, jackets are required in the Napoli room. Jackets are optional in the Valencia room. Please note that long-sleeve dress collar shirts are required for gentlemen in both rooms. The Madeira room will continue to be casual attire.
JANUARY 2026
Liz Black offers a variety of massages, facials, spa services and manis/pedis daily (Monday-Friday). Call 239.273.6043 to make an appointment. (License #MA16149)
The Beauty Salon is open Wednesday and Thursday by appointment only (with Roberta) for all things hair. Call 239.248.1702 to make an appointment.
11:00 AM Chair Yoga/Cove
2:00 PM Dominoes/Cove
3:30 PM Chat Bridge/Venetian
3:45 PM Bridge/Cove
4:00 PM Blackjack/Barcelona
5:00 PM Happy Hour/Barcelona
LAB (8:30-9:30 AM; $15) 1:00 PM Mahjong/Venetian
2:00 PM Water Aerobics/Pool
3:00 PM Scrabble/Cove 5:00 PM Sip & Supper/Barcelona
Taco Tuesday (Lunch & Dinner)
DOCTORS
Dr. Khan Concierge/General 239.304.8902
Dr. Cibula Podiatrist 239.261.6672
11:30 AM Brunch
11:00 AM Chair Yoga/Cove
2:00 PM Dominoes/Cove 13
1:00 PM Scrabble/Cove
3:30 PM Chat Bridge/Venetian
3:45 PM Bridge/Cove
11:30 AM Brunch
18
5:00 PM Happy Hour/Barcelona 11
Beauty Salon (By 11:00 AM Chair Yoga/Cove 11:00 AM Golden 1:00 PM Checkers/Cove 4:00 PM Bocce/West 5:00 PM Happy Hour/Barcelona 12
Dr. Khan (By Appointment) 11:00 AM Hodges Open House/ Grand Salon
1:00 PM Mahjong/Venetian
2:00 PM Laura Leary/Cove
2:00 PM Water Aerobics/Pool 5:00 PM Sip & Supper/Barcelona
Taco Tuesday (Lunch & Dinner)
1:00 PM Scrabble/Cove 20
11:00 AM Chair Yoga/Cove 1:30 PM Ice Cream Social/ Grand Salon
2:00 PM Yahtzee/Cove
3:30 PM Chat Bridge/Venetian
3:45 PM Bridge/Cove
5:00 PM Happy Hour/Barcelona 25
Taco Tuesday (Lunch & Dinner) Beauty Salon (By 11:00 AM Chair Yoga/Cove 2:00 PM Jigsaw Puzzles/Cove 2:30 PM F&B Meeting/Library 4:00 PM Poker Night/Cove 5:00 PM Happy Hour/Barcelona 19
LAB (8:30-9:30 AM; $15) 1:00 PM Mahjong/Venetian
2:00 PM Water Aerobics/Pool
3:00 PM Checkers/Cove 5:00 PM Sip & Supper/Barcelona
11:30 AM Brunch
2:00 PM Yahtzee/Cove 27
11:00 AM Chair Yoga/Cove
1:00 PM Checkers/Cove
3:30 PM Chat Bridge/Venetian
3:45 PM Bridge/Cove
5:00 PM Happy Hour/Barcelona
Dr. Khan (By Appointment) 1:00 PM Mahjong/Venetian
2:00 PM Water Aerobics/Pool
3:00 PM Jigsaw Puzzles/Cove 5:00 PM Sip & Supper/Barcelona
Taco Tuesday (Lunch & Dinner)
Beauty Salon (By 11:00 AM Chair Yoga/Cove 11:00 AM Golden 1:00 PM UNO/Cove 5:00 PM Happy Hour/Barcelona 5:00 PM Trivia Night/Barcelona
DOCTORS
Khan
Concierge/General
239.304.8902
Cibula Podiatrist
239.261.6672
Meeting/Library
1:00 PM Yahtzee/Cove
5:00 PM Happy Hour/Barcelona
1:00 PM Jigsaw Puzzles/Cove 2:00 PM Water Aerobics/Pool 1
11:00 AM Chair Yoga/Cove 1:00 PM Checkers/Cove 5:00 PM Happy Hour/Barcelona
Pork & Sauerkraut Night
New Year's Day
5:00 PM Social Hour with Wendell Ray/Barcelona 7 Appointment)
Yoga/Cove Yahtzee/Cove Night/Barcelona Hour/Barcelona
Beauty Salon (By Appointment)
1:00 PM Checkers/Cove
2:00 PM Water Aerobics/Pool
14
Appointment)
Yoga/Cove
Golden PAWS/Cove Checkers/Cove
Bocce/West Deck Hour/Barcelona
Beauty Salon (By Appointment)
12:00 PM Fellowship with Father Joe/Library
1:00 PM Jigsaw Puzzles/Cove
2:00 PM Water Aerobics/Pool
5:00 PM Birthday Social with Gary Kearns /Barcelona
Appointment) Yoga/Cove Puzzles/Cove Meeting/Library Night/Cove Hour/Barcelona
Appointment)
Yoga/Cove
Golden PAWS/Cove
Fish Fry & Lobster Night
1:00 PM UNO/Cove 2:00 PM Water Aerobics/Pool 8
Dr. Cibula (By Appointment) 11:00 AM Chair Yoga/Cove 2:00 PM Jigsaw Puzzles/Cove 5:00 PM Happy Hour/Barcelona
Fish Fry & Lobster Night
8:00 AM Car Wash/Garage 1:00 PM Dominoes/Cove 2:00 PM Water Aerobics/Pool Steak Night 15
11:00 AM Chair Yoga/Cove
12:00 PM Book Club/Dining Room
1:00 PM UNO/Cove
5:00 PM Bingo/Cove
5:00 PM Happy Hour/Barcelona
Beauty Salon (By Appointment)
1:00 PM UNO/Cove
5:00 PM Happy Hour/Barcelona 21
2:00 PM Water Aerobics/Pool
Fish Fry & Lobster Night 28
Beauty Salon (By Appointment)
1:00 PM Dominoes/Cove
2:00 PM Water Aerobics/Pool
1:00 PM Scrabble/Cove 2:00 PM Water Aerobics/Pool 22
11:00 AM Chair Yoga/Cove 2:00 PM Dominoes/Cove 5:00 PM Happy Hour/Barcelona
Fish Fry & Lobster Night
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UNO/Cove Hour/Barcelona Night/Barcelona
5:00 PM Social Hour with Marly Johnson /Barcelona
11:00 AM Chair Yoga/Cove 1:00 PM Scrabble/Cove 5:00 PM Happy Hour/Barcelona
Fish Fry & Lobster Night 31
1:00 PM Yahtzee/Cove 2:00 PM Water Aerobics/Pool
Chef's Table
JANUARY ACTIVITIES
Chair Yoga
Every Monday, Wednesday & Friday
11:00 AM
Cove Solarium
Perform yoga poses while seated or using a chair. RSVP in the mail room.
Bridge
Every Monday 3:45 PM
The Cove
Join us for cards followed by dinner—it’s fun and only costs $1. Meet at 3:30 PM for a quick refresher or intro to the game in the Venetian Room.
RSVP in the mail room, or call Roberta at 239.564.1457.
Water Aerobics
Every Tuesday, Thursday & Saturday
2:00 PM Pool
Water aerobics offers a low-impact workout, blending cardiovascular exercise with the resistance of water.
Blackjack
Monday, January 5
4:00 PM-6:00 PM
Barcelona Room
All experience levels welcome.
Bring quarters! RSVP in the mail room.
Social Hour
Thursday, January 8
Wendell Ray Thursday, January 15
Birthday Social with Rockin' Piano Man Gary Kearns
Thursday, January 29
Marly Johnson
5:00 PM
Barcelona Room RSVP in the mail room.
PLEASE RSVP
If you plan on attending an event or fitness class, it is essential that you RSVP in the mail room. Thank you!
Hodges Open House
Tuesday, January 13
11:00 AM-1:00 PM
Grand Salon
Hodges Funeral Home presents an informative and welcoming environment to discuss pre-planning options for peace of mind.
Violinist Laura Leary
Tuesday, January 13
2:00 PM
The Cove
Laura will play her violin while strolling from room to room in The Cove. She is a master of all music. Make a song request or join a singalong.
Bocce Ball
Wednesday, January 14
4:00 PM
West Deck
Join us for a casual evening as friends learn, play, and observe bocce. RSVP in the mail room, whether you are playing or observing/cheering. If dining with us afterward, please call the dining room.
Fellowship with Father Joe Thursday, January 15
12:00 PM
Library
Join Father Joe Maiocco for a short meeting and prayer followed by lunch in dining room. Open to all faiths. RSVP in the mail room.
Friday, January 16 5:00 PM
The Cove
Buy one card for $10 or three cards for $20. $1 and $5 bills appreciated. RSVP in the mail room.
Poker Night
Wednesday, January 21 4:00 PM-6:00 PM
The Cove RSVP in the mail room.
Trivia Night
Wednesday, January 28 5:00 PM
Barcelona Room RSVP in the mail room.
Resident Birthdays
Tom Moore – 1/23
Staff Birthdays
Heysser Arteaga – 1/1
Miraldo Auguste – 1/15
Jay Danielson – 1/23
Staff Anniversaries
Michel Attalus – 4 Years
Miraldo Auguste – 3 Years
Christina Gatto – 3 Years
Ann Marie Nuccio – 3 Years
Heysser Arteaga – 2 Years
Vicki Taylor – 1 Year
If you would like to sponsor or co-sponsor a Birthday Social, please contact Darci for details at least a month in advance—she would be happy to assist!
Need Stamps?
Please stop by the executive office. We can stamp your mail and charge your account.
(1) We Are Family! (2) Michel. (3) Nan. (4) Neighbor Table is a big hit! (5) George meets George. (6) Blackjack. (7) Guest speaker Kathleen van Bergen. (8) November birthdays: Linda, Lynne, Ann & Al.
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