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Coming and going as Veterans please at the Orlando VA Medical Center Community Living Center (CLC) is a thing of the past. The new normal is within the safe walls of the facility and away from potential exposure to COVID-19. With this change, the CLC had to birth a new culture of home for Veterans. No longer can events take place or visitors walk through the doors. There had to be a way to allow Veterans to still feel freedom without risking their safety. That is when CLC Recreational Therapist and U.S. Navy Veteran, Roger Tabatt, stepped in and brought more than just a new culture, but a whole new reality. Veterans can now visit Paris or enjoy a scuba diving trip. The CLC residents skip the plane ride and no longer need to pack a suitcase! They simply place Virtual Reality goggles on and away they go in seconds. Mr. Tabatt’s passion for healing Veterans is one that is not limited and is always in search to make Veterans feel alive and connected. He says, “With the COVID-19 pandemic causing the lockdown and prevention of outings as well as family visitation, I thought we had to do something to solve this. After experiencing Virtual Reality myself, I discovered a new way to bring the love of being out of the CLC without leaving the CLC.” The goggles are more than a getaway for Veterans, the experience is an escape that triggers fond memories and connections from the past in and out of their military service. This stimulation instantly brings a smile to their faces. Whether it is a chuckle or sounds of aw, the connection to the retreat allows Veterans to forget about the pandemic and enter a world of tranquility. Mr. William King, 91-year-old U.S. Army Veteran CLC Resident, went back in time as he walked the beautiful streets of Paris. Sounds of French accordion music and views of the Eifel Tower, immediately struck memories in Mr. King’s mind. He says, “My wife and I went there eight times! It is so beautiful! My oh my! I remember walking these streets holding my wife’s hand.” From one destination to the next, Mr. King went from Paris to an island swimming with dolphins. The adventures are endless! Immersing into a whole other realm, brought instant happiness for Mr. Tabatt. He knew he had to share this with the Veterans he serves. Now in the beginning implementation phase, the virtual reality has already made such an everlasting impact for the CLC Veterans. Mr. King could not help to say, “This is absolutely fabulous! This is simply marvelous! I am going back in time and enjoying a relaxing view. This is a tremendous experience for me. When asked for a review of his first Virtual Reality experience, with excitement, Mr. King said, “What I have seen I want to see more of! This [Virtual Reality] is King approved!” Although limitations are in place outside of the CLC, that does not mean limitations apply inside of the CLC. Bringing in the new tools, especially Virtual Reality, has brought a new meaning of home for the CLC residents.
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“This is absolutely fabulous! This is simply marvelous! I am going back in time and enjoying a relaxing view. This is a tremendous experience for me.
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CHOPRA GLOBAL PARTNERS WITH
LAKE NONA PERFORMANCE CLUB TO CREATE FIRST CHOPRA MIND-BODY ZONE AND SPA
Founded by Dr. Deepak Chopra, Leading Whole Health Company Will Design and Facilitate All Mind-Body Programming and Spa Services at the Lake Nona Performance Club
benefits of whole health and practicing the connectivity of mind, body, and spirit. The programs at LNPC will serve as a model for us moving forward as we look to continue the expansion of our physical brand presence.”
Orlando, Fla. – (Feb. 10, 2021) – Lake Nona’s destination sports, performance, and fitness center, the Lake Nona Performance Club (LNPC), has partnered with Chopra Global, a leading whole health company founded by Dr. Deepak Chopra, to create the Chopra Mind-Body Zone and Spa. This first-of-its-kind partnership brings Chopra Global’s signature movement and spa programs to a leading fitness facility and marks the company’s first brick-and-mortar partnership. Currently under construction in the Lake Nona Town Center, LNPC is scheduled to open this summer.
A dedicated 5,500-square-foot space devoted to providing premium experiences focused on enhancing overall wellbeing, the Chopra Mind-Body Zone will offer a variety of yoga and meditation classes plus specialty options like aerial yoga, barre, and Reformer Pilates. Unique mind-body assessments based in Ayurveda, one of the world’s oldest holistic healing systems, will also be available.
“Chopra Global and Lake Nona have a long and rich partnership guided by our common mission of promoting health and wellbeing,” said Chopra Global Vice President of Partnerships Jaime Rabin. “We’re incredibly excited to expand that partnership with the new Chopra MindBody Zone and Spa specializing in the life-changing 10
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In addition to the Chopra Mind-Body Zone, Chopra Global will oversee a dedicated spa designed to complement LNPC’s focus on whole health. The spa will specialize in both Chopra Global’s signature Ayurvedic and traditional massages. Chopra Ayurvedic massages focus on the unique mind-body constitution of the individual resulting in a customized experience for each guest. Access to the spa will be available to both LNPC members and the public.
For more than two decades, Chopra Global has been at the forefront of personal health and wellness empowerment for millions of people worldwide to expand collective wellbeing. Anchored by the life’s practice and research of renowned best-selling author, Dr. Deepak Chopra, one of the leading pioneers in the fields of integrative medicine, consciousness, and meditation. Chopra Global’s signature programs have been proven to improve overall wellbeing through a focus on physical, mental, and spiritual health. “We’re so thrilled to align with Chopra Global, a true, global leader in the health and wellbeing space, to create custom programming and learning opportunities for the Lake Nona community and greater Orlando region,” said LNPC Executive Director Jay Groves. “Designed by Chopra Global with support from LNPC’s expert staff, the mindbody programming coupled with a restorative spa will create a one-stop destination where our members can focus on whole-person health and wellbeing.” The Chopra Global operations at LNPC will be led by an expert team with oversight from Dr. Chopra himself. Dr. Chopra recently announced plans to become a Lake Nona resident, so he can expand his relationship with the community and be personally involved with the Chopra Mind-Body Zone and Spa.
“I feel that Lake Nona is going to be the leader in the world that will create a movement for what I’ve longed for all my life: a critical mass of people who will engage in personal and total transformation for a more peaceful, just, and a more healthy and enjoyable world. But to get there, we have to take care of ourselves first,” Dr. Deepak Chopra said during a recent meditation event with Lake Nona. LNPC will redefine the sports, performance, fitness center experience for the Central Florida region featuring leading edge workout equipment, state-of-art classes, and interactive programs driven by the latest performance technology. The facility will be one of the most comprehensive and thoughtfully curated in the nation providing a tailored approach to whole-person health for members of all ages and skill levels. Memberships are open to the entire region and are available now. Beyond the best-in-class facilities and robust programming, LNPC will be a go-to health and wellbeing resource for the surrounding community by offering inclusive programs and recreational leagues that are open to both members and non-members with options for individuals and families. LNPC will also host community education classes led by the professional staff that will be open to the public.
For more information about corporate, individual, and family membership options and to schedule a virtual sneak peek of the facility, visit www.lakenonaperformanceclub.com. The Lake Nona Performance Club is a joint venture partnership between Lake Nona and Integrated Wellness Partners (IWP), a subsidiary of Signet, LLC.
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PHOTO #1 - Nelson Davila, U.S. Navy & U.S. Coast Guard Veteran, set a record as the honorable Veteran to receive the 40,000 vaccine at the Orlando VA Medical Center! PHOTO #2 - Happy hour crew at Don Julios Lake Nona PHOTO #3 - Margaritas with the girls at Don Julios Lake Nona PHOTO #4 - Even fur friends were invited to celebrate Boxi Park’s birthday PHOTO #5 - Valentines Day at Boxi Park Lake Nona
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PHOTO #6 - “The best wines are the ones we drink with friends” - Canvas Restaurant and Market PHOTO #7 - Kisselback Ford delivered a big supply of PPE to St. Cloud Fire Rescue and St. Cloud Police Department. Community supporting our hometown heroes. PHOTO #8 - “Lunch time is best in sandwich form” - Park Pizza & Brewing PHOTO #9 - Making memories at Chroma Modern Bar + Kitchen PHOTO #10 - Joshua and his grandfather witht the St. Cloud Police department after finding and returning another’s property at the Osceola County Fair. Showing our community how to do the right thing!
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69 Alameda Drive, Kissimmee, FL 34743 4 BED • 2 BATH • Buenaventura Lakes • $1550 Keith Race 407.476.0476
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7824 Holiday Isle Dr , Unit 301, Orlando, FL 32812 3 BED • 2 BATH • LAKEFRONT• $2650 Katherine Rivas 407.476.0476
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3500 Harmony Square Dr W, Harmony, FL 34773 6,000 sq. ft. +/- • Office Space Chris Pixley 352.267.4244 Great opportunity to lease 6,000+/- Sqft of Office Space in the heart of Harmony! The subject property was previously used as an information center for the community and features a very nice build-out throughout. The building’s floorplan offers opportunities for many different uses as well and features two kitchen/break rooms. Call today for more information!
FEATURE PROPERTY Harmony
1118 S. Orange Ave Units 203 & 205 Orlando, FL 32806
Turnkey Medical Office • 2,181SF (Unit 205) & 522SF (Unit 203)
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0 Holts Lake Ct, Apopka, FL 34703 5,000sf-14,950sf • New Industrial Warehouse Buildings Chris Pixley 352.267.4244
10411 Tyson Rd, Orlando, FL 32832 13.83 +/- Acres • Lake Nona Area • Lakefront Chris Pixley 352.267.4244
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