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VOL. 27 NO. 8 www.seabreezepublications.com AUGUST 2019

The Club At Boca Pointe Is Tranforming Itself

Into A Unique Private Club With Unique Memberships

By Helen Karpel, really never fit that model. We have always been perceived as a warm, friendly club that has all
General Manager, the amenities expected by country club members, plus the best deli in Boca Raton. And there is
The Club at Boca Pointe, no equity…no upfront costs that are often associated with a country club —whether the club is in
561-864-8500 South Florida or your hometown.
www.theclubatbocapointe.com From a membership standpoint, the Club has been successful in designing memberships that
match a new members needs. For example, if the prospective new member wants only golf, the
What was, was! What is, is! Club offers several golf options. The same goes for tennis, fitness and the bellwether, social.
That quirky phrase best describes how the Club at Boca Pointe has morphed from a traditional The Club at Boca Pointe is the only private club in South Florida with this type of robust
South Florida-style country club into a much more unique and vibrant place where members and membership program.
families make new friends and create long-lasting memories. The club is very warm … the club “Diversity of membership options was part of the morphing process, recognizing the rapidly
is an extension of your home! changing demographics of who is moving into Boca Pointe as well as accommodates those who
“The first step toward this goal was taken in 2009 when we changed our name from the Boca may be renters or snowbirds. It allows the working residents to participate in the private club
Pointe Country Club to the Club at Boca Pointe. A small but subtle decision that moved us into experience with activities that matches their already-busy schedules.”
a one-of-a-kind member centric club experience,” says Helen Karpel, general manager who was The Club also redesigned its Grand Café two years ago, giving it an exciting contemporary
at forefront of this change. Initially our members didn’t understand the rationale why the name look and feel accompanied by unique menu offerings. In fact, Saturday, which was traditional a
was changed; now they championed it because they see and understand how this has expanded “let’s go out night”, now is a destination for members and their guests. Saturday Lobster Night
membership opportunities that enable us to bring you new and younger members. has been a signature offering on Saturday nights.
Country clubs were perceived as being golf centric, old and elitist. The Club at Boca Pointe The Club also has opened two sports academies: one for tennis and the other for golf. Both
already have been successful with youngsters living in Boca Pointe.

What was, was.
Boca Raton Hospital – Today its … What is, is…the new Club at Boca Pointe!
We would treasure having you as part of the Boca Pointe family! Why not call 561-864-8539
UnitedHealthcare Update to learn more about your membership options so you, too, can enjoy this gem, the Club at Boca
Pointe!
Come join us…
Make Friends • Love Life • Create Memories 
By Arthur Dermer, Volunteer

During the past few weeks there have been numerous School Bus Safety
media reports regarding the Boca Raton Regional Hospital’s
contract with UnitedHealthcare. That contract expired June Submitted by PBC Safe Kids
30, 2019. You should be aware that Boca Regional Hospital
is working with UnitedHealthcare to reach a resolution for Riding the school bus for the first time is a big step for your child. Help
the benefit of the Boca Raton community. This work has your kids get a gold star in school bus safety by following these tips.
been going on for the past few months. There is a very
deep concern, anger and fear among many residents of The Hard Facts about School Bus Safety
Boca Pointe regarding the unsettled contract between the
Hospital and United. To that point I have received over 70 School buses are the safest way to get children to and from school, but injuries can occur
calls regarding this troubling situation. As someone who if kids are not careful when getting on and off the school bus.
has been involved with the hospital as a volunteer for almost 20 years, I want to try to
clarify recent events so that you may have a better understanding of what is transpiring. Top Tips for Riding the Bus
At the present time, there has been no final resolution of the economic discussions
going on between the two groups. To help you better understand the disturbing situation 1. Walk with your young kids to the bus stop and wait with them
better I will try to clear up some of the major concerns people have. To that end I have until it arrives. Make sure drivers can see the kids at your bus stop.
had discussions with Jerry Fedele, former President and CEO of the Hospital, Lincoln 2. Teach kids to stand at least three giant steps back from the curb
Mendez, newly appointed President of the Hospital and Mark Larkin, President of the as the bus approaches and board the bus one at a time.
Hospital Foundation. These men have been working tirelessly to get this matter settled 3. Teach kids to wait for the school bus to come to a complete
as soon as possible. stop before getting off and not to walk behind the bus.
4. If your child needs to cross the street after exiting the bus,
UnitedHealthcare Update on page 8 he or she should take five giant steps in front of the bus, make eye
contact with the bus driver and cross when the driver indicates it’s
safe. Teach kids to look left, right and left again before crossing the
street.
5. Instruct younger kids to use handrails when boarding or exiting
the bus. Be careful of straps or drawstrings that could get caught
in the door. If your child drops something, they should tell the bus driver and make sure the bus
driver is able to see them before they pick it up.
6. Drivers should follow the speed limit and slow down in school zones and near bus stops.
Remember to stay alert and look for kids who may be trying to get to or from the school bus.
7. Slow down and stop if you’re driving near a school bus that is flashing yellow or red lights.
This means the bus is either preparing to stop (yellow) or already stopped (red), and children
are getting on or off. 