Josephine’s Garden Villa is a residential care home dedicated to providing a warm, home-like environment for seniors in the heart of Manhattan Beach. With accommodations for up to six residents, the villa offers an intimate and supportive setting, designed to cater to the unique needs and comforts of each individual. The expansive 3,300 square foot home, filled with charm and beauty, features six private rooms and three and a half bathrooms, ensuring that every resident has the space and privacy to feel at ease. The ambiance is welcoming and tranquil, with walls of windows in the main dining room overlooking a beautifully landscaped garden, allowing natural light and scenic views to enhance mealtimes.
Residents at Josephine’s Garden Villa enjoy the opportunity to savor delicious home-cooked meals tailored to their preferences, with special diets accommodated as needed. The dining experience is further enriched by the option to eat outdoors in the back or sideyard garden when the weather allows, providing a pleasant and invigorating atmosphere. Family involvement is encouraged, and loved ones are welcome to bring cherished pets, allowing cats or dogs to become part of the villa’s lively and loving community.
The recreational and social aspects of Josephine’s Garden Villa are thoughtfully arranged to promote engagement and joy among residents. The large recreation room serves as a gathering space for family visits and special celebrations, while the cozy library room becomes a delightful setting for daily movies at 2:30 in the afternoon. Those who wish to participate can also enjoy bingo, games, and puzzles, fostering a sense of camaraderie without obligation. Residents with a passion for gardening have access to special backyard areas designated for planting flowers or fruit, cultivating both beauty and a sense of purpose.
Physical well-being is a priority, with caregivers encouraging daily walks around the spacious home, and for those who are more active, strolls outside after lunch. The care team at Josephine’s Garden Villa offers direct, loving care, drawing on extensive experience to meet the unique needs of each resident. The support provided encompasses assistance with personal care, including bathing, dressing, and hygiene, as well as regular housekeeping, laundry, and incontinence care. Residents also benefit from services such as in-house podiatry, arranged beauty and barber visits, physical therapy, rehabilitation, and massage therapy as needed.
Josephine’s Garden Villa is intimately connected to the broader Manhattan Beach community, located near churches, parks, and the local Senior Center, known as The Joslyn Center. Residents are able to participate in community activities, luncheons, arts and crafts, and excursions, with arrangements made by the caring staff. Throughout the year, festive holiday events are a highlight, bringing live music, entertainment, and delicious food to residents and their families, ensuring that special occasions are shared with loved ones in a joyful and communal setting. The core of Josephine’s Garden Villa’s approach lies in honoring each individual with compassion, dignity, and respect, creating a true home where seniors can thrive.