The Residence Retirement Center, also called Residence Retirement Ctr. Inc, sits at 208 Marveline Dr in Lakeland, Florida, and has a large campus with room for about 60 residents, including a 24-bed assisted living center, and it's known for having many options to choose from like independent living, assisted living, and memory care for those with cognitive needs. The facility is licensed and regulated by the Florida Department of Social Services, and the staff, known as caregivers or ambassadors of care, provide round-the-clock support, help with daily activities, medication management, bathing, dressing, and transfers, and they're there to respond right away when needed because there's a 24-hour call system in place and supervision at all times. The physical spaces are set up with safety and comfort in mind, including maintenance and safety features, sprinkler systems, wheelchair accessible design, common rooms for socializing, a movie theater, library, and outdoor areas with gardens, walking paths, and spaces for quiet time or community gatherings.
Residents can pick from studio rooms, private suites, or shared rooms, all fully furnished, with kitchenettes, private bathrooms, cable TV, internet, air conditioning, and telephone, and they don't have to worry about cooking or cleaning since housekeeping, laundry, and linen services are all provided, and there's meal preparation every day with a professional chef making meals in a community dining room that's set up for allergy sensitive and diabetic diets. The activities, both on-site and offsite, include games, movie nights, music programs, art sessions, arts and crafts, outings, exercise programs, pet therapy, and spiritual services, plus there's a fitness room, wellness room, activity room, salon, spa, sauna, and places for social or quiet downtime.
Transportation services take residents to doctor's appointments, shopping, church, or special events, and healthcare on site includes help for non-ambulatory residents, diabetic care, memory care, hospice care, and respite care for short-term stays. The community offers support for counseling, stabilization, and friendship, plus extra touches like family support, guest parking, WiFi, and a 24-hour emergency alert system, and more options for help with long-term care insurance or personal care coverage. The facility keeps up a maintenance-free atmosphere that makes sure residents feel comfortable and have support at every level, whether they want to live more independently or need ongoing care. Some reviews are positive, giving a rating as high as 9.7 out of 10, while others are lower, with an average around 2 out of 10, and legal actions and final orders have been issued in the licensee's name. More details appear in Provider Profile and Facility Profile listings. The Residence Retirement Center emphasizes comfort, safety, personalized care, and a mix of social, physical, and creative activities, aiming to help residents feel valued and at home.
