The Palace Suites sits on the Kendall Campus in Miami and offers independent living for active seniors, with assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing nearby for those who need it down the road, so people who move in can stay if care needs change. There's a choice of studios, one, or two-bedroom apartments with private or shared options, and each apartment has things like a kitchen with granite counters and ceramic tiles, washer and dryer units, window treatments, Wi-Fi, and cable TV, plus spacious bathrooms with safety grab-bars to make life easier and safer. Housekeeping, bed linen service, laundry, and maintenance come weekly, and utility services like electricity, water, and cable TV are all included, so there's less to worry about.
Residents can join in activities planned by the full-time social director, like arts and crafts, music, card games, University of Miami OSHER Lifelong Learning classes, theater events, and outings to local spots, along with a daily breakfast buffet and a gourmet dinner served in a nice dining room, with lunch available if wanted, and meals always have gluten-free, low-sodium, vegetarian, and heart-healthy choices if someone needs them. The place has a welcoming atmosphere that's described by some as being as lively as a cruise ship, and the grounds have a heated outdoor pool with water exercise classes, a gym with personal training, card and craft rooms, a computer lab, a beautiful library, and a theater with a modern sound system. There's also a beauty salon, chaplain services, English and Spanish language support, a nurse on duty, and a Home Health Agency on site to coordinate care or help schedule visits with the doctor at the wellness center, and the physical therapy center offers things like physical, occupational, speech, and respiratory therapies along with rehabilitation services.
Safety's taken seriously at The Palace Suites, with 24/7 security, cameras throughout, a gated entry, an emergency generator, and an emergency response system for peace of mind, plus a nice security feature for online interactions as it uses Cloudflare protection. Residents and guests get complimentary valet parking, and there's scheduled transportation for shopping, events, or doctor's appointments, and medical transportation is available when needed. Small pets are welcome, and the building and grounds are set up for comfort, socializing, and easy movement, including dining rooms for special occasions, a happy hour with live music and snacks, concierge services, and help planning a smooth move with transition assistance if needed.
The Palace Suites is part of The Palace Group, which runs several different communities in the area and has a reputation in Miami for having a range of care and living options under one umbrella. U.S. News & World Report named it "Best" in Independent Living for 2023/2024, which some people find reassuring and it's known locally for being elegant but also comfortable, with a social environment that can keep anyone as busy as they want to be. The home-like setting, wide choice of activities, security, and on-site health and wellness services make it a practical option for seniors who want comfort, companionship, and the ability to stay in one place as their needs change.
