Westminster Plaza sits at 350 E Jackson St in downtown Orlando, right by the Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts and close to parks, churches, shops, dining, and the public library, so seniors don't have to go far for most things and it's easy to get around by foot or with a wheelchair if that's needed. The building's a high-rise, 15-story rental spot with 198 units, offering affordable studio and one-bedroom apartments for adults aged 62 and up, and the apartments include basic comforts like kitchens or kitchenettes, cable TV, washers and dryers, WiFi, and window coverings, and the rent covers utilities too, which sure helps with budgeting when living on a fixed income, and folks can bring their small pets along since it's pet-friendly for little companions. The community is age-restricted and uses income-based and subsidized rental qualifications, so it's mainly for low and moderate-income seniors who need a safe and affordable place, which is good because not every senior can pay high rents, and being based in the Central Business District means it's pretty lively but also close to medical offices and restaurants.
Westminster Plaza isn't just apartments either, because there's a range of services depending on what someone needs as the years go by, like independent living for folks who are still active, assisted living when someone might need some help with daily activities, and memory care for Alzheimer's or related concerns, plus long-term care, skilled nursing, hospice, therapy, and home health care, including Medicare-certified support-so people can stay here as they age and needs change. They also offer adult day services, non-medical home care, and rehabilitation, and a fully-trained staff is there to help with personal care, walking or wheelchair support, routine housekeeping, laundry or dry cleaning, and transportation needs if a resident needs to get to an appointment or shopping but can't drive anymore. Their maintenance team is on hand 24 hours a day for repairs, which provides some peace of mind about emergencies, and guest parking is available for visitors, although there's no specific garage or exterior parking details listed.
Common areas are set up for socializing, with a recreation room, fitness center, activities/game room, a salon/barbershop, a library, swimming pool, and a dining room where residents can have meals if they don't want to cook in their own place. They focus on keeping things safe with features like a sprinkler system and pay attention to accessibility inside the community. Social, arts and crafts, educational, and wellness programs run on a schedule to keep residents active and connected, helping friendships to form and giving everyone a place to belong. The apartments and bathrooms are described as comfortable and kept up well, and the grounds are maintained by staff who are known to be friendly and professional.
The community is sponsored by Westminster Communities of Florida, a large not-for-profit group with other places like Westminster Towers and Magnolia Towers. Westminster Plaza's open Monday through Friday from 8 to 5 and has support with property management, moving in, help with applications, rent payment, and making maintenance requests, so it can be a good option for seniors who want to live in a city, like a bit of independence, or just want everything in one place without fussing over every little detail, and the rules are set up so that legal protections are included for gender identity and orientation as well. All of this together makes Westminster Plaza a solid and sensible choice for low to moderate-income seniors who want a safe, affordable, and connected community in downtown Orlando, with a range of living options and support laid out for whatever stage of aging a person's in.
