CountrySide Lakes sits by the water on seven acres just minutes from Daytona Beach, where you see folks out fishing at the Halifax Sport Fishing Club, gathering in the Riverside Pavilion, and taking part in all sorts of activities like golf, shopping trips, or "happy" hour, and some days you'll find them volunteering, collecting teddy bears for police, or helping with the Hydrate-a-Hero project, since this place really tries to stay involved with the wider community, and there's always projects and fundraisers going on year-round. They have independent living, assisted living, and memory care here, so you'll find different care options depending on what you or your loved one needs, and if someone needs skilled nursing, that's on site, too. The staff is fully trained, friendly, and available round the clock, with people like the Director of Engagement, who's known as the "Director of Fun," making sure residents have a full schedule of social, educational, and entertainment programs that keep everybody busy and feeling at home.
You'll see that the facility has both indoor and outdoor common areas, a swimming pool and hot tub, a playground and dog park equipment, and even a boat yard or marina for anyone interested in watercraft. Wi-Fi is available everywhere, and if someone wants to bring their pet, the community is pet-friendly. Residents get a variety of dining options, with meals served every day by Chef Frank Ziegler, who has experience from both fine dining and the military, and the goal has been to serve nutritious food that keeps everybody's health in mind. For folks who want to stay active, there's a health club and fitness center, plus clinics and wellness centers if anyone needs extra care, with on-site nursing services and home health help for those who live at home.
There's also a chamber of commerce that helps with networking, and business services like accounting, tax help, and consulting, and if anybody needs help planning events or parties, that's available too. Residency can be temporary for people who need short stays, and the facility is fully accessible for those with mobility issues. People living with Alzheimer's disease or other dementias get special attention through the dedicated memory care program, which aims to give them as much comfort and safety as possible. Activities happen on and off the grounds, and devotional services and a beautician are also on site. With over 35 years of experience, CountrySide Lakes tries to offer a safe, friendly environment for seniors, where friendship, joy, gratitude, and charity are valued, and awards such as Best of Senior Living and Best Activities in Senior Living show the effort put into supporting residents is recognized by others as well.
