Lake Hendon Estate Assisted Living sits about 5.9 miles outside of Saint Cloud, Florida, on a five-acre gated lakefront estate home right by Lake Hendon, and you'll notice how small it is immediately because there's only room for six residents, which makes it feel more like a close community than a busy facility. The rooms are pretty spacious-large private studios and single bedrooms with private bathrooms, all of them air conditioned and already furnished, plus there's cable and WiFi along with telephone access in every room so folks don't feel disconnected, and there's a strong sense of privacy since there aren't many people around. There's always staff on-site 24 hours a day, and there's an on-call licensed nurse, with aides and caregivers who help with bathing, dressing, walking, transferring from bed or chair, toileting, and eating, which is important for people who need daily help, and when memory care is needed, there are specialized caregivers for Alzheimer's or Parkinson's, with carefully made individual care plans and services like incontinence care.
Meals come served right to the room if needed, and all meals get prepared on-site, with options for diabetic, low sodium, or allergy-friendly diets, so people usually don't have to worry about what they'll eat, and there's housekeeping, laundry, and even dry cleaning all included. Residents gather in the shared dining room, and there's a warm, home-like feeling throughout the house-the kind where you can hear laughter from a movie night in the common room just as easy as you spot people playing games or talking out on the covered porch, and there's also a fitness area, a wellness center, walking paths, and a garden if someone needs quiet or wants a stroll. The dock and boat house let people enjoy the lakefront view, and the big trees give it a bit of shade and peace you wouldn't get in the city. People can bring small pets, and the staff can help arrange transportation to stores or doctor's visits, or coordinate with outside doctors and health care if someone's needs change. Memory care options, independent living supports, physical therapy, medication management, and board and care home services are all offered, plus community activities, religious services, and special events to keep everyone engaged.
People who've visited or had family there call it a "hidden jewel" because there's careful attention to detail, and reviews show it's the second-highest rated senior community in the Saint Cloud area. The open kitchen and big community dining space lets everyone come together, and there's an emergency response system for peace of mind. Lake Hendon Estate is licensed by the state of Florida under license #12917 and follows fair housing rules. Some folks highly recommend it because the small number of residents means staff notice changes quickly and care plans keep up with everyone's needs, and there's something comforting about knowing you're on a quiet bit of waterfront, with help nearby if you need it, and all the basics covered without being overwhelmed by crowds.
