Masonic Home sits on over 18 acres of waterfront land just about two miles from downtown St. Petersburg, Florida, so you get peaceful views and all the conveniences of the city close by, and it's even right on the Pinellas County bike trail if anyone likes to get out for fresh air, and the elegant dining room has big glass walls so folks can see the water while they eat, and there's a walkway to a gazebo and fishing dock for those who enjoy the outdoors. The Grand Lodge of Florida owns and operates the community, sticking to Masonic traditions while welcoming everyone, meaning Masons and their families, their wives and widows, but also other members of the general community too. Masonic Home is a very large place, able to accommodate up to 187 residents and offering 102 beds, and the building itself is state-of-the-art, stretching out over 150,000 square feet with so many spaces including gracious lobbies, a beautiful waterfront dining room, a 5,000-volume library, rooms for billiards and cards, arts and crafts, shopping in a resident-run boutique, a chapel, a gift shop, kitchenettes, lounges, a waterside pavilion, and even a fishing pier.
Residents can pick from different living arrangements like studio, suite, semi-private, shared, and companion rooms, depending on their own needs or wishes, and people who value their independence but need a bit of help with daily activities can get personalized assistance through assisted living services. The nursing team has licensed professionals who provide 24/7 medical care and skilled nursing, focusing on helping people keep their strength and restore as much independence as possible. The community offers memory care, home care, assisted living, independent living, and skilled nursing, so people can get the right support as their needs change. The dining areas are a central part of life here, serving full breakfasts, lunches, and dinners with many options, including fresh fruits, vegetables, homemade soups and breads, and a wide choice of entrees and desserts, so residents can always find something they like.
People find plenty to do, with activities like choir practice, bingo, billiards, crafts, fishing, or card games, plus social events for holidays and special occasions, and there's a calendar of things to keep everyone engaged, including those in the nursing center. Residents can get their hair done at the beauty or barber shops, and the facility runs its own transportation with vans to take people for medical care, dental appointments, or even out to dinner theaters and local events. Community life here emphasizes relationships, respect, and understanding what matters to each person, all while keeping to a mission of high-quality care in a safe, comfortable environment that honors both tradition and personal choice. Masonic Home holds the fifth highest rating among local senior communities, averaging 8.3 out of 10, which shows people generally feel it's a good place to live with a focus on both safety and quality of life, and they even offer virtual tours so future residents and their families can look around before making a decision.
