Somerby Santa Rosa Beach sits at 164 W. Hewett Rd. in Santa Rosa Beach, Florida, and people around here know it as an assisted living and memory care community where seniors can choose from studio, one-bedroom, or two-bedroom apartments, most ranging between 410 and 660 square feet with walk-in showers, ample closet space, and easy access to cable or Wi-Fi, plus there's an emergency call system in each apartment for safety, and everything sits inside a two-story building. The community runs 24 hours a day and provides different types of living-from independent residences for those who want an active, social lifestyle and don't really need care, to assisted living for folks who need help with daily activities, memory care under the Lilac Trace Memory Care neighborhood for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia, and they even offer short-term respite stays and some skilled nursing for those who need more support, so family caregivers get a break when needed. Residents get care and support tailored to what they need, and if someone's health changes, they can join in with wellness programs, therapy, and specialized events, often by working with caring staff plus a partnership with the Sacred Heart Health System that runs an on-site wellness clinic right at the community.
Meals are cooked by a chef and served in a restaurant-style dining room, which keeps things social, and there are all sorts of recreational and arts activities, group classes, and social events so people don't feel left out or bored-in fact, the activity program is one of the things people notice, and they even have a community gallery for creative projects. There's a secure garden with walking paths for safe outdoor time, plus scheduled transportation for medical appointments or outings, housekeeping, beauty services, and a security system for peace of mind, all handled by trained staff. Residents with pets have options for pet-friendly apartments, too, which makes things feel a little more like home. The memory care part-Lilac Trace-focuses on therapies and structured routines that support cognitive health, and the staff there is trained for those special needs. Utilities like Wi-Fi are already included, and the focus really stays on keeping people comfortable, engaged, and part of a warm, inviting community, where every detail, from floor plans to event calendars, reflects what older adults often say they look for in a place to live as they age.
If money is a concern, the community provides information about funding, such as long-term care insurance or veteran's benefits, and there are resources to help families understand care options, even if they're looking for things like hospice or home care. The apartments and common areas are designed with seniors' comfort in mind, and technology is used to help keep things running smoothly. It's not unusual for people around here to see residents out walking, sharing a meal, or taking part in classes, which is encouraged by the staff and by the programs devised for overall wellness and purpose.
