Brookdale Lake Tavares sits right next to Lake Tavares, so folks living there can see the water from the community, and there are outdoor patios and walking paths for anyone who wants fresh air. The community has options for independent living, assisted living, respite care, memory care, skilled nursing, and even at-home care services, so seniors with different needs can find something that fits. Staff stay on-site 24 hours a day, every day, and they're always ready to help with emergencies, medication management, and daily support like help with bathing, dressing, and even eating if needed. There are housekeeping and laundry services, and folks who need a hand with cooking or cleaning can ask for help. Everyone gets a personalized service plan, and the staff adjust the care based on what each person needs, whether that's extra help moving around, managing health conditions like diabetes or high blood pressure, memory care for Alzheimer's disease or dementia, or just a little help now and then.
The building has a range of floor plans, so residents can choose what works for them, and there's a theater room, arts and crafts center, library, fitness center, and raised garden beds along with meeting spaces and lounges. Because the place is pet friendly, folks can bring their cats or dogs. There's a salon and barber shop, a computer room with free Wi-Fi, and guest meals if family wants to visit, plus room service when residents want to dine in private. Meals come from a restaurant-style dining room, with a chef preparing the food and special diets like low sodium or low sugar taken into account. Brookdale Lake Tavares also covers transportation for appointments and errands, and offers grocery shopping help, so people don't need to worry if they can't drive.
Residents find a busy calendar with social and educational programs, games, birthday and holiday parties, religious services, and even live performances, day trips, and outings. Security features keep everyone safe, and the facility offers preventative health care, annual check-ups, immunizations, counseling, and support managing chronic illnesses. Brookdale HealthPlus gives on-site care coordination by a registered nurse, and there's a home care agency with trained aides for extra companionship and support at home if needed. Signature Programs round out the services, focusing on keeping everyone active and engaged in community life. This facility gets good reviews for its care and staff support, and it's part of the wider Brookdale senior living communities.