Venice Palms Senior Living sits in Venice, FL, with a view of palm trees and water that's calm and nice, and the place itself just finished a round of fresh renovations so things look new and clean throughout. This community offers different kinds of care, so seniors can choose to live independently, get help with daily tasks, or move into memory care or nursing support as needed, and those who want to stay as their care needs change can do so with the continuing care retirement options. The apartments come in several floor plans, from studios to shared rooms, and memory care studios usually go for about $4,500. Residents get three meals prepared by chefs, and the dining rooms serve food all day, with special diets like vegan, gluten-free, and low sugar, plus snacks and drinks for anyone feeling peckish outside mealtimes.
The staff stays on duty 24 hours a day, with both men and women working, activity directors leading social programs, and nurses and medical teams who can do things like handle medicines, injections, and diabetes care, and there's even a doctor on call and a medical director who's a nurse practitioner. People with memory loss or behavior problems get extra attention, and there's a separate secure memory care building fitted with alarms and resident bracelets to prevent wandering, plus care staff who know how to help those who get confused or act out. Those who need help moving around get support from staff with things like transfers, and the showers and property are wheelchair accessible. Pets like cats and dogs can usually live with residents, so long as they follow community rules, and there's parking for residents with cars.
Every week, folks can join in on morning stretches, yoga, Tai Chi, and brain fitness classes, or have fun at Wii Bowling, bingo, card games, and happy hour in the bar and lounge. There are other activities like gardening, creative arts, devotional services, and outings, and friends and family are welcome for visits and meals in the private dining rooms or common areas. Transportation is provided for shopping, appointments, or just getting out, which keeps things convenient for everyone.
On the health side, visiting nurses, therapists, and podiatrists come right to the property, and residents can get extra services like respite care, hospice, behavioral support, and home care with trained aides for those who'd rather stay in their own apartment. Staff can handle light help or heavy care, and every care plan is tailored, especially in memory care where residents have unique daily activities and safety measures.
The community sets up ways for people to get to know each other with social, volunteer, and intergenerational programs, and families are encouraged to be a part of daily life, since folks here believe life is better when everyone gets involved. Utilities like water, electric, cable, and Wi-Fi come included, and there are both indoor and outdoor spaces for relaxing, including gardens and shaded sitting areas, so people can enjoy the Florida weather or stay inside in the cool. Venice Palms Senior Living seems fit for seniors who want clean surroundings, staff who know what they're doing, a variety of care levels, and a daily routine that's structured but never dull, letting everyone stay as active or relaxed as they please.