The Residence at Gramercy is a senior living community set on six acres with colorful gardens and walking paths, so folks who live there get plenty of chances for fresh air and a bit of nature. The apartments, which are either studios or one- and two-bedroom units, let in a lot of natural light and have kitchenettes with a refrigerator, sink, and microwave. You can also find walk-in closets, individually controlled heating and air conditioning, and accessible bathrooms with grab bars and walk-in showers, which make things safer and easier. Some apartments are furnished, but residents can bring their own things to make the place feel more like home, and a few pets are welcome too.
The staff at The Residence at Gramercy includes 24-hour personal care workers, a Resident Care Director, and aides who handle things like medication and bathing help, so residents get support when they need it but can also do what they're able on their own. Independent living and assisted living services are both available, and the community offers memory care for folks who need extra help. There's specialized care like on-site medication administration, physical therapy, and occupational therapy visits, plus homecare and skilled nursing right in the building if that's required. There's also respite care for short stays and an option to age in place, which means people can often stay even if their needs change.
Meals get cooked by a chef and served in a restaurant-style dining room, with three meals each day included. There's laundry and housekeeping each week; the rent also covers things like cable TV, internet, heat, and water, so bills stay pretty simple. Residents use a call button if there's a need for help at any hour, and there's housekeeping, linen service, and even room service for those who'd rather eat in their apartment. Folks park right on site, and transportation gets scheduled both for outings and for appointments.
Wellness and safety get prioritized, so there are plenty of programs like group exercise, wellness classes, health and devotional services of several faiths, and visiting chaplains. There are religious gatherings for Protestants, Catholics, other faiths, and quiet worship areas too. Recreation ranges from outdoor patios with comfortable seating under a pergola, to a courtyard with a putting green and benches, and even a dog park for pets. Inside, there are arts and crafts spaces, a library, billiards lounge, a piano and organ, aviary with colorful birds, TV lounges, a fireplace lounge, and a recreation room for games or social events. There's a beauty salon, barber shop, a convenience store, a pharmacy, and a hydration station for visitors, which are all on site, making getting things done easy for residents.
Daily life has a steady rhythm with planned social programs, discussions, story time, book clubs, live entertainment, and group outings. There are gardening groups for those who like digging in the dirt, as well as computer rooms, educational lectures, and plenty of offsite activities and social events. The community lets residents continue activities they enjoy while getting personal help and medical care as needed, and it even accepts Medicaid after a year of private pay. Staff welcome payments by insurance, credit card, or check, and there's an open feel in the shared areas with plenty of space to gather for meals, games, or a simple visit with friends. All told, The Residence at Gramercy tries to make life comfortable, safe, and convenient, with enough support so older folks can live as independently as possible while knowing there's always someone around to help.
