Southern Living sits on 138 peaceful acres of farmland near the Tar River in Greenville, North Carolina, and offers a maintenance-free retirement in a welcoming community, which is licensed and run as a not-for-profit under the state's Department of Social Services, and is associated with SpringShire Retirement Community, giving residents chances for active living and personal growth while ensuring compassionate and clinically strong care. The facility can house up to 54 residents and provides a full continuum of care with options like independent living, assisted living, memory care for those with dementia or Alzheimer's, and nursing home care, as well as home care services through One Care Assist, with staffing tailored to memory care needs and specialized staff available. People get individual care plans, support with daily tasks like bathing, grooming, medication, transfers, and mobility, with nurses on hand 12-16 hours a day and emergency alert systems for around-the-clock safety, plus there's help with wound care and occupational therapy, podiatry, and medication management.
Residents enjoy private or shared rooms, including studios and two-bedroom units, each with cable TV, private bathrooms, air conditioning, Wi-Fi, and furnished choices, while housekeeping and laundry services are managed by staff, who also help with move-in and family support. The facility has many common spaces like community rooms, game rooms, a small library, music and art rooms, and movie theaters, in addition to practical amenities like guest parking, a fitness center, beauty salon or barbershop, kitchens or kitchenettes, washers and dryers, sprinkler systems, and high-speed internet, all aiming to make life easier and safer.
Meal services include restaurant-style dining with all-day options, meals made by a professional chef, menu choices that accommodate allergies or diabetes, and shared mealtimes to promote companionship, while social life involves daily programs, arts and crafts, movie nights, creative arts and music activities, fitness programs, a book room, and garden areas where residents can relax outside. Scheduled transportation services, outings in the community, and help with arrangements for medical appointments are also offered, making sure residents stay active and connected, while the environment stays home-like, safe, and supportive.
Southern Living runs memory care with tailored programs and staff training, plus it provides respite and hospice care for those who need extra support or end-of-life care, and help with mental health, personal care, or specialized needs is available. They focus on wellness, social engagement, companionship, and quality of life, holding programs that promote independence, meaningful activities, and a sense of belonging, and offer advice and planning services, plus help with benefits such as VA Aid and Attendance, while accepting Medicare and Medicaid for financial coverage. Community amenities include walking paths, a spa, garden places, a vibrant game room, and family event spaces to foster connections. The facility has won recognitions like "Best of Senior Living," "Best Activities in Senior Living," and "Most Friendly in Senior Living," reflecting strong engagement, friendly service, and quality care as described in testimonials from residents and families.
The environment features safety and handicap-friendly design, continuous renovation of community and resident rooms, security for those with Alzheimer's, and daily routines to help everyone feel included. Residents and families can expect compassionate support, clinical coordination, and a full range of services that support both wellness and comfort throughout every stage of senior living.
