Royal Retreat Assisted Living, sometimes called Royal Retreat Independent Living, stands out in Memphis as the third highest-rated senior community with a 9.4 out of 10 average, and people seem to notice that most everyone's pretty happy with the place thanks to its community score of 3.8 from reviews and opinions. The place has room layouts that fit just about every kind of need, from studios and one-bedrooms to two-bedrooms or semi-private companion suites, and every room gives residents things like private bathrooms, air conditioning, telephones, cable TV, kitchenettes, and furniture, so it's easy enough for people to feel at home. Royal Retreat offers independent living, assisted living, nursing home care, skilled nursing, home care, and memory care, so seniors can get the level of help they need, even if that changes over time.
The staff themselves bring a local touch, since the place is owned and run by Memphians with a real understanding of the area and what older folks need. Meals come from a professional chef with options for allergies and diabetes, and residents can eat any time of day, with fresh flowers often set on the elegant maroon-lined dining room tables. Between pet-friendly policies, wheelchair access, and solid Wi-Fi, the place tries to check off most boxes for older folks who want comfort but still need support.
People can spend time in the activity room, use the well-stocked library under the "Home Sweet Home" sign, take part in movie nights, join fitness classes, or sit out in the gazebo or on the enclosed patio with its grill and charming touches. Folks needing a haircut can stop by the on-site salon with its peaceful orange walls and cherry blossom flowers. There're walking paths and outdoor spaces surrounded by green grass and trees that give it a calm, lived-in feel, while inside you'll find halls with soft lighting, artwork, and cozy seating. Friends and family can see framed awards at the front desk while they wait or visit.
The staff includes nurses, caregivers, dietary workers, activities directors, and maintenance people, all available at any hour, ready to help with medication, bathing, dressing, transfers, and other daily needs, and that goes for Alzheimer's and dementia care through special GEMS programs. Safety is a big part of life here, with 24-hour call systems, emergency alerts, lots of support services, and licensed staff always around. Laundry, housekeeping, therapy, transportation, and family support tie into daily routines, so nobody has to worry about chores. Residents can garden, join arts or music activities, or just relax in the shared living areas.
Royal Retreat Assisted Living runs as a single-story building with 99 licensed beds, and it falls under state regulation but doesn't take Medicare, so costs are usually lower than nursing homes. The community encourages a social life, offering lots of group events and chances to meet new friends, which can make life less lonely. Whether someone's after independence or needs extra care, Royal Retreat tries to make sure everyone who moves in gets the comfort, health support, and safety they want, without overpromising or pretending to be perfect.
