Five Star Premier Residences of Hollywood

Five Star Premier Residences of Hollywood sits on a large, gated 22-acre campus in Hollywood, Florida, between Miami and Fort Lauderdale, and you'll notice how there are peaceful lakes, fountains, community gardens, and spots where folks like to walk their dogs or sit in the gazebo. This place offers independent living, assisted living, memory care, and short-term stays, and there's staff onsite at all hours. The main building's a mid-rise, with one- and two-bedroom apartments, full kitchens or kitchenettes, and covered parking, which a lot of people like because they don't have to go outside if the weather's bad. You'll find restaurant-style dining, a MyChoice Dining Program with up to three meals a day, a private dining room for special occasions, and a Culinary Institute-trained Executive Chef leading the kitchen. There's a full-service beauty salon and barbershop, a fitness center, indoor heated and outdoor pools, and a putting green, so folks can try something new or just stick to the routines they like. A library, chapel, game rooms, and a computer center with high-speed internet are all set up for residents, and there are activities every day-from group trips and clubs, to movie nights in a real theater, volunteer work, happy hours, and pet therapy visits. People appreciate the FOX Rehabilitation partnership and various exercise classes. Transportation is available for trips to shopping or appointments, and laundry, housekeeping, and concierge services help make staying organized easier. They offer in-house doctor visits and have staff trained in Alzheimer's and dementia care, with a specialized Bridge to Rediscovery program for memory care residents. There are church services onsite, along with scheduled social events, group walks around the pond, and card games. Folks say the staff here are friendly and make it a warm, supportive place, and the pet-friendly policy means several dogs and cats keep everyone good company. Housing choices let you pick what suits your needs best, whether you're active and independent, needing a little help, or searching for secure memory care, and people say the whole campus, with its bright halls and big windows, feels like a caring, well-run community. The community doesn't require a big upfront payment-rent covers services like meals, wellness programs, and access to all the amenities, and neighbors can spend their time trying out whatever activities fit them best. Reviewers give the place high marks for care and kind staff, and residents seem to enjoy plenty of privacy but still find ways to join in when they want.