Mangrove Bay

Mangrove Bay sits by the water, and you can watch boats go by or look out for birds and wildlife along The Riverwalk from your apartment balcony, and the view with the swaying palms is pretty nice, especially if you like watching what goes on outside. The grounds are easy to walk and have places for strolls near the water, and you're close to shops, eating spots, golf courses, and entertainment, so you don't feel cut off from things in town. The building is a mid-rise and feels a bit resort-like, with open common areas inside and out, a swimming pool, hot tub, arts and crafts center, butterfly and hummingbird gardens, and there's a movie theater, library, billiards lounge, and more places to meet or relax, plus there's spots for fun like Wii bowling, karaoke, and wine tasting, and the staff keep the activities coming with art, fitness classes, yoga, stretching, water aerobics, brain fitness, educational talks, community service projects, creative workshops, and lots of social events, all aiming to help residents keep active and independent. The apartments are average-sized, and you can pick a studio, a one-bedroom, or a two-bedroom, and they all have things to help you live well, such as wheelchair accessible showers, emergency call systems, and room for pets like cats or dogs.

You'll find independent living here for seniors who want to live without hassles but still have a sense of community, but there's also assisted living available when you need help with your daily routine or medical reminders, and if your care needs change, you can get more help or even skilled nursing, hospice, respite care, and aging in place support without having to move away. For folks with Alzheimer's or dementia, Mangrove Bay has a secured memory care section with its own building, and they use bracelets to help keep people safe if they wander, plus there's special therapy like reminiscence and sensory programs like snoezelen, and staff trained to manage difficult behaviors. The place is designed for full accessibility, and you'll notice the wheelchair-ready showers and pathways, so everyone can get around without trouble.

There's 24-hour awake staff, nurses on duty, a full-time activity director, and lots of visiting healthcare professionals including a nurse, dentist, podiatrist, physical, occupational, and speech therapists, so residents don't always have to go out for appointments. Homecare support means help is there for things like bathing, dressing, medications, and behavioral care, and for those needing different care levels, you can get light, medium, or heavy care depending on what you need. Housekeeping, laundry, on-site maintenance, and concierge-style hospitality get taken care of, and meals are cooked up in the kitchen with restaurant-style dining, rotating menus, special diets-gluten-free, low-sugar, low-sodium, vegan-and there's options for private dining or having guests over for a meal.

Religious services are available on site, covering Catholic, Protestant, Jewish, LDS/Mormon, and other faiths, and the library and garden spaces are quiet, nice places to relax or read. The community is clean, front desk staff are friendly, and it's easy to move around if you use a walker or wheelchair. Transportation services include rides in the Mangrove Bay vehicle, parking for your own car, and help arranging transport if needed, and you can run errands, go to appointments, or join group outings. Short-term stays are available for recovery or respite, and people can transition between independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing on the same campus.

Mangrove Bay is pet-friendly, supports senior care planning, offers resources about costs and benefits, and is recognized by U.S. News and World Report in several categories. The location, care options, accessible design, and range of activities make for a senior living environment where folks can stay as active and social as they want, without having to manage the chores or worries of living alone, and with a staff who keep the place running and the people looked after.

Mangrove Bay is managed by Senior Lifestyle.

Senior Lifestyle, founded in 1985 as a family-owned business headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, has grown from its first lakefront community to become one of the nation's leading senior living providers. Operating more than 130 communities across 20+ states from coast to coast, Senior Lifestyle serves nearly 10,000 residents as the 10th largest senior living provider in the United States, with annual revenues reaching $1 billion. The company functions as an owner, operator, and developer of senior living communities, offering services across all market segments from luxury to affordable.

The company provides a comprehensive continuum of care including independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing services. Their award-winning "embrace" Memory Care program stands as a cornerstone of their offerings, built on five key principles: Wellness, Enrichment, Challenge, Connection, and Creativity. This research-driven program features specialized initiatives such as Bookmarks (reading support), Essence (multi-sensory experiences), Snapshots (emotional wellness for residents and families), Spark (cognitive stimulation and social engagement), and Thymeless (a garden-to-table dining program). Each component is designed to provide person-centered care that focuses on the individual rather than the disease, ensuring dignity and overall well-being in a supportive environment.

Senior Lifestyle's operational philosophy is guided by their HEART values: Hospitality, Excellence, Appreciation, Respect, and Teamwork. These core values shape every aspect of their approach to serving residents and supporting team members. The company's commitment extends beyond traditional care models, emphasizing connection and inclusion throughout their communities. Their person-centered approach ensures that daily life is filled with joy and serenity, with personalized experiences tailored to each resident's unique needs, preferences, and abilities.

As a pioneer in the senior living industry for nearly four decades, Senior Lifestyle continues to innovate and expand while maintaining its family-owned heritage and commitment to quality care. Their comprehensive wellness approach addresses mind, body, and soul through coordinated programs that promote cognitive stimulation, social engagement, and meaningful moments. This dedication to excellence across luxury, moderate, and affordable segments demonstrates Senior Lifestyle's mission to provide exceptional senior living experiences that enhance quality of life for all residents, regardless of their care needs or economic circumstances.