The Lakes and Superior at Waterford

The Lakes and Superior at Waterford cover a 38-acre campus in Aurora with single-story buildings and views of landscaped grounds or ponds, giving seniors many outdoor spaces and nice walking areas, and they have these two separate 55+ townhome communities, which share many amenities, so you see residents enjoying a clubhouse, a beauty salon, an ice cream parlor, and a bistro, and you find both studio layouts and two-bedroom, two-bathroom duplexes with full kitchens, laundry rooms, fireplaces, garages, and emergency call systems, which helps a lot with comfort and peace of mind. The community has English- and Spanish-speaking staff, and attentive caregivers are on hand all day and night, providing everything from independent living to full skilled nursing, so seniors can get different types of help as their needs change, and some even use their in-house rehabilitation, memory care for dementia or Alzheimer's, and adult day services, along with part-time nurses and specialized staff. There's a calendar full of social, recreational, and cultural events, and the community makes sure people can get meals in the restaurant-style dining room or have some ice cream as a treat. The facility also offers transportation to appointments and outings, which takes some worry away, and pets are allowed, which is important to many. The campus feels resort-like with upscale details in the duplexes at The Lakes and The Superior, offering both independent and assisted living, plus long-term care and Medicare-certified home health care, and they even have ventilator care and respite services. People who live here get a mix of privacy and community, choosing from 1- or 2-bedroom units, and there's a focus on care options from active adult programs to skilled care. Photos and videos help families see what to expect, and the community's resources guide families in finding care, senior products, in-home care options, and careers in caregiving. It's all part of the Alden of Waterford Continuing Care Retirement Community, where seniors get flexible living choices along with support for mind, body, and spirit. The Lakes and Superior at Waterford are rated 8.9 out of 10, which puts them at the fifth-highest spot among senior communities in Aurora.