Viridian is a senior apartment building with 188 units and 11 stories, built in 1977 and now going through redevelopment to update common spaces, infrastructure, and windows, and it'll be known as Skye Isle Apartments after renovations. The apartments serve seniors aged 62 and older with affordable housing options, including studios starting at 400 square feet and one-bedroom units around 670 square feet, all designed for people with incomes at or below 60 percent of the area median income, and there are income restrictions for anyone looking to move in. Viridian follows standards for Section 8 (202), which means rent matches a resident's income, and there are supportive services to help elderly residents, including assisted living, memory care for people with Alzheimer's or dementia, and home care with trained aides who help with companionship and daily needs without providing medical care.
The building has elevators for easy access, secure card entry for safety, smoke-free policies, accessible units, central heating and air, and views of the bay in some places, and there's a fitness center, arts and crafts room, a community room, and a media room with a 65-inch TV and Nintendo Wii for folks who like to watch or play. Residents get onsite mail delivery, community news on TV, emergency call services, and a resident check-in system, and the whole place is non-smoking.
Meals are prepared by chefs and meal planners who focus on nutrition, and there's a steady schedule of planned activities, including social events and programs to keep people active and connected, plus lots of support from friendly staff and after-hour services through the website and call services in case someone needs help outside regular hours. The apartments have energy-efficient kitchens with large pantries, and the floorplans are open to let in more light and make moving around easier. The management team and maintenance services are on site during the week, and the building is a non-evacuation facility, which means residents can stay safely in place during emergencies. There are also cameras for security, and anyone interested in living here needs to meet income requirements. Viridian connects to public transportation for errands or outings, and the apartment homes belong to Sage Partners LLC, with Hennessy Construction working on the updates. The community is managed by people who aim for a high-quality living environment and a welcoming place, and there are other sister properties in Tampa, like Vista 400 Apartments, Aqua Apartments, and Metro 510 Apartments.
