Bridge Bay at Bannon Lakes

Bridge Bay at Bannon Lakes sits in a convenient spot, just minutes from beaches, famous sites like the Lightner Museum and St. Augustine Lighthouse, and the city of Jacksonville, so folks living here or visiting can find things to do like shopping or eating out or seeing museums. The community's built with 167 homes, offering both attached and single-family choices-houses like the Cressida floor plan have two or three bedrooms, covered lanais, open layouts, and attached garages, while other homes have up to five bedrooms and three bathrooms, all with simple features that help with daily living. There's a clubhouse at the center of things that's 4,000 square feet, where neighbors meet, play games, and join classes or hobby groups, and an activities director sets up outings, movie nights, and holiday parties, so there's always something happening for people to do together if they want. The amenities include a fitness room, heated pool, wellness room, spa, sauna, tennis and pickleball courts, walking and biking trails, dog park, and a playground for when families visit with grandkids. Bridge Bay offers several levels of care-there's independent living for those who want to live with few responsibilities and enjoy the resort-type perks, while assisted living is on hand to help with things like bathing, dressing, medications, and meals, and memory care offers a safe and supervised place for folks with dementia, including round-the-clock support and special programs to help with memory issues. The skilled nursing section has staff for medical care, rehabilitation, and wound care, so seniors with serious health needs have support right in the community. All buildings have Wi-Fi, and rooms include private bathrooms, kitchenettes, air conditioning, cable TV, and phones, which makes it simple and comfortable. Meal service includes a dining room, all-day and restaurant-style dining with allergy options, and meals are prepared by professional chefs. Residents have access to services like housekeeping, laundry, dry cleaning, move-in help, and a concierge. Safety's a priority, so there's an emergency call system and 24-hour supervision. For those needing extra help, respite care is available for a short time, supporting both residents and their families. Names of places and care programs, like Turtle Shores W and Shell Bldg. 5, stand out, as does the tie to Bannon Lakes, where there's a focus on outdoor spaces, walking paths, and lifestyle programs that keep people active and connected. Bridge Bay at Bannon Lakes is a Continuing Care Retirement Community that handles everything from daily chores to complex health needs in a setting that tries to feel easy to live in, with straightforward features and activities for folks over 55.