3 Independent Living Communities in the Amelia Island Area
Fernandina Beach’s Premier Senior Living Community
- 48 Osprey Village, Amelia Island, FL 32034
- The premier retirement community in the Amelia Island and Jacksonville region of Florida
- Nestled conveniently in the quiet beaches of Amelia Island
- Enjoy a lifestyle with amenities that promote healthy aging and active living without all the chores that accompany home ownership and maintenance
- Nationally recognized, award-winning wellness program and dining services equal to any high-end restaurant
- Live in a community where the social calendar is packed, the food is delectable and opportunities to increase one's health and peace of mind abound
Senior living community in Gainesville, FL, in a residential area lined with palms
- 2431 NW 41st St, Gainesville, FL 32606
- Three Chef-Prepared Meals Daily
- Full Calendar of Enriching Activities
- Large Screen TV Lounge, Gym, Billiard Lounge, Library, Computer Room with Internet Access and Outdoor Swimming Pool
- Pets Welcome
- Complimentary Scheduled Transportation
A Florida Christian Community Where Residents Come First
- 204 Maranatha Rd, Keystone Heights, FL 32656
- Those preferring an active lifestyle can utilize the peaceful settings of our walking paths, heated pool for healthy exercise, shuffleboard for stretching, or our fitness and therapy center to keep fit.
- There are a variety of affordable housing options to choose from, ranging from standard one bedroom apartments to deluxe two bedroom units.
- Park of the Palms, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit corporation established to provide seniors 62 years of age and older with either permanent or temporary residence for independent or assisted living.
- Heated Pool, fitness center and more!
- At Park of the Palms, Inc. we pride ourselves on fostering a community of friendliness, respect and wellbeing, a place where people of Christian faith and values share their later years in comfort and community.
What are Retirement Communities?
Retirement communities are often also called independent living communities, because they are designed for seniors who are able to live independently, with no need for daily personal or medical care. They are generally mid-to large-sized campus-style communities that offer a wide variety of activities and conveniences for residents.
If this sounds similar to an active adult or 55+ community, that is because retirement and active adult communities share some core commonalities. These often include providing exterior home and lawn maintenance, planned social activities, communal spaces and outdoor amenities such as tennis courts, golf courses or swimming pools. The benefits of living in a retirement community are generally the same as living in other types of senior housing: more opportunities for social engagement, more free time to spend pursuing hobbies and low-maintenance living. Retirement communities take low-maintenance living to an even higher level than active adult communities, because the following are often included, with other services available a la carte:
• Meals – 3x/day, served in a dining room
• Linen and laundry service
• Housekeeping
• Interior home maintenance
• Scheduled transportation to shopping, medical appointments and other errands
• 24-hr staff and onsite-healthcare in case of emergency
As in most types of senior housing, the size and style of home varies from community to community, from studio apartments to large villas, often with many styles available within the same campus. While the homes may differ in size, most will have features that are designed with seniors in mind, such as:
• One-level living
• Wide doorways
• Walk-in showers
• Low thresholds
• Emergency call systems
And while every community is unique, many will offer the same types of amenities and benefits to residents, all aimed at allowing them to live easier, more engaged and fulfilling lives. Most retirement communities provide an even broader range of amenities than those found in active adult communities, including:
• Daily scheduled activities, fitness classes or crafts
• On-site salons, libraries and chapels
• Game rooms
• Theaters
• Community meeting spaces such as club houses and bistros
• Private dining rooms for special family meals
• Community excursions
Some independent living communities are located within larger campuses that also offer assisted living, skilled nursing and memory care services; these campuses are called Continuing Care Retirement Communities (CCRCs). They offer a full range of senior care to residents as they age and their health needs change. CCRCs allow residents to age in place, and stay within the same overall community, as they move from one level of care to the next. A CCRC is especially helpful if one spouse has different care needs than the other. Even if one spouse is in a higher-level care facility, couples are still close enough to see each other every day and are able to enjoy the same amenities and activities.
Use our US map above to begin your search for the best retirement communities for you or your loved one.
