Your first 30 days at Azalea Park senior living in Lakeland, FL, are all about getting settled into your new home and community. From day one, you'll enjoy a private apartment home designed for senior needs while allowing lots of scope for personal taste and expression. Once you've got your bearings, you'll be able to start enjoying the activity calendar and suite of amenities, which includes lounges, a health and fitness gym, and a well-equipped activity room.
Lakeland itself has been ranked by US News & World Report as one of the top 100 cities to retire to in the country. Aptly named for its 38 lakes, Lakeland, FL, is full of cultural and social venues, including the Florida Air Museum, Polk Museum of Art, and the Polk Theatre. Our community's transition support for older adults will ensure that you get off to a great start at Azalea Park and set yourself up for many fulfilling years ahead.
Before thinking about adjusting to retirement housing, it's important to be convinced that you have chosen the perfect retirement spot. For many retirees, Lakeland hits the sweet spot: big enough to offer culture, restaurants, and shopping, yet small enough to be friendly and easy to navigate. When citing why it's such a great area for retirement, US News and World Report focused on:
Lakeland is also a great location for families, meaning there is plenty to do when your family comes to visit.
If you're looking at Lakeland senior housing, it's important to think about the future. Right now, you may be completely independent, so it makes sense to focus on independent living communities. However, what if you or your partner needs care of other additional support in the future?
At Azalea Park, we meet this need by providing independent living with supportive services. You get a private apartment with included home and grounds maintenance. But in addition, you can also access the following supportive services:
Each resident receives all of these services. But what if you need more?
Although Azalea Park does not provide on-site care services, we are proud to connect you with third-party providers who can deliver the support you need in the comfort of your own home.
You choose the level of help you require, which can include:
These services allow you to enjoy your new home for years to come, rather than having to worry about transitioning to assisted living. These services are also perfect for couples with differing needs.
We understand that moving into senior living is a big step. So we have designed welcome programs for seniors that helps to make the transition as smooth as possible. We will guide you through the daily patterns of life, helping you to get your bearings, and being on hand to answer any questions you may have.
The welcoming front desk team is always there to help you find your way around your new home and get familiar with the activity calendar.They can also help in practical ways, like making restaurant reservations or arranging the sending or delivery of packages.
By the second and third weeks, you'll find that the emotional adjustment becomes more comfortable. Staff and neighbors will start to remember personal details about you, and you'll start to establish a routine. This could include weekly highlights like meeting a new friend for lunch, a weekly game that's now an integral part of life, or a favorite fitness class that puts a spring in your step.
At the end of the thirty days, the full realization of what this move means will have sunk in. You'll see that you've said goodbye to the stresses and strains of home upkeep, and said hello to a life full of daily possibilities, new friends, and exciting amenities.
There is no magic age when senior living in Lakeland becomes the right choice for older adults. Instead, many residents at Azelea Park choose to make the move earlier, while they are still fit and active, rather than later.
The benefits of this approach include being able to fully enjoy all the amenities our community has to offer. Additionally, moving to senior living may be easier when you are still active and mobile. Then, later, if you require more support, you can liaise with third-party providers to get the services you need in the comfort of your own home and community.
Families are crucial to the success of the first 30 days in your new home. Many loved ones like to be there on move-in day. Then they plan regular drop-ins over the next few weeks so you can explore the community together.
It's natural to feel nervous when adjusting to retirement housing, especially if you've lived in the same community for decades. At Azaela Park, you're surrounded by neighbors who have gone through the same process and understand how you feel. Start with low-pressure interactions, like joining a game or a large group for dinner.
You'll be surprised how quickly these small interactions build up to meaningful connections.
Choosing senior living in Lakeland at Azalea Park means making a fresh start in life. What sets us apart are our newly renovated apartment homes, and knowing that you have third-party supportive services on hand when you need them - a rare amenity in independent living communities!
Schedule a tour and see how rewarding life at Azalea Park can be.