Persimmon Park Place is a retirement home at 110 Persimmon Circle East in Dover, Delaware, and people can find all kinds of living arrangements here because there are options for Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care, Home Care, and even skilled nursing if needed, so folks can get help with things like bathing, dressing, and taking medicine every day without feeling out of place, and there's special care for people who have Alzheimer's disease or dementia, with areas set up that help reduce confusion and keep residents safe from wandering around. The community features 195 apartments and opened in late 2021, offering plenty of space and a big mix of amenities, like chef-prepared meals in formal dining rooms or bistro-style restaurants, which gives everyone a decent range of choices every day. Residents have access to high-speed internet across the community, and the whole place is pet-friendly and set up for people who need help getting around, which helps a lot for those using walkers or wheelchairs.
There's a strong focus on social life, with indoor common areas, walking trails, and a pool for relaxing or meeting neighbors, plus spaces set aside like a playground, tennis court, and basketball court, so people of different ages can make use of what interests them most, and yes, there's a council, called the Persimmon Park Place Condominium Council, Inc., with positions like President and Secretary, who look after things. The grounds are landscaped with lots of green, so it feels calm and settled in, and the homes themselves are modern but comfortable, aiming for easy maintenance, where owners are expected to look after the outsides of their homes to keep things neat.
People here can join in a variety of activities, both on-site and off, including devotional gatherings and community meetings, and the place runs a newsletter and neighborhood watch, giving residents lots of information about what's going on and helping people stay connected. Meals are provided as part of the living options, and the staff has a reputation for being helpful and cheerful, which makes the community feel welcoming day to day. Residents can attend events, enjoy singalongs or exercise classes, and take part in health services like ambulatory and diabetic care, and there's always someone around to lend a hand with daily stresses thanks to the housekeeping team.
For getting around, there's a transportation option, and the community sits near two hospitals, several doctor's offices and pharmacies, and a long list of restaurants and parks, so running errands or seeing a doctor isn't much trouble. The rules are clear for things like pool use-guests pay a small fee, no lifeguard on duty, and parking spots are assigned for convenience by the pool. Trash and recycling get picked up regularly, and mailboxes are set out near the pool area for residents. Folks can ask to see homes in person, and there are brochures and community information available, so understanding what living here is like is straightforward for anyone thinking about making a change.
Persimmon Park Place blends together different levels of care and home style in a family-friendly, all-ages setting, supported by Harmony Senior Services, with housing and services designed for both healthy, independent residents and those needing more daily help, letting people age in place with comfort and security while still getting out in the fresh air or having friends for coffee in one of the community's four cafes.
