Marina Isle Waterfront Assisted Living sits on the shores of Lake Monroe in Sanford, Florida, right by a 200-boat-slip marina and just a couple of blocks from historic downtown Sanford, so residents can enjoy water views and take day trips or outings close by if they want. The facility was built in 2019 with a focus on safety and comfort; there are sturdy fire-proof doors, a seawall, regular emergency drills with Seminole County, and two large generators that cover most of the building in case the power goes out, and there's a 24-hour emergency management response and a gated entrance for security. Residents have the choice between different senior-friendly floor plans over at Serenity Towers, which is for those aged 55 and up, and all the rooms come cable- and wifi-ready, have their own heat and air conditioning, plus big sunrooms on every floor so you can sit and watch the lake whenever you feel like it.
The place provides assisted living and retirement services, with support for activities of daily living like bathing and medication management, along with housekeeping, laundry, and regular maintenance. Meals, snacks, and hydration stations are included, and there's an onsite hair salon, a beauty and barber shop, and even pet therapy. Programmed activities include indoor gardening, outings by "Gus the Bus" transportation for doctor visits, shopping, or just for fun, plus scheduled boating and day trips. There are several activity rooms, a game and movie area, a nice sunroom, outdoor garden beds, a fire pit, and water features so residents can choose how to spend their days. The facility holds social events often and runs gardening programs if you like to get your hands in the dirt. Computers and wifi are available throughout. There's a wellness center, plus in-house lab work, x-ray, and sonogram services, and they offer occupational and speech therapy onsite through Kinesist. For those recovering from illness or hospital stays, respite care is available too.
Communal spaces are set up to encourage folks to interact, but if someone prefers a quiet spot, there are relaxation areas and a private dining room. There's also a bistro for small bites and a choice of meal settings. Residents who have memory needs can receive specialized care in The Alice T Oliver Alzhel area, and there's a management and support team that includes jobs like marketing director, medication manager, and receptionist to help with different needs and keep the place running smoothly. Outdoors, you'll find golf cart paths with a charging station since it's a golf cart-friendly community, plus waterfront porches and nice grounds to walk or sit in. Marina Isle asks for a $2,000 entry fee, and its monthly rental covers utilities, basic cable, and internet. The facility is always open, and the overall design tries to help people live as independently as possible while offering support when they need it, in a setting that feels homelike and encourages activity and connection.
