Aston Gardens At Tampa Bay is a senior living community in Tampa, FL, that offers several types of care in one place, so folks can find independent living, assisted living, skilled nursing, memory care, and something called SHINE® Memory Care, which is a program that supports people living with Alzheimer's and other types of dementia through routines and activities that help reduce confusion, and that community sits beside a peaceful pond with a fountain and nice landscaping, and you'll notice right away there are wide sidewalks for walking, plenty of outdoor seating, a heated pool, spa, gazebo hot tub, and areas for outdoor games and entertainment. The community has buildings with independent living apartments, assisted living suites, and memory care rooms, offering a choice of private rooms, studios, one-bedroom, or two-bedroom units, and some might have a bathroom or garage, with floor plans called Cambridge, Andover, Devonshire, Essex, Windsor, and Westminster, each with different sizes and layouts, and some with nice views over the pond or pool area. Inside, seniors get air conditioning, WiFi, and a clubhouse of about 23,000 square feet that holds a lounge, billiards and game room, library, movie theater, computer area, arts and crafts studio, a bank, beauty and barber shop, a chapel, business centers, the Grande Ballroom, and plenty of places to sit and visit or read. Dining means chef-cooked meals served restaurant-style in elegant dining rooms, with snacks and a continental breakfast too, and those who want special diets can usually ask for those, and there's even a Sensations Dining program to help make eating enjoyable for residents.
The community has a professional staff on duty all day and night, including a full-time activities director, and they help with things like housework, laundry, maintenance, and even driving residents around town or to appointments, because there's transportation for shopping and outings. Folks living in the independent area enjoy a country club feel with lots of activities, daily events, health and fitness programs, social areas for friends and hobbies, plus a connection to wellness through Dimensions Health and Fitness with a gym, treadmills, and an exercise studio. Assisted living services include help with bathing, grooming, taking medicine, and other daily chores, with 24-hour staff to lend a hand or provide extra support if someone becomes less steady or strong. Memory care in SHINE® is safe and secure, so residents can take part in memory-based activities and personal routines, and the staff is trained in dementia care and can help family members understand what to expect in the different stages, like the first signs, life planning in the second stage, and more support when dementia advances, and families can learn more by listening to The Disappearing Mind podcast, which explains topics about diagnosis and coping with memory loss. Short stays for respite care are available for those who need a break or temporary help, and everyone can use services like the beauty salon, barber shop, library, movie days, and arts and crafts.
Amenities at Aston Gardens At Tampa Bay include a heated pool, wellness center, outdoor activities, lush grounds with palm trees, wheelchair access, pet-friendly rules, outdoor terraces, a chapel, and both an activity center and program for regular group outings in the Tampa Bay area, which can help keep people engaged both inside and outside the community. Seniors can join in events, enjoy a well-rounded calendar with things like art classes, crafts, fitness classes, and movie nights, with a particular focus on health, safety, and building good friendships, as the staff and administration encourage safe, active, and connected living. Residents pay in different ways, including private pay, long-term care insurance, or VA benefits, and can find information on the programs-like the Military Veterans Program, concierge services, and special activities-on the community's blog, and those who want to take a look before visiting can use the video or virtual tours. The community has gone through a review process verifying licensing and quality standards in Florida, so seniors and their families can expect a focus on safety, health, and well-being in all aspects of daily life, and it's also a place that tries to learn and share through senior living articles and health resources about nutrition, companionship, memory care, and the details of choosing the right care setting, so anyone living here will find comfort, companionship, a beautiful setting, and as much help with routines, social life, or health as needed.
