A Banyan Residence sits in Oxford and Venice, Florida, and offers assisted living and memory care services in a community that feels homelike with a family-run style, where residents have private apartments that open right to gardens full of budding plants, fruit trees, and a koi pond, so the sounds of trickling water and the sight of flowers make it feel peaceful and calm outdoors, which residents can enjoy as part of the community's outdoor living concept, and all around are lush gardens, tropical plants, and water features that help create a calming, multi-sensory environment. The facility supports up to 71 residents and is licensed by the state of Florida (License #11794). The staff here stays onsite 24/7 and helps with daily needs like bathing, dressing, medication management, meals, and laundry, and they're known for being kind, caring, and communicative, something many family members and residents praise in their 8.8 out of 10 average review score, with some commenting on the community's clean, beautiful atmosphere and the helpful, welcoming staff who respond quickly to questions and updates.
Residents have a lot of options for things to do, with planned activities, social events, and recreational programs that can include live music, barbecues, scenic bus tours, cooking classes, educational sessions, pet therapy, exercise classes, and religious services both onsite and offsite, and there are always new ways to get involved, such as resident-run activities and day trips, so if someone's interested in a more social lifestyle, there are plenty of ways to join in at their own pace. The community provides home-cooked meals with vegetarian, kosher, and special diets like for diabetes, and residents also get fresh orange juice daily, which adds a nice touch to mealtimes. There's a beautician for grooming and styling, Wi-Fi throughout, and both indoor and outdoor common areas for relaxing or meeting with neighbors, friends, and visitors, who are welcome under the facility's visitation policy, making it easy for families to stay connected; in fact, families can log in to a camera system to check in on loved ones whenever they want, and the staff keeps everyone updated and responds fast to any concerns, which people seem to appreciate.
Memory care at A Banyan Residence helps seniors with Alzheimer's disease or other kinds of dementia, and the program uses unique care plans, a monitored and secure environment, and activities to support cognitive health, with a focus on blending memory care and assisted living residents together for meals and other group activities, so no one has to feel alone or set apart. The community offers a continuum of care, so residents can stay in the same apartment as their needs change, with personalized assistance, 12 to 16-hour nursing, mental wellness programs, medication services, special diets, and help with transfers, all overseen by a care team that's committed to meeting each person's needs. For those who want more independence, there are independent living options and non-care services like local transportation, move-in help, housekeeping, fitness programs, and help arranging doctor's appointments, plus staff can advise on costs and payment methods for peace of mind.
Other everyday details include a 24-hour call system for safety, on-site doctors and therapists, handicap-accessible features, and a focus on fair housing with equal opportunity for all, so every resident gets the chance at a comfortable and safe retirement. Community events, like Sunday afternoon cookouts, give families and visitors lots of chances to come by, get to know the place, and build connections together. The community has earned a "Best of Senior Living 2025" recognition, and it's often described as beautiful and welcoming, making it a steady and friendly choice for seniors looking for both independence and support.
