Resthaven Of Hardee County sits along Rest Haven Road in Zolfo Springs, right in the heart of Hardee County, and the facility itself looks more like a big, comfortable single-family home built back in 2006, with its sturdy wood construction, metal roof, and a mix of both carpet and hardwood floors you'll notice right away when you walk in, and you'll probably see the fireplace there too, which brings a bit of warmth to the shared spaces. Residents get to live in private bedrooms that are simple but comfortable, with help available for daily needs like getting dressed, bathing, or managing medications, and the staff keeps an eye on everyone 24 hours a day with a call system in place, so folks feel safe whether it's daytime or night. There's room for up to 38 seniors, so the place doesn't feel crowded, and people can make friends but also find some peace if that's what they prefer.
There are several shared community features, like a well-stocked library, a big garden out back with walking paths, and a recreation room for planned activities and crafts, and every now and then there are scheduled movie nights and resident-run events to bring people together. For residents who enjoy a little pampering or just want to keep up with grooming, there's a barber and salon, plus a traveling hairdresser who drops by. The facility offers respite stays for those who need short-term care, and there's hospice and memory care too, so folks with special medical needs or memory issues can get personalized support. Meals are homemade and served three times daily, and if a resident has diabetes or high blood pressure, the staff can adjust the meal plan to help out.
Residents can take part in music activities, crafts, exercise classes, and board games, and there are wellness programs like music therapy or pet therapy for those who like that sort of thing, plus areas for relaxation indoors and outdoors. Transportation is organized for medical appointments, shopping trips, and religious gatherings, so people don't have to worry about getting around. There's even a spa and steam room that some folks like to use for wellness or just to unwind. The facility does its best to create a homelike, active place where residents feel comfortable getting the level of help they need, whether they're there for assisted living, memory support, hospice care, or just a short stay to recover or give family a break.
