St. Anthony's Gardens sits at 601 Holy Trinity Dr in Covington, LA, and covers about 24 acres of green, wooded land that's kept up nicely, so it always looks pleasant and feels peaceful, with plenty of space to move around and enjoy the outdoors, and inside there are independent apartments, assisted living units, and special memory care suites for people who need more help, and they've got features like high ceilings, crown molding, kitchens with full-sized appliances, walk-in closets, and storage space, along with secured walking areas for folks in memory care. The place offers several ways to get support, with independent living if folks want to do most things themselves, assisted living for help with daily activities like bathing, dressing, or managing medicine, and memory care for residents with Alzheimer's or dementia, where full-time staff check in and there's a nurse available all the time in the assisted and memory care sections, and scheduled transportation is provided when residents want or need to go out. There's a grand dining room and a smaller private dining area with chef-prepared meals, so folks don't have to worry about cooking, and the food is meant to be nutritious and taste good, and they've got social dining to help people meet and spend time together.
Residents can join clubs or spend time in shared spaces like an art studio, a theater for entertainment, and activity rooms for fitness, cultural events, or just relaxing, and there are both indoor and outdoor spots like covered porches, chapels, courtyards, and a homey lobby so nobody feels like they're in an institution. The community offers exercise rooms for both cardio and strength training, a beauty salon, a business center, a library, and Wi-Fi for those who want to stay connected, and there's a café for a more casual bite to eat. On top of that, you'll find programs for physical and occupational therapy, as well as support with medications, and volunteers often come in to help or run programs, which means residents can get involved with their community if they want. There are ongoing activity schedules with trips, special events, and services both on site and off, including devotional gatherings. Pets aren't allowed, and there's no parking available for residents at this time. Communication seems good, as the staff keeps families informed, especially in emergencies or when important issues come up. St. Anthony's Gardens is a non-profit that's been around since 1994, and the staff try to keep things tidy and give the place a welcoming, home-like feel with clean spaces and plenty of services to help seniors stay social, maintain independence, and enjoy their days, no matter their needs.
