Azalea Estates of Gonzales sits as a single-level senior living community for people aged 55 and older, and you'll find they offer different living options like independent living, assisted living, and memory care for those with Alzheimer's or dementia, so a resident could have their own studio, one-bedroom, or deluxe apartment, and there are friendship suite options too if someone prefers that. Meals get served every day-there's always a vegetarian choice-and room service is available, so seniors won't always have to head to the community dining room unless they want company or a change of scene. The chef and staff handle all the cooking, and the gardening club grows flowers in the blooming gardens out back, and people can be found wandering the outdoor walking paths, enjoying the patios, and maybe running into the gardening group or the cooking club. There are indoor common rooms, a computer area, a library, an arts and crafts space, and even a recreation room where they run game nights and hold story time-sometimes the resident music group gets together or folks might try Nintendo Wii bowling.
People who need help with daily tasks like bathing, dressing, or moving from the bed to a wheelchair can get standby or direct staff assistance. The staff are around 24/7, and there are nurses, aides, an on-call doctor, and visiting physical, speech, and occupational therapists who help out with care. Seniors who handle their own insulin or incontinence needs can live here, but the staff always keeps an eye out, and they help with medication management and even offer respite care for those who only need short-term help. Memory care areas have extra safety and supervision for residents who wander or need more structure. The community meets Level 3 Adult Residential Care standards from the Louisiana Department of Health and Hospitals.
Azalea Estates provides several ways for people to stay busy or social, and the activities happen both onsite and offsite, with transportation included for appointments or shopping. There's a beautician and barber onsite, so haircuts are easy to schedule, and spa services offer a bit of comfort. Devotional services are held onsite and offsite for those who want spiritual support. Pets are sometimes allowed, and overnight guests can visit, even sharing mealtime in the private dining room or community spaces. Housekeeping, linen service, dry cleaning, and laundry all get taken care of, and there's free high-speed WiFi, cable TV in the rooms, and plenty of parking for residents and guests. Residents who qualify for VA Aid and Attendance benefits can get help navigating that process. Anyone moving in can expect safety features like wheelchair accessible showers, comfortable and neatly kept rooms, and staff always ready for emergencies. The place is simple to get around, with no stairs, and there's always some activity happening or a quiet corner for those who like to watch gardens bloom.
