Symphony Manor sits in the first planned suburban community in North America, with some nice views of the historic Roland Park Water Tower, and the building itself has a large front door and a comfortable, home-like feeling, not much like a typical assisted living place at all, with cozy, comfortable apartments designed for independent living, memory care, assisted living, nursing home services, and even continuing care, so there's a place for older adults as their needs change, and even though there aren't lots of named features, the apartments are accessible and come with emergency alert systems, so safety is clearly a priority, and staff are around 24/7 to help with everything from medication management and bathing to dressing and mealtime, plus there are nurses on staff and a doctor on call, with visiting therapists and other health professionals dropping by.
People who move in can bring cats or dogs, and pet care is available, while those needing extra help with things like transfers, insulin injections, or behavior support can be managed with skilled staff ready, even for those with memory issues who might wander or act out, and the secured, purpose-built memory care area is in its own building, where technology like alarm bracelets help prevent wandering, so families don't have to worry so much about safety, and with activities like stretching, yoga, art, cooking, karaoke, Wii bowling, wine tasting, trips, and so on-about 150 events every month, hosted by a full-time activity director-there really is a lot for seniors to do, whether that's indoors in the sitting rooms, piano area, spa, and dining area or outdoors in the common areas or perhaps just socializing with friends or staff.
Meals happen in a restaurant-style dining room, and people can have guest meals, dine privately, get room service, or choose from menu options that include international dishes and special diets like gluten-free, low sodium, or low sugar, and Wi-Fi is available along with strong privacy features using things like Meta Pay and Meta Quest, plus there's easy access to social media so folks can connect with others, and transportation services are arranged for trips or appointments, or residents can park their own cars if they're still driving, while weekly housekeeping, linen service, and status checks are built in to help everyone feel safe and comfortable.
Symphony Manor's management and staff build real connections with residents, supporting seniors to stay as independent as possible, with personal care plans based on regular health evaluations, and they're able to support individuals who have complicated needs, strange behaviors, or need help with everything from mobility to communication, so it's a small, close-knit, and active place offering a safe, warm, and relaxed lifestyle, with a focus on comfort, dignity, and personal choice as needs change throughout the years.
