Estates, known formally as Wilshire Estates Gracious Retirement Living, is a vibrant and welcoming senior living community dedicated to providing an enriching lifestyle for its residents. With a guiding philosophy centered around enjoying life and enriching the lives of others, Estates sets itself apart by fostering a warm, family-style environment where comfort, safety, and security are at the heart of daily living. The community’s management teams live on-site, ensuring attentive support is always available whenever residents need assistance, helping to nurture a sense of familiarity and trust that allows everyone to feel truly at home.
The living spaces at Estates are thoughtfully designed to cater to a range of preferences. Residents can choose from more than 50 unique floor plans, selecting the apartment that best fits their desires for space and style. Each residence is crafted to feel inviting and personalized, featuring cozy, neatly arranged bedrooms with light wooden furnishings, cream-colored ornate bedspreads, and framed floral artwork adorning the walls. Modern conveniences are seamlessly integrated, such as bathrooms connected to bedrooms and ample storage with sliding door closets, ensuring both comfort and practicality.
At Estates, daily life is punctuated by gracious, home-cooked meals served to residents at their tables with a smile from the attentive staff. The culinary experience prioritizes freshness and quality, with food made truly from scratch and tailored to satisfy a variety of tastes. Dining becomes more than just sustenance; it's an opportunity to gather, reconnect, and share fellowship in the company of friends and neighbors. In addition to exceptional dining, Estates offers an engaging schedule of activities directed by a committed team whose passion lies in enriching the lives of older adults. The calendar is filled with enjoyable social gatherings, game nights, special events, wellness programs, and outings to local attractions, helping to ensure that every resident can find opportunities to connect, learn, and find fulfillment.
Another distinctive aspect of Estates is the inclusivity of its services. Residents enjoy the convenience of rent that covers housing, utilities, maintenance, dining, transportation, and participation in community-planned activities. Transportation is provided as a courtesy, making it effortless for residents to attend appointments, run errands, or enjoy outings to restaurants and events in the Silver Spring, Maryland area. Should residents need basic assistance, such as medication reminders, they have the flexibility to arrange support through reputable third-party home health care providers already familiar with the community, ensuring that each individual pays only for the services they genuinely require.
The shared spaces at Estates are designed to foster relaxation and sociability, from inviting common rooms perfect for lively conversations to tranquil outdoor areas that encourage quiet reflection. The atmosphere throughout is marked by a sense of warmth, compassion, and genuine connection, as illustrated by moments of joy—residents laughing together, engaged in friendly games, or sharing stories with the dedicated staff. The team at Estates is driven by a spirit of hospitality and a sincere desire to make a difference in the lives of those they serve, creating an environment where residents can truly unwind, embrace each day, and pursue the enriching retirement they deserve. Whether spending time in tastefully decorated living quarters, joining in on a vibrant activity, or simply enjoying a well-prepared meal, life at Wilshire Estates is thoughtfully crafted to ensure seniors live well, connected, and fulfilled.