Village on the Park Stonebridge Ranch sits close to Wildwood Lake and offers assisted living, memory care, independent living, and skilled nursing care all on one campus, so residents can stay even if their needs change over time, and they've got Elizabeth Blanton as their Executive Director who seems to really keep her focus on supporting wellness and independence, making sure nobody feels like just a number as they age. The place is free-standing and purpose-built, with its own secured memory care building for folks with Alzheimer's or other types of dementia who need extra safety, and staff are there around the clock to help with things like reminders, medication management, supervised activities, incontinence care, and behavioral support, and they can take care of blood sugar testing and insulin injections for those with diabetes, too. Assisted living here means either a studio or semi-private room, and the starting prices run about $7,615 for a studio and $5,195 for a semi-private, with a community fee around $2,500, and they also allow residents to bring along their dogs or cats. Nurses are always on staff, plus visiting doctors, podiatrists, dentists, and therapists come in for extra help when needed, and if a surgery or illness leaves a resident weaker, skilled nursing is right on site so they don't have to move out.
The community lets people age in place because it's part of a continuing care retirement setup, which means whether someone needs no help at all or starts needing more, care can be adjusted without an extra move, and with home care and residential care available, even those needing full-time helpers can be accommodated. Meals are made by a chef and served restaurant-style, but room service and guest meals are part of the deal, and special diets like low-sodium or low-sugar are handled by the kitchen staff. There's a lot to do both indoors and outside, since they have activities like karaoke, Wii bowling, wine tasting, art and cooking classes, stretching and chair yoga, pet-focused group events, and outings around town, plus wheelchair accessible showers throughout and Wi-Fi for staying connected.
People in independent living get their own private spots among stylish apartment homes, with access to the same meals, activities, and amenities as other residents, and there's a range of layouts, including spacious studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom options. Staff help with activities of daily living and transfers, including using mechanical lifts when that's needed, while a concierge service is available for arranging appointments or rides. Pet programs, educational lectures, intergenerational events, devotional services, and beautician services add to community life. The grounds include inviting common spaces and nice landscaping, and the community's been recognized with a Best of Senior Living Award, though people say it's the caring staff and active atmosphere that seem to matter most. Smoking is allowed outdoors, visitors and residents can park on site, and for those who need a short break or end-of-life care, respite and hospice are also provided. The place is well-suited to seniors who want to live independently but feel reassured knowing extra help's always nearby when life makes it necessary.
