Vi at Palo Alto

Vi at Palo Alto sits on 23 acres of Stanford Property and offers independent living, assisted living, skilled nursing, memory care, and a continuing care retirement community, so residents can stay even as their needs change, and the independent living apartments come in sizes ranging from 826 to 4,212 square feet, with up to 3 bedrooms and 3.5 bathrooms, and many have private balconies or patios, contemporary kitchens, and large bathrooms that include built-in safety features, and if someone needs assisted living, there are studio and one- or two-bedroom apartments with up to 864 square feet, while the skilled nursing area handles medical and rehabilitation needs with 24/7 nurse-supervised caregivers and private rooms, and the memory care program is for people facing Alzheimer's or dementia, including tailored activities and support for their safety and dignity. Pets up to 30 pounds are allowed, making it easier for people to bring a beloved animal with them, and there are plenty of opportunities to get involved or stay busy since the community offers lectures, performances, book and bridge clubs, fitness classes, discussions about current events, art studios, music programs, and hobbies, plus outdoor walking paths, an indoor swimming pool, a hot tub, game rooms, library, and landscaped grounds for enjoying fresh air or a stroll. Apartments are newly renovated in many areas, especially the community spaces like the Great Room, Creekside Lounge, and restaurants, so everything feels kept up, and staff are hired for their kindness and training, working under licensed nurses to provide ongoing support around the clock. Residents can use the on-site wellness center or hire extra in-home caregivers if needed, and there are personalized care plans, including physical, occupational, and speech therapy offered onsite, plus transportation is available if someone needs to get to local doctors, shops, or parks, because the area around Vi at Palo Alto has lots of resources nearby. Meals are served with plenty of dietary choices like vegetarian options, and there are devotional services for those who want them, both onsite and offsite, so social, spiritual, and physical well-being are part of daily life. The ViLiving Well program aims to keep people active and engaged, with plenty for everyone to do and a focus on lifelong learning and well-being, all while building a meaningful community where everyone contributes in some way no matter their background or needs. Residents pay an entry fee that can range from about $1 million to more than $8 million depending on the apartment size and refund options, and monthly fees go from about $5,700 to over $13,000 for single occupancy, and higher for couples, with two main pricing options and choices on how much of the entry fee gets repaid if someone moves out, and every year fees increase, which is common in these continuing care communities. The community allows direct entry into assisted living, not just moving in from independent living, and offers help with daily tasks, along with memory support for greater needs, and encourages independence, trying to provide support but also let people do as much as they can for themselves, and over the years, Vi Senior Living has aimed to create places that respect older adults, hiring people who care about service and dignity, focusing on keeping the environment both stimulating and comfortable for all who live there.