Solista Durham by Cogir is a senior living community for folks looking for independent living, assisted living, memory care, or even nursing home services, and it sits on a large property with ponds, walking trails, and lots of wildlife, which gives it a calm feel with spots for residents to watch nature or take a stroll. The place has many kinds of floor plans, including studios, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments, so people can pick what suits them best, and all the apartments have features like safety rails in the bathrooms, walk-in tubs, kitchenettes with modern finishes, big storage spaces, and private patios or balconies, plus individual climate control and emergency call systems in each unit to help folks feel safe and comfortable. The building is well-lit and open, designed to help seniors feel at home, and offers accessible housing options, including some barrier-free layouts for those who need them, with wide hallways, elevators, and handrails for safety.
There's a lot to do there, and the place is pet-friendly, so folks can bring their furry friends, and there's a vegetable and herb garden, activity rooms with art supplies, and organized programs like the Melody & Masterpiece Program for creative arts, the Forever Fit Program for instructor-led fitness, the Pawsitive Health Program for pet lovers, and Memories in Motion for sharing life stories, plus Virtual Voyages bringing virtual trips and cultural experiences. Residents get a full calendar with activities in the community and small group outings around town, with transportation provided for shopping and trips. There are field trips, billiards, a game room, TV lounges, movie screenings in the media room, and a library, and residents can join in music events or line dancing, plus biweekly exercise programs led by families to keep people active.
Solista Durham gives people meal options every day in a bright dining hall, with chef-prepared food and menus for various diets, and there's a café-style bistro for casual meals or snacks, or residents can cook for themselves in a resident kitchen. Laundry rooms, high-speed internet, a business center, and covered parking make things more convenient, while housekeeping, linen, and maintenance services are included, so residents don't have to worry about chores. There's a salon and barbershop on-site, along with regular wellness checks for those who want them.
The community also has special safety features like the Lively Mobile Plus Device for emergency help, secure entryways, and controlled-access points, so people can feel secure throughout the day and night. Residents can have their own doctors or home health providers come in if they want, and there's even care for those who need help with daily activities or who have memory issues. Solista Durham is run by Holiday Retirement, a company that's managed independent senior living since 1971, and they run an exclusive travel program, so residents can visit over 300 other retirement communities for up to seven nights without extra charge, keeping services and amenities during their visit.
The decor is craftsman-style, and there's a two-story lobby, plenty of comfortable seating in the common areas, locked mailboxes, an elevator, outdoor gardens, hiking areas, and guest parking, so family and friends can visit easily. Folks get to enjoy a friendly, welcoming atmosphere where daily chores are managed, safety is a priority, and there are always activities and places to gather, whether you want peace and quiet or to stay as engaged as possible.
