Our experience living here in Amavida Senior Living has been good. The staff is very good and very caring, and the place is clean, bright, very clean, and has a very pleasant atmosphere. There's a little courtyard off in the main area that has a swimming pool in it. I just think their activities are geared toward an older group than us.
Amavida Senior Living
Offers Assisted Living, Independent Living, and Memory Care
12 Reviews
7650 Gladiolus Drive, Fort Myers, FL 33907
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(800) 385-2527
Reviews of Amavida Senior Living
Assisted Living Reviews for Amavida Senior Living
April 30, 2022
I am/was a resident of this facility
April 02, 2022
I visited this facility
We've chosen Amavida Senior Living, and my parents will move in next month. It has all the amenities that a person who needs assisted living would enjoy or would want, including pools and meals and the care they need. They have a fitness room. They have at least three restaurants, a bar area, a social area, and a community area with the library. They have a place where you can get periodicals, that's just a coffee bar, we call it. They have some outdoor recreation areas like a bocce area. The staff has been fantastic. They are very, very responsive and incredibly nice, we needed additional information and they got us the information we need. The room is a one-bedroom, two-bathroom has a living room, and also has windows, two closets, a kitchenette, and a very sunlit area that sunlight can go through. There's a lot of windows, large windows. The dining area is a sit-down restaurant-style dining room. It's a relatively new facility, it looks very maintained, I didn't see any problems at all, and the room that my parents will be going in was just renovated, so it was in very good shape.
June 21, 2021
I visited this facility
The one thing that we didn't like about Amavida Senior Living was the room layout. The room didn't have the bedroom connected to the bathroom. You have to walk out of the bedroom and around to get to the bathroom. I think that was the main concern. Everything else, including the fixtures, was very nice. We're actually looking for respite care for my mom. A positive of Amavida Senior Living was that their respite care could extend beyond 30 days, because we're not sure how long she's going to need respite care. The location is a positive, just personally for us. It's a little bit closer to her grandson. The staff was very polite and friendly. It was clean, and it felt homey. They had a library, a pool, restaurant-style dining, outdoor seating with a firepit, a theater, and a workout/physical therapy room.
Provider Response
Thank you so much for your kind words Jennifer. We hope that your mom will be joining us at Amavida for her respite care. We do have a few different floor plans in our Assisted Living community and they all offer a variety of floor designs. Please let us know if we can be of any further assistance to you and your family. Thanks again. Amavida
March 08, 2021
I visited this facility
We have been very impressed with everyone we have met and talked with at Amavida Senior Living. Everyone has been very nice. We haven't made any decisions, but we are happy with all of them. They took us through, we saw a sample room, and we saw the dining area, the recreation area, and different programs they offer. Everybody was very helpful; we didn't have a single bad experience any place.
March 17, 2020
I visited this facility
Amavida Senior Living is a brand new facility, lovely, and we talked to some of the staff that were walking in the halls, and they seemed to be happy working there. We talked to a couple of residents, too. We got to have lunch there and we took a tour with 2 different sales associates, one who was experienced and one who was learning the ropes. They had a hair styling salon on property which we liked because my mother-in-law uses that service. The lunch at the cafeteria or restaurant was lovely, we liked the pool, and the rooms were very nice. It's the number one in our list, and we're looking forward to moving my mother-in-law there.
Independent Living Reviews for Amavida Senior Living
April 27, 2022
I visited this facility
The tour I had of Amavida Senior Living was good and informative. The tour guide was very pleasant and very nice. I'm looking seriously for more information on that place. It's new and very well thought out. The apartments were very nice. It's just a very pleasant community. There was lots of green. I was very pleased with it, plus it's also a very reasonable price. There's a one-bedroom, one-and-a-half-bath. They're not huge square footage wise, but well organized with lots of closets. It's good, and the kitchen was good. It was a nice, complete kitchen.
The dining areas were very nice. They have two restaurants, one for casual and one more formal, with tablecloths for evening dining, and the menu looked wonderful. The staff was very pleasant and accommodating. They had a very nice fitness room with a lot of equipment, not just a treadmill and a bicycle. It's quite well furnished. There were two pools, a lap pool, and a regular pool. There was an art studio. It had everything I wanted. Upkeep and maintenance were excellent. It's clean and sparkling. Everything was great.
March 27, 2022
I visited this facility
We went to Amavida Senior Living. It was very nice, it's very well kept, clean, and there were a lot of activities. They have swimming-type classes, cards and things like that, a movie theater. They have a pool and they have bars, which is always nice. We didn't have an opportunity to try out any food that they have, but my sister's going back there with my mom tomorrow, I believe. We liked the fact that it had different levels of care, the independent, the assisted, and the memory care, all in one campus. That was a plus for us. The staff was very good, knowledgeable, and they were able to answer all of our concerns and questions. They have shuttles that go to some of the nearby stores and things like that. My mom still drives, so that wasn't an issue at this point, but they do have shuttles that take them to some of the local malls, some of the other stores around there, and to doctor appointments and things.
October 26, 2021
I visited this facility
We toured Amavida Senior Living. It was fairly new, and it was clean. It was by the lake and by a park; mom likes to walk. I think it was just too large for her. The staff was very informative. We only met the one staff member. They did have a lot of activities, probably more than what my mother would be willing to partake in. She just felt it was too big, so we really didn't concentrate a lot on it.
August 20, 2021
I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident
My mom moved into Amavida Senior Living. She's in independent living. It's a very friendly and caring environment with lots of activities that she's been able to join in. She goes to their exercise classes, she truly enjoys that. She's gone to a few of the movies too. They have a Fourth of July activity that she's going to be doing. The dining room people are very friendly and the food is good. She just, for the first time, signed up for one of their shopping trips. She's still getting settled, but she's finding nice things to do. The staff is extremely friendly, caring, and very responsive. It's been a very good experience. I've been down there several times and the food is always excellent. We haven't had anything less than good. I also think it's a very reasonable price for everything that she gets.
January 08, 2021
I visited this facility
Amavida Senior Living was the best of all the community I've visited. The apartments were ample size. I was looking at independent living. The courtyard, the grounds, the dining room, it's all much newer than the other places I looked at so I was more impressed. All of the different sections have their own courtyards so there were a lot of outdoor spaces. The apartments go right out into the courtyard, it's right out your backdoor and I like that feature. I saw a swimming pool, I saw an exercise class, I saw a Bingo being played, I saw Backgammon, and I saw several other things going on. It's very clean.
October 19, 2019
I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident
My mother-in-law is moving in to Amavida's independent living in December. I have been a part of the decision making process, have toured the community many times, and had a number of meals as well. It is brand new, modern, and the staff is very friendly. I'm excited for my mom and look forward to visiting just as much.
July 02, 2019
I visited this facility
Amavida Living is a very modern-looking place. The whole building is white and very structured and not interesting looking. It had everything from senior living to medical care. It's very stern, and there was no warmth in it. It was very contemporary. The units were extremely small and the majority of the people there were women. There's a little bit of physical therapy and games. It was just not for me because I'm very healthy. These women had little pushcarts that they got around on. I might consider it 10 years from now.
Questions about Amavida Senior Living
Describe the overall population of assisted living residents at Amavida Senior Living. What is their average age? What are their favorite things to do?
Mid 80 to 90. Many residents enjoy outdoor lifestyle activities, arts and crafts, and games.
What programs or activities does Amavida Senior Living offer to enrich residents' well-being?
Our AL and MCI programming is designed to bring the residents activities that they enjoyed when they were younger. We set them up with the opportunities to enjoy what they enjoyed
What places are near Amavida Senior Living or within walking distance for assisted living residents to enjoy?
We enjoy a private gate entrance to Lakes Park which offers many outdoor activities.
What transportation services does Amavida Senior Living offer to assisted living residents?
We offer local assistance with scheduled transportation within a 10 mile radius.
What makes the chef or dining program at Amavida Senior Living exceptional? What kind of menu can assisted living residents expect?
Our assisted living residents have a beautiful dining room as well as the option on special occasions to dine in the independent living restaurant or enjoy other community special event. amavida is an amazing community lifestyle which is well worth coming to see and experience.
What safety features or security measures does Amavida Senior Living offer to assisted living residents?
We have a 24 hour public safety team and extended hour concierge team at our AL desk to help 7 days a week.
How does Amavida Senior Living keep residents' families informed about their loved ones?
We offer care review meetings quarterly with our wellness team.
If Amavida Senior Living accepts dogs or cats, what indoor/outdoor areas can they enjoy?
Yes, we are pet friendly. Welcoming small pets under 30lbs. We have many outdoor areas to walk dogs and have an small outdoor dog park for unleashed play.
What ongoing senior care training does the staff receive?
We offer many opportunities for staff training with professional partnerships as well as monthly Relias Training for all associates.
What places are nearby for independent living residents to enjoy?
We are right next to Lakes Park which offers 279 acres of wonderful outdoor walking and bike trails. The Sanibel Causeway is just south of Amavida taking you to beaches and terrific restaurants. The Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall, which host world renowned theatre performances, it is 2.3 miles away. The Edison and Ford Estates is a beautiful location to visit to see the gardens and museum. In addition many shopping opportunities are locally available.
What are some recent off-site events that the community activity director at Amavida Senior Living has organized?
The Minnesota Twins host their Spring Training here in Fort Myers and it is fun to attend the baseball games. We have gone to the J. N. "Ding" Darling National Wildlife Refuge on Sanibel.
What safety features or security measures does Amavida Senior Living provide to protect residents who wander?
We offer a 35 resident secure memory care unit, which we call The Meadows, which is attached to our assisted living.
How does Amavida Senior Living keep residents' families informed about their loved ones' health?
Care Plans are the schedule calls or conferences but most of the communication is in the off-scheduled requests and visits. We welcome family to reach out and ask to talk, meet with us and catch up. We look forward to when we can see each other in person again and welcome everyone in for events.
Describe the neighborhood around Amavida Senior Living. Is it located in a residential neighborhood, a business district, a rural setting, or other type of locale?
The area surrounding Amavida is a mix of residential, commercial and Lakes Park the 279 acres Regional Park.
Is Amavida Senior Living affiliated with a hospital if more care is needed?
No, we are not affiliated with a hospital but Lee Hospital system is very close.
Costs for Amavida Senior Living
Services and Amenities of Amavida Senior Living
Costs
- All Inclusive Rent
- Rent Plus Care Fees
- Assisted Living Starting At: $2995/month
- Independent Living Starting At: $2695/month
- Memory Care Starting At: $5795/month
Room and housing options
- 1-bedroom apartments
- 2-bedroom apartments
- Companion Suites: We Do Not Offer Companion Suites.
General
- Resident Capacity: 185
- Minimum Age: 55
- Pets: Small Pets Allowed.
Licenses
- State Licenses: 11969477
About Amavida Senior Living
Welcome to Amavida, a 32-acre, resort-style senior living community in Fort Myers, Florida, designed for those who have a love of life. Choose from maintenance-free cottages, residences, apartments and suites. Indulge in exceptional amenities including a variety of pools, restaurants, bistros, lounges and outdoor dining areas; the aquaVida clubhouse, tennis courts, art studio, library, theater and more.
amavida is a place to revel in an active, carefree and meaningful lifestyle! Offering Independent Living, Assisted Living and Memory Care, as well as an on-site professionally staffed Wellness Center, residents live with calm confidence, knowing that if healthcare needs change, support is right at home.
Independent Living
At amavida’s Independent Living community in Fort Myers, FL, you can have the best of everything. All-inclusive, resort-quality living, one convenient monthly rental fee, no buy-ins or binding contracts, the peace of mind of on-site healthcare, and best of all, the beauty, spirit and style of amavida living.
Assisted Living
We believe that needing assistance should never limit one’s love of life! That’s why residents of amavida's Assisted Living community receive all the services and amenities of a Continuing Care Retirement Facility, but with the financial freedom of a rental community.
Memory Care
In Moments Memory Care at amavida, the care is exceptionally personalized. We offer consistent staffing; the same people provide care for the same residents every day and night. The result? We know our residents and they know us. This consistency supports new friendships, establishes familiarity and creates comfort. Residents spend their days, share meals and enjoy special moments together.
All-inclusive Memory Care offers everything your loved one needs and deserves, while giving you peace of mind and predictable costs.
What Makes Us Special
Amavida Senior Living offers a new kind of independence - one that is infused with a sense of purpose, joy and youthfulness. It’s a feeling of vitality complemented by a sense of comfort. It’s like a refreshing, cool breeze on a summer day - the perfect combination of rejuvenation and calm. And it can only be felt here.
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