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About The Meridian at Westwood Assisted Living
Do you want a social community, individual care, and amenities? The Meridian at Westwood does our best to provide this and more. Our community was designed to a quiet, beautiful community settled in the center of Fort Walton Beach. We offer convenient access to shopping, restaurants, parks and more entertainment available in Fort Walton Beach. Banks, hospitals, and medical facilities are also nearby.
Every day is an opportunity filled endless choices for our senior residents to enrich their lives. Residents can pursue favorite activities or pursue new ones. We have regularly scheduled events every month as well clubs and a social dining setting. Our goal is to always foster an atmosphere that fills our residents with inspiration and to live their lives to the fullest. Our staff is warm and friendly and is here to serve our seniors among the beautiful surroundings of our community.
The Meridian at Westwood Independent Living, Assisted Living and Memory Care
The Meridian at Westwood has built a reputation providing quality independent living, assisted living, and memory care services for residents. Our seniors enjoy their independence, but also get help with daily activities.
We provide bright and spacious apartments designed to make every senior feel at home. Windows that provide natural light, carpeting, closet and safety measures installed so family members can keep peace of mind. The staff is some of the best in Fort Walton Beach, they're always available to help with any level of services our residents need. We can assist with medical reminders to designing exercise programs and scheduling entertainment events. We designed the dining area at The Meridian at Westwood to be a cozy, home style setting for our residents and family members. Our specialty is customized menus that provide delicious, home cooked meals that meet the needs of all residents.
The Meridian at Westwood Amenities & Services
Residents have access to Barber Shop, Free Wi-Fi, Fitness center, Outside patio garden, Golf course / golf putting green / mini golf, TV Lounge, Meeting room, Computer room, Free cable satellite tv, Beauty Salon, Game room, Piano / Organ, Atrium, Library, Movie Room / Theater, Bar / pub, Free parking, Cafe / Bistro, Skilled nursing, Home Care Agency on-site, Devotional Services Onsite, Swimming Pool / Hot Tub, Outdoor Common Areas, Indoor Common Areas, Activities Onsite, Devotional Services Offsite, Meals Provided, Activities Offsite, Beautician Onsite, Grocery shopping service, Laundry service / dry-cleaning, Housekeeping provided, Visiting Chaplain, Religious Services: Catholic, Religious Services: Protestant and other facility comforts so seniors feel right at home. Our fully-trained staff is always friendly and available to help seniors feel right at home.
Our facility has Professional chef, Room service, Guest meals, Restaurant style dining, Private dining room, Property Convenient to Busline, Complimentary Transportation, Resident Parking Available, Hospice Available, Aging in Place, Respite Offered and other ways we keep seniors active and healthy. Our staff works really hard to keep our aging residents active and independent, keeping everyone feeling young and healthy.
Residents enjoy of a full schedule of social, educational and entertaining activities. Our structured program helps all residents maintain a high quality of life. Many of our activities encourage members to socialize and develop friendships with other residents. We make sure the activities are fun and entertaining.
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(800) 755-1458The Meridian at Westwood Assisted Living Location
The Meridian at Westwood Assisted Living
1001 Mar Walt Dr, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32547
Pricing & Availability
(800) 755-1458Available Living Options
- Assisted Living
- Independent Living
- Memory Care
The Meridian at Westwood – Reviews
December 2022
My dad stays here and LOVES IT! There's always plenty of activities for the residents and the staff is amazing and friendly. Tammy is very attentive and responsive and Tim with maintenance runs a tight ship. Highly recommend this place for senior living.
November 2022
Recently I had the opportunity to work with the team at Meridian at Westwood. This experience has been a gift for the heart. The people who work here really care about the residents and the community. I would retire here honestly it’s so beautiful, warm and friendly. I can recommend this community because I’ve learned it inside and out. It’s a good place with a welcoming population of seniors that make you feel at home
November 2021
I toured a few senior living homes for mother. My mother is 85. Meridian at Westwood hit the mark. I found Meridian at West was much cheaper than Bob Hope Village but Meridian at West wood was more home-like. Westwood also seems to have more daily activities than the other facilities. Brookdale in Destin was VERY nice and beautifully nestled in the Bay Town Wharf area’s multi-million dollar home subdivisions. Brookdale was a little more expensive, the rooms were nice but they were also slightly smaller—although nicely laid out. Brookdale had a colder feeling to me, although it is a pretty place and the resident apartments have screened in porches. Brookdale also did not offer independent living, which is really what my mother needed for now. I ultimately decided I didn’t want to battle summer tourist traffic each week to drive to Brookdale, since I live in Niceville. One of the things that I do love about Meridian at Westwood is the social area. The ceiling let’s in direct sunlight, similar to an Antrim. This is the main area for the residents to socialize and it’s surrounded with live trees and beautiful plants. It’s beautiful. All of these senior living places are expensive, in my opinion. My mother could only afford a studio apartment, in the independent living category, since she is living off of the proceeds from her home sale. HOWEVER, despite this, we were able to comfortably fit a love seat, a recliner, coffee table, end table, a bistro cafe table set in her kitchen area and a full size bed and bed side table. Her studio apartment is perfect for her. It’s manageable and it lets in lots of light. Everyday they check on her, all meals are included and she is already making friends. The residents and the staff have been so welcoming. It was a very big transition for my mother but Meridian at Westwood is looking to be the right decision. I wish we would have placed her there sooner. I hope others find this review helpful.
September 2021
Aisha is the best! She helped my dad find the perfect room. The atrium is so open and beautiful!
July 2021
I have been a resident for over 5 years. Over all I have been very happy here. Very relaxed and enjoy the happy hour! I have a nice group I sit with and have a good time. Have made some good friend here. I feel safe and comfortable with my cat in my apartment. The staff here gets a 10 star rating. They go over and above the call of duty to help everyone here. I dont think you can find a better place to live.
April 2021
Hi everyone. Im Julie Noble ( Jules) The Activities Director at The Meridian at Westwood in Fort Walton Beach. I just wanted to say that I will be celebrating my first year working here at the end of April 2021. So many challenges we were faced with but the management team and staff worked so hard everyday to see that the needs of our residents were not only met, but exceeded. My job is to bring the fun, and keep everyone happy and upbeat and I sure do take that seriously! Ask anyone whos seen me dancing in the dining room! Ha! We are so blessed and privilidged to serve such incredible residents. We are a big family here. If you have a beloved family member looking for a wonderful, warm and compassionate place to live, please send them here. We cant wait to meet them!
April 2021
Great place to work. Everyone works together for the common goal of providing a friendly, caring and quality living environment for seniors.
February 2021
A family member moved into the Meridian this month and we are very happy that we chose this place! The Meridian is clean, brightly lit, and feels like a resort hotel. The marketing staff went out of their way to make our transition from another state to FL as seamless as possible, in spite of the pandemic. We received accurate information and were informed of options throughout the process. The caretakers on our floor are helpful, cheerful, and treat our family member like an adult. We are very happy with our decision.
January 2021
I visited this community in October and it was clean and the employees and residents were really engaged with each other. The pool is sparkling and the food looked delicious. I had the best hamburger and DELICIOUS fries for lunch. Great Place!
December 2020
After living at The Meridian for one month, it felt like home. The staff is amazingly friendly and accommodating. The food is almost too delicious if you are watching your waistline. The one bedroom apartment is spacious. There is an overall welcoming and friendly atmosphere and newcomers are made to feel welcome both by the staff and other residents. Medical care is steps away at the hospital or at the White Wilson Medical Center. The arrangement of the apartments around a six-story indoor atrium invites socializing.
December 2020
My mother is currently a resident in an independent living room. Meridian staff look after their residents well in both independent living and assisted living. The level of care and attention seniors receive at the Meridian exceeds my expectations. Staff are friendly, and they check in on independent living residents too. Theres a nurse onsite as well for consultation, and thats not something a senior will have at home.
December 2020
I visited this with my Mom yesterday and it is a beautiful big place. A large atrium that feels like a fancy hotel surrounded by rooms on 5 floors. The dining room is gorgeous with fancy dinnerware. This place speaks of more independent living which my Mom liked. The rooms are bigger and the mini kitchen had a regular refrigerator, mini stove and oven. But after a few hand dish washing episodes, I think she would be down in dining hall. They have an activity book you can sign up to go places with. It feels like a more independent living, protected community than an assisted living facility. My concern is more levels, more walking or rollating for my Dad to get from room to main level, and busyness of elevators at prime times and capacity size with wheel chairs and rollators inside. It might tend to make him stay in room more although my Mom would go out still. All in all both places we visited were lovely and more than I expected. Its all about what your wants and needs are in the end.
July 2020
My dad has been at the Meridian both on the Independent side as well as the Assisted side. Staff is caring and respectful and have helped make a difficult life transition easier! I would recommend!
June 2020
With this Pandemic has caused us mot to be able to see our Mom. Having this. Mothers Day Parade was special to her and us. Little things like this stays in mouth our
June 2019
I spent 7 years in Destin in individual living. When I turned 98 years old, I got tired of doing housework, laundry, etc. and I began searching this area of Florida for a retirement community. After looking at several retirement communities I finally found the best one in the area. The Meridian at Westwood was by far the best I had seen and I could not help but move in. The community offered so much more than the others I had seen. I had not doubt this was the place I wanted to live the rest of my life. I have been here two years now and I am glad I chose The Meridian to spend the rest of my years. Now at 100 years old I have enjoyed my last two years and have no complaints. There are many amenities, but the atrium with the palm trees provide an outdoor feel while indoors! Like an upscale hotel. The residents are friendly. Daily activities and weekly entertainment keep you busy. The food is excellent. I could not of found a better community.
November 2018
We came here as an ambulance strike team during hurricane Michael. We were camped out in the parking lot when someone noticed. The Meridian staff opened their doors and welcomed us into some empty rooms in their facility and treated us better than well! From food, lodging, showers and air conditioning, hospitality was abundant. If they care for a bunch of Paramedics and EMTs from all over the country the way they did, I can only imagine the care received by the residents! Speaking of which, all of the residents seemed genuinely happy in their clean home with more amenities than I can list. The staff knows them all by name. THANK YOU MERIDIAN STAFF!
October 2018
Caring
Everything was exceptionally nice. The decorations and food were delicious and everything was so professionally done! Staff very friendly. I was impressed.
October 2018
Caring
Cocktail reception was exceptional. Food, beverage, entertainment, service were all a 10 out of 10.
September 2018
I love working for this company
August 2018
Caring
We like The Meridian at Westwood. It is where we are going to be putting my mom. They have quite a few residents. There are lots of activities. They also have independent living, which is what my mom requires, but when she goes to dependent care, she can stay at the same place. Basically, that's what we like the most about it. The apartments are nice. They're perfect for an 84-year-old lady. They have a library, church services, a putting green, and all kinds of tables where they can sit around and play cards. They even have a pool, and you can go in there and swim. There's quite a bit of activities. They also do different events. My mom can do her own laundry, which she likes to do. They have a buffet breakfast, and then the lunch and dinner are a la carte, so they get to order from a menu. You can go down and get coffee anytime you want. If my mom decides to skip a meal, she can always go down and have snacks. Plus, she will be in a room with a refrigerator and a microwave. It is also a very clean place.
July 2018
The Meridian staff are wonderful and helpful. We worked with Diane Mallon for an out-of-state move that went seamlessly. We visited many senior communities in this area and The Meridian's options for independent living with support services is the best.
July 2018
We here at Bayshore Designs are having a blast at The Meridian. Such a wonderful facility. The residents are having fun looking at all the great things all the vendors have to offer.
July 2018
Thank you Suncrest Omni along with Sonshine Caregivers Nurse Pros for planning a special painting event event for the residents at Meridian at Westwood.
July 2018
Diane Mallon has been a wonderful support getting my dad moved into the Meridian. It has been a difficult decision but the staff have been so helpful, especially Chad who went out of his way to make the room perfect. We are looking forward to a great relationship with the Meridian.
July 2018
Caring
The Meridian at Westwood looks very lively and had a great progression of care provided. The common area was happening with a lot of activity. The residents are taking advantage of all they had to offer in the common area. My only concern was it was very hot in there, but I know elderly people get cold easily, and it was temperature controled to be that warm. Other than that, the staff was very friendly. The facilities were nice. The place was lively and clean. The mood in the area was very uplifting.
June 2018
My daughter Michele is from Pensacola is visiting today and we are going out for lunch at the Sugar Mill the best place around for lunch and buying cakes and other pastries
May 2018
We here at Bayshore Designs are having a blast at The Meridian. Such a wonderful facility. The residents are having fun looking at all the great things all the vendors have to offer.
March 2018
I live here and I love it! The staff is attentive, kind, and helpful. The meals are excellent. My family joined me today at the Easter brunch, which was delicious! A large variety of activities is available. Trips to local stores are offered regularly. The facility is currently undergoing major remodeling and will be better than ever.
December 2017
Caring
The Meridian at Westwood was very nice, neat, clean and updated. The room had a refrigerator, microwave, garbage disposal, and a very nice, full bedroom that's very light and airy. They had a swimming pool, a bistro where you can go and have coffee anytime, a library with computers, a putting green and a theater. The staff was very caring and while we were waiting, they brought our freshly baked chocolate chip cookies. The people there would say, "hi, how are you," so everybody was very friendly. They're redoing a lot of it so it's very new and modern-looking.
September 2017
Caring
The rooms at The Meridian at Westwood were very nice. They had lots of activities there and very nice, upscale dining. They had plenty of amenities and pretty much everything, except for a swimming pool. The staff was very friendly, helpful, and willing to accommodate us. The facility was very nice, up-to-date, and remodeled. They provide transportation for the residents for activities and doctors' appointments.
August 2017
The view is beautiful, loving environment. Been working there for 2wks my mom had been there for 23 yrs. Working.
August 2017
Caring
I liked the interior and the wide open spaces at The Meridian at Westwood. They had a swimming pool and a salon to get your hair done, manicures, and pedicures. You do your own laundry, but they clean the rooms. The staff was very informative and very helpful with any questions I had. It's very clean and it's the homiest place I've visited. It's on the top of my list.
August 2017
Caring
I visited The Meridian at Westwood and I saw independent and assisted living. I had some of their food, which was very good. I had two different people that showed me around who were very informative. It was a little bit nicer and a little bit more expensive than the other place I visited.
July 2017
What an amazing concept for senior living. A beautiful building smack in the center of the hospital district. I attended an art show hosted by the community and didn't want to leave. The residents and staff were so welcoming I couldn't resist when a lady asked if I would like to see her apartment. It was beautiful and so well maintained. I am confident that when the time comes for me to have to consider senior living options for my parents The Meridian will be first on my list!!
July 2017
Friendly staff is always greeting us, when we are there. Love it, and highly recommended!!
May 2017
Caring
I put my father in the Meridian at Westwood. It is very spacious; it is about 6 stories tall with the assisted living on the third floor. They have a courtyard, a library, a cafeteria area, and a pool.
October 2016
There caring staff is exceptional. It is a facility that I recommend over and over.
October 2016
Caring
I toured the facility this past week, and all I can say is WOW!! Considering moving my grandmother into the assisted living facility on the 3rd floor of the building. It was beautiful! The assisted living is BRAND NEW, and very up to date! I was able to meet multiple staff members while touring the ALF, and all of the nursing staff was incredibly friendly! The residents living there currently were eating lunch during the tour, and I loved that music was being played for them! I saw multiple smiles on the residents faces & they all appeared incredibly happy to be living there. So thankful for such great senior care, and I look forward to moving my grandmother there! Great Job Meridian ALF!
July 2016
This is a great place to live. There are so many amenities. Great location and great staff.
July 2016
What a beautiful community. Visited a friend that moved in recently and I am in love with this place. As soon as you walk in, I smelled fresh baked cookies. Was pleasantly greeted by the receptionist who had the best smile. She was so very kind and gave me the directions to the room that I needed. The atrium is expansive and beautiful with so much natural light. I was so amazed at the size of my friends room. She asked if I wanted to stay for lunch, and immediately went to her TV where she flipped to a channel that showed the menu and the activities for the day. The food was amazing. Great salad bar and the food was fresh. Oh my at the dessert... didn't think food in places like this could be so good. This is definitely on my list of the place I want to go when I get ready to retire and enjoy life!! Wonderful!!
July 2016
Loved the location:Hospital and most doctors offices within walking distance. Staff very nice and professional. Great food and service. Very nice facility!
April 2016
Friendly staff is always greeting us, when we are there. Love it, and highly recommended!!
October 2015
I have lived at The Meridian for more than a year. It has a wonderful atrium, lots of card games going on all the time. The staff is very helpful from the maids who clean your room, to the waiters in the dining room. There are many activities to keep you busy and entertainers are brought in.
October 2015
I have lived at the Meridian for almost two years. The new friends I have made make me feel at home. The food is good, there are activities to suit everyone, the staff is friendly and helpful. Upgrades are underway and the facility will be even more beautiful!
October 2015
Retirement at it's BEST! We are very pleased with the facility, staff and activities offered. Peace of mind knowing our loved one is happy and well taken care of is worth a Million Dollars! All around a good choice for our family. Thank you!
October 2015
This community is gorgeous and the staff is so loving, caring and helpful.
October 2015
Excellent staff and a clean and care for building.
October 2015
You will love the staff. You are their #1. New and clean.
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Community Details
The Meridian at Westwood Amenities and Services
Amenities
- Barber Shop
- Free Wi-Fi
- Fitness center
- Outside patio garden
- Golf course / golf putting green / mini golf
- TV Lounge
- Meeting room
- Computer room
- Free cable satellite tv
- Beauty Salon
- Game room
- Piano / Organ
- Atrium
- Library
- Movie Room / Theater
- Bar / pub
- Free parking
- Cafe / Bistro
- Skilled nursing
- Home Care Agency on-site
- Devotional Services Onsite
- Swimming Pool / Hot Tub
- Outdoor Common Areas
- Indoor Common Areas
- Activities Onsite
- Devotional Services Offsite
- Meals Provided
- Activities Offsite
- Beautician Onsite
- Grocery shopping service
- Laundry service / dry-cleaning
- Housekeeping provided
- Visiting Chaplain
- Religious Services: Catholic
- Religious Services: Protestant
Services
- Professional chef
- Room service
- Guest meals
- Restaurant style dining
- Private dining room
- Property Convenient to Busline
- Complimentary Transportation
- Resident Parking Available
- Hospice Available
- Aging in Place
- Respite Offered
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The Meridian at Westwood Housing and Staff
Living Types Available
Staff
- Dedicated concierge
- Medical Director: MD
- Full time activity director
- ADL Assistance
- Medication care managers / Medication Technicians
- Visiting optometrist
- Visiting Occupational Therapist
- Visiting Physical Therapist
- Nurses on Staff
- 24-Hour Awake Staff
- Visiting Podiatrist
- Homecare Onsite
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