Osprey Lodge

1761 Nightingale Ln, Tavares, FL 32778

4.9 / 5.0 60 Reviews

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About Osprey Lodge

Osprey Lodge is a community that offers a complete package of senior services. Our residents enjoy all the local activities and entertainment that Tavares has to offer. Our community is positioned perfectly for residents to take advantage of local events.

Our community is focused on serving each resident's individual needs and choices. We offer services that celebrate the people we serve, helping stay independent and make their own choices. Our commitment is reflected in the dedication of our staff offering a higher level of services and a better quality atmosphere to live in. Our business is about serving you, our resident. We look forward to having the opportunity to get to know you and serve you the best way we know how.

Osprey Lodge Memory Care

Osprey Lodge creates a positive environment for our memory care residents. We treat all of our residents with respect no matter what stage of dementia they suffer from.

We offer a variety of floor plan options, including kitchenette and bathroom additions. There are also safety features available like fire and medical alert systems for emergencies. Our staff works hard to maintain our principles and preserve the dignity of our senior residents from Tavares. We encourage independence and celebrate the independence of our residents. Osprey Lodge meal plans that are prepared with fresh ingredients daily from specially designed menus. We also offer snacks between meal times. Private dining, family style, cookouts, picnics are all available for every style of meal that could be desired. We can accommodate for nearly every type of diet.

Osprey Lodge Amenities & Services

We offer seniors the latest amenities in comfort that they would enjoy in the comfort of their own homes. Cafe / Bistro, Library, Movie Room / Theater, Free parking, Fireplaces in common areas, Game room, Piano / Organ, Beauty Salon, TV Lounge, Free cable satellite tv, Free Wi-Fi, Meeting room, Outside patio garden, Computer room, Fitness center, Billiards lounge, Raised gardening beds, Barber Shop, Meals Provided, Beautician Onsite, Activities Offsite, Devotional Services Offsite, Activities Onsite, Indoor Common Areas, Devotional Services Onsite, Outdoor Common Areas, Specialized Training for Caregivers, Walking Paths - outdoor, Walking Paths - indoor, Religious Services: Protestant, Visiting Chaplain, Religious Services: Catholic, Religious Services: LDS / Mormon, Housekeeping provided, Laundry service / dry-cleaning, Home Care Agency on-site are available for all residents. The staff here are fully trained, friendly and accessible. They will help your residents enjoy their stay with us.

We do our best to make sure each resident is able to sustain a healthy, fulfilling life during their stay. In order to do this, our facility has Respite Offered, Wheelchair Accessible Showers, Hospice Available, Aging in Place, Private dining room, Special Diets: Low / No sodium, Vegan options, Restaurant style dining, Special Diets: Gluten-free, Guest meals, Special Diets: Low / No Sugar, Professional chef, International cuisine, Room service, Transportation at Cost, Complimentary Transportation, Resident Parking Available to keep them active. After all, one of the keys to staying independent is staying active.

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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Osprey Lodge Location

Osprey Lodge

1761 Nightingale Ln, Tavares, FL 32778

Pricing & Availability

(800) 755-1458

Available Living Options

  • Assisted Living
  • Independent Living
  • Memory Care

Osprey Lodge – Reviews

4.9 / 5.0 60 Reviews

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December 2022

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RYAN JOHN WISNIEWSKI

storage area. U.S and West of nightingale lane.

December 2022

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Marie Scholl

While searching for my loved one who has dementia, we came across Osprey Lodge, as they can take care of all stages of Alzheimer’s disease residents. This was not easy to accept that I would be unrecognizable to my loved one and that they would eventually need more care. No doubt that Osprey Lodge would be that place. They help the residents and the families with understanding the disease with their knowledge and experience. The staff are amazing at what they do and how seamless they work together, and not to mention that a lot of them have been here for many years. I can explore all areas of the assisted living community with mom, even that she lives in memory care. My favorite part is enjoying the café and the lovely, screened porches overlooking the lake. My advice to you is not to wait – Its nice being the daughter and not the caregiver. Thank you, Osprey Lodge!

November 2022

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Janice Martin

I recently had a wonderful experience visiting this beautiful community. The staff was warm and inviting and the residents were delightfully interactive. There were countless special touches I observed, including the adorable display of one resident’s collection of glass cowboy boots, the artwork, the Veteran’s wall, the lovely porches overlooking the water, the wine shop, and the large apartments. I was particularly impressed with the Director of Dining Services and his passion for creativity. I shared a delicious meal with a very special Director of Sales who clearly loves and is proud of this exceptional assisted living and memory care community. I own a placement service for people looking for senior living and I will be confident to recommend Osprey Lodge.

August 2022

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John Feldman

My mother moved into the Memory Care unit in April of this year. She was treated wonderfully by the staff and our family could not be happier. I saw all of the staff treat everyone there with kindness, understanding and a lot of patience. They organized a mass on tv on Sundays that felt like a community which I will miss. I always felt welcome when I came to see my Mom. From Morgan who greeted me as I came in, to Marcie, Myrna , Sharon and Amy who looked after my Mom. Kris kept the place clean. Michael who is in charge and Mo who helped us register were a pleasure . There were no gotchas.

May 2022

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Vett Bruton

Look who i spotted around town shopping. Local ALF.

August 2021

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Aja Mccann

August 2021

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Krystyna Giebultowski

We are so thrilled to have found Osprey Lodge! Mom was in Tallahassee but we needed to move her closer to us. When I talked to Ruth in sales, I felt this could be it! When we toured it we knew this was it! Everyone is absolutely amazing! Mom has been there since April and this is her forever home! Thank you for taking such good care of her.

July 2021

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Kelly Munday

June 2021

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Diane Butt

I first became acquainted with Osprey Lodge several years ago when my husband developed Alzheimers Disease. He was in memory care for about a year and a half, and now my father who is much older, has been in assisted-living for almost a year. During that entire time I have never once heard a staff member speak a harsh word or show disrespect to a resident. Ive been amazed to watch the employees exhibit superior training during every kind of circumstance, even the most stressful. If I hadnt witnessed that with my husband I wouldnt have brought my father to Osprey Lodge, and as a result of both experiences, I am now planning on moving to Osprey myself when the need arises. I wouldnt be so sure I wanted to go there if I hadnt watched the staff...from administration all the way through the dining room employees...showing caring, kindness, and competency in their jobs. They go really far to try and make living there not only a comfortable experience, but a delightful one as well. I am so grateful that such a wonderful facility exists right here for our family, and I sincerely appreciate the hard work the staff does.

May 2021

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Michael Hurwitz

As the Executive Director of this gorgeous community located in Tavares, Florida, I want to thank each of our residents and their families for placing their faith in our compassionate and competent staff. A community is a family of strangers who have all come together at different stages in their lives; some to receive care and others to give it gladly. We take our residents, their families and our staff and we build a family, dedicated living. I invite you all to become a part of our family.

May 2021

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Douglas Covert

When the stroke at age 90 ended my plan for living out my years alone, my three adult children found several senior living facilities that seemed adequate for their independent-minded (fussy) father. None of them satisfied me until I was escorted through Osprey Lodge. Well! Thats more like it!Apartment living in two huge rooms with tub-shower and private toilet facility; view overlooking Lake Dora. part of the Lake Eustis complex; a mile or so from either Publix or Winn-Dixie; ready access from major highways; proper back porch for entertaining or just meditating; dining room and kitchen for dietitian directed, well-prepared meals in a restaurant atmosphere; weekly laundry and housekeeping services; and a welcoming cadre of seniors living in a well-managed (Allegro) apartment house. What more could I want? I like it! Sign me up!A little more than a year later it has met every expectation, including a daily calendar of in-house organized and directed activities I can choose for participation or not. Im happy here, and my kids are happy about it, too.

May 2021

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Lisa Hettinger

Osprey Lodge has been the best thing for my family! 3 Years ago we were faced with needing Memory Care for our Father and Assisted Living Care for our mother. It was a gut wrenching decision to move them out of their home and into a facility. We did our homework and decided Osprey Lodge would be the best place for them…and all I can say, is we should have done it sooner, especially moving dad into a memory care unit. We lost our father almost a year ago to Alzheimers, and we could not have asked for better people assisting us, caring for our father and helping our Mother. Mom still resides at Osprey Lodge, and she is like a new person! She has a busier social life than most people half her age. Not only does Osprey Lodge provide wonderful care, they ensures the residents (family to them) have entertainment, activities, and socials. They provide excellent communication with the families. Check out their Facebook page to see all the wonderful and fun things they do for their residents. I could not recommend them more!

May 2021

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Le Petit Suite cottage

My Mother lived at Osprey Lodge for 6 years and I have never been more relaxed and happy knowing that she was happy herself and in great hands! Mom loved living at Osprey! They have an amazing, courteous and loving staff and its just a beautiful atmosphere with lots to see and do. I couldnt have chosen a better place for my Moms last years! They TRULY care about their residents and go above and beyond in all they do! THANK YOU!

May 2021

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Nancy Mentzer

Osprey Lodge is far more than just a beautiful place. My father is living in Assisted Living, and my sister and I rest well knowing he is safe and supported by all of the responsive and kind staff. Throughout the extraordinary challenges caused by the pandemic, Osprey management made necessary adjustments in protocols to protect the residents, keeping us well informed all along the way. Their services for everything from dining and housekeeping to the variety and quality of activities, are very impressive. The entire staff has worked tirelessly through this past unprecedented year, and we highly commend them for maintaining their grace and professionalism in the face of enormous unforeseen stresses. We are very grateful to have our Dad living in Osprey Lodge, and we highly recommend it to others.

May 2021

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Patricia Martz

I have had the opportunity to visit many Assisted Living Facilities and find that its much more than the decor. The Director, who has kept everyone informed all thru Covid, the nursing staff who is quick to respond to issues, and the attentive staff who genuinely cares about each resident all are what makes this ALF amazing.

April 2021

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May 2020

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Kenneth Cole Hasty

friendly staff great working environment awesome activities and excellent food I would recommend to check them out for yourself

February 2020

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Colleen Donovan

We toured back in July and my mother in law loved it so much that we had to move her in right away. Staff is wonderful, always entertaining and friendly. My mother in law has found the fountain of youth... shes 86 and lived alone and now she cant get enough done with Bingo, Chicken foot, crafts, Stitching Sisters etc. wonderful place, thank you.

October 2019

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Michele Dunaway-Trinidad

Amazing Community that truly take care of their residents! A real family!

October 2019

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Jana Hailey

Osprey Lodge is the premier Assisted Living facility in Florida as far as I am concerned. The facility itself is beautiful, well-kept and clean. The staff are the best in taking care of the residents. They not only provide a safe place for your loved one, but a happy place as well. I wouldnt want my mother to be anywhere else.

June 2019

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Kay West

May 2019

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MaureenSullivan Hawk

I have lived here going on 5yrs!!enough said ♥

March 2019

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Jenney Tello

March 2019

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Jonathan Sanchez

Nice place, fancy but not stuffy. Dog friendly is always plus

February 2019

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Buffy Smith

February 2019

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Clint McDaniels

January 2019

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Kathy Giebel-Rush

We just placed my mother in law in memory care and I can not say more about the staff caring for her. Everyone has been kind and compassionate and made her feel important and welcomed. She attends most activities which is a God send. We thank you one and all for the incredible job you all do taking such good care of our loved ones.

August 2018

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Jackie Butler

Wonderful staff. Good food. Very clean facility

July 2018

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Petunia

An elderly friend of mine moved to Osprey Lodge 2 weeks ago. The place she was in was not very good, so this was definitely a big step up. The atmosphere and decor is beautiful. Every member of the staff I have had contact with have been very friendly and helpful. The apartments are very nice. She needed more lighting, they installed extra lights. They hung all her pictures and did a very professional job. They checked on her throughout her first couple days there, showed her around and introduced her to other residents. She says the food is very good and they give her so much she can't eat it all. And if I wasn't impressed enough already, I received a phone call giving me full details on her medical check-up. I give this place 2 thumbs up and would highly recommend it.

June 2018

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Julia Batliner

I feel so safe here & it’s absolutely beautiful throughout!! The staff is so compassionate, thoughtful and helpful always striving to meet each residents needs! I’m so grateful to be here

May 2018

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Tytyanna N

May 2018

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J & R Cantillon

A beautiful clean community, quite large at 5 stories high, overlooking Lake Francis. The residents here are happy and well cared for, with plenty of activities to keep them busy 7 days a week. Restaurant style dining with wholesome fresh food. Very kind staff who often go out of their way to make sure residents have what they need. I worked there for awhile and it was a good experience- the staff are treated well. My wife has worked there for almost 4 years and loves the company and her residents. We would place our parents there when the time comes and be confident that they'd have a good life. Highly recommend!

May 2018

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Jen Lape

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Cassandra Brown

May 2018

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Mary Ann Mccord

My Mom is safe. Better than a retirement community. First class staff. Mom's happy. An assisted living, age in place facility. Family oriented. Beautiful, clean, inviting. Lots of outdoor space. Large screened in lanai. Outside gathering areas. Update in a few months.

April 2018

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Kathryn Hawley

Lovely facility. But residents need to be able to participate on their own. Not enough staff to give any personal attention. Staff were responsive when you are there to keep an eye on things. Cant beat the view

April 2018

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Jondodgedartswinger

I was invited to bring my old car to the 50-60's Car Cruise on April 17th at your fine facility, and really enjoyed myself, visiting with the residents and the other car guys. We were served a nice lunch and ice cream sodas, with a dose of Elvis! The staff of Osprey Lodge did a wonderful job of bringing this together for their residents. I was glad to come and be part of a fun time with the "Oldies". Jon E.

January 2018

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Terry Reid

August 2017

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Trudy

One of the things I like about Osprey Lodge of Tavares is it’s close to me. The day my sister moved there, she was hospitalized, but now, she looks better than I have seen her looking in months. They have a long list of things to do but she’s not interested. They have movies and Wii Bowling. Every time I go there, people are down in the lobby or outside talking to each other. One of my neighbors is over there and loves it. The staff is very friendly and very helpful. They go in and tell her when it’s meal time and talk to her. The community is clean and spacious. Everybody there is friendly; not only the workers but also the residents. The doctors come to see her. It’s a very nice place.

June 2017

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Nicole Wortsman

Great place with wonderful activities and very personable life enrichment director!!

May 2017

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Colleen Donahue

There are so many reasons we are grateful to have found Osprey Lodge. The assisted living side is beautiful with rich woods accents and cabin in the mountains atmosphere. The back lanai and patio over look Lake Frances. I have seen the menu but have only tasted the chocolate covered strawberries and they were pretty amazing! My father is a resident in the memory care facility. The rooms are large and most have a nice view. We enjoy spending time in the lanai and inclosed courtyard. The courtyard has a nice 2 person swing, picnic tables, flower gardens and is nicely landscaped. From time to time we also get to see a seaplane fly overhead. From the director to the cleaning crew and everyone in between have been a pleasure to work with. They get to know the family members of their residents personally. The MC nurses are providing care for my father far beyond any care I could provided. The staff is helping my family cope with the Alzheimer's process by providing their knowledge and understanding of this terrible disease. I know my father is in good hands.

May 2017

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Chrissy Marie

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December 2016

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Mary

I had a friend who was living in the Osprey Lodge, and she had a nice unit. It looks like a grand hotel. When you pull up to the portico and go into the lobby, it's very kind of rustic. It has a lot of animal heads up on the walls, very impressive. They have 2 wings on either side of the lobby, and it's like walking down the corridor in a big hotel. Her living room was so small she couldn't get a sofa in it, but the kitchenette had a dining area where she had her round dining table and chairs. Her window looked out onto a busy highway, but the window was so high and her chair was so low, so she couldn’t see anything. So I wasn't impressed with that, but I didn’t see one of the other units to make a comparison. It's very nice, but then it's pricey. They had the usual Bingo and little café, which I think is very nice because that brings people together to just chat over a cup of coffee. She was allowed to have her car.

November 2016

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Bulldog

I have to give this place 5 Stars. I would give it 10 if I could. My best friends mother is a resident at Osprey Lodge. We visited today and couldn't believe the interaction of the Administrator with the residents. She is fun and very involved. I would say the residents of Osprey Lodge look happy. I know we are very happy with our decison.

May 2016

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Riz Bucc

February 2016

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Steve

We have looked at Osprey Lodge. Compared to some of the other places that I’ve seen, for a thousand dollars more, you’re getting a whole lot more. The rooms are bigger. You’re getting higher quality people. It’s very clean.

December 2015

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Anonymous

Osprey Lodge was beautiful. It was spacious and not crowded-looking whatsoever. Everything looked first-class with beautiful grounds and lodges. The people were friendly. The staff who toured me was friendly and nice. Their dining area was very pretty, but I didn’t eat there. I saw several apartments, but the one I really liked was the one that looked out over the lake.

December 2015

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Thomas

Osprey Lodge is a very nice place and only three years old. The staff is excellent. My girlfriend has adapted very well. They have a formal dining room and a service where they come take your order. You have a choice of two entrees per meal, and you get a linen napkin. They have a little private dining room for reserving when you want to have your family for dinner. There are plenty of activities, like a morning walk, card games, and a small library with jigsaw puzzles. The apartments are of a good size. The bedrooms are 12'x12', and you share a common area. She’s in a two-bedroom apartment, but they have one-bedroom apartments that are more expensive. All in all, it was the best place I found after I spent three months researching.

November 2015

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Elwanda Lincoln

A wonderful place to live.

November 2015

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Kaley Brown

I wouldn't want to wake up and spend my day anywhere else nor with anyone else than my coworkers and residents ?

October 2015

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Anonymous

We have my husband in Osprey Lodge since November. The food can be a little bit better, but the surroundings are beautiful. It is clean. The staff is very friendly and accommodating. They have an entertainment coordinator or a life health coordinator who plans programs and does a wonderful job.

August 2015

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Cynthia

We were going to move my parents at Osprey Lodge. It's a beautiful and nice place. The memory care was more like what we wanted. It had more people on staff from what we saw and observed. They have a lot of really nice activities for memory care, and they really tried to engage them as much as possible. They can do nature walks, and they have swings; it's beautiful place for people to come and visit their loved ones. It doesn?t have the look of an assisted living or Alzheimer?s unit; it looks like you are at a resort vacation. We felt they would get taken care of well there.

May 2015

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Tammy Grobaski Withrow

Such a beautiful place if my grandpa has to be anywhere I'm happy it's here!!!

February 2015

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Dottie Moore

Love Memory care- Mom is getting the care she needs but more important she is socializing with everyone which is something she has enjoyed all her life. I am so glad that God directed my search here. Absolutely love the staff. So many thanks to Winnie for guiding me through the process and keeping in touch for many months.

January 2015

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Sally Hodell-Gordon

Osprey Lodge is wonderful! The staff is so caring! They always have great activities and I love it that they have so many different musical entertainers! My mom is happy there and safe!!!!

October 2014

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Nancy Wahl

The WHOLE staff is very caring!! Great place for my mom to live. Her doctor thinks she is doing better because she moved to Osprey Lodge. My mom is happy there.

January 2014

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Lee Warren

Beautiful facility and great staff!

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Community Details

Osprey Lodge Amenities and Services

Amenities

  • Cafe / Bistro
  • Library
  • Movie Room / Theater
  • Free parking
  • Fireplaces in common areas
  • Game room
  • Piano / Organ
  • Beauty Salon
  • TV Lounge
  • Free cable satellite tv
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Meeting room
  • Outside patio garden
  • Computer room
  • Fitness center
  • Billiards lounge
  • Raised gardening beds
  • Barber Shop
  • Meals Provided
  • Beautician Onsite
  • Activities Offsite
  • Devotional Services Offsite
  • Activities Onsite
  • Indoor Common Areas
  • Devotional Services Onsite
  • Outdoor Common Areas
  • Specialized Training for Caregivers
  • Walking Paths - outdoor
  • Walking Paths - indoor
  • Religious Services: Protestant
  • Visiting Chaplain
  • Religious Services: Catholic
  • Religious Services: LDS / Mormon
  • Housekeeping provided
  • Laundry service / dry-cleaning
  • Home Care Agency on-site

Services

  • Respite Offered
  • Wheelchair Accessible Showers
  • Hospice Available
  • Aging in Place
  • Private dining room
  • Special Diets: Low / No sodium
  • Vegan options
  • Restaurant style dining
  • Special Diets: Gluten-free
  • Guest meals
  • Special Diets: Low / No Sugar
  • Professional chef
  • International cuisine
  • Room service
  • Transportation at Cost
  • Complimentary Transportation
  • Resident Parking Available

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Osprey Lodge Housing and Staff

Staff

  • Homecare Onsite
  • Visiting Physical Therapist
  • Visiting Podiatrist
  • Nurses on Staff
  • Visiting Speech Therapist
  • Doctor on Call
  • Visiting Nurse
  • Visiting Dentist
  • 24-Hour Awake Staff
  • Visiting Occupational Therapist
  • Medication care managers / Medication Technicians
  • Full time activity director
  • ADL Assistance
  • Medical Director: MD
  • On-Site RNs / LPNs
  • Dedicated concierge

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