Bay Lake Retirement and Assisted Living Community

4225 Shore Dr, Virginia Beach, VA 23455

4.9 / 5.0 58 Reviews

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About Bay Lake Retirement and Assisted Living Community

Bay Lake Retirement Community is the ideal choice for any senior looking for comfortable senior living. Our residents regularly take advantage of local events and activities available in Virginia Beach. We are conveniently located near eating establishments, parks, and other activities.

The programs offered here at our community can make a huge difference for you and your family. We create a positive atmosphere that will improve you or your loved one's perspective and the amount of enjoyment they get out of each and every day. Families are always excited because of the relationships we build improve every resident's quality of life.

Bay Lake Retirement Community Independent Living, Assisted Living and Memory Care

The independent living, assisted living, and memory care available at Bay Lake Retirement Community was created for seniors who want to make the most of their retirement years.

We designed our floor plan that offers a little bit of everything for our residents. Cozy suites and apartments that will have exactly what you need at Bay Lake Retirement Community. We can fit every need for most budgets. Our staff will free of the burden of worrying about things you don't want to do so you can focus on what matters. Members of our staff are extensively trained to care for senior Virginia Beach residents and everything they need. We continually strive to assist our residents for the highest quality of life we can provide for them. Our chef and cooking staff at Bay Lake Retirement Community are driven to constantly deliver quality meals that are great tasting and nutritious. We strive to create memorable meals from fresh produce that help our residents reach their best health and wellness.

Bay Lake Retirement Community Amenities & Services

We offer seniors the latest amenities in comfort that they would enjoy in the comfort of their own homes. Meeting room, Free Wi-Fi, TV Lounge, Outside patio garden, Raised gardening beds, Free parking, Library, Movie Room / Theater, Fireplaces in common areas, Piano / Organ, Beauty Salon, Arts and crafts center, Free cable satellite tv, Indoor Common Areas, Devotional Services Onsite, Outdoor Common Areas, Activities Offsite, Beautician Onsite, Activities Onsite, Meals Provided, Devotional Services Offsite, Grocery shopping service, Laundry service / dry-cleaning, Housekeeping provided, Religious Services: Other, Visiting Chaplain, Walking Paths - outdoor, Enclosed courtyard, Reminiscence therapy are available for all residents. The staff here are fully trained, friendly and accessible. They will help your residents enjoy their stay with us.

Our trained staff helps our residents enjoy benefits that our facility offers, like Complimentary Transportation, Property Convenient to Busline, Resident Parking Available, Aging in Place, Wheelchair Accessible Showers, Hospice Available, Private dining room, Guest meals, Restaurant style dining and other perks. As seniors age, they still want to feel independent and maintain a healthy lifestyle, and we help them do that.

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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Bay Lake Retirement and Assisted Living Community Location

Bay Lake Retirement and Assisted Living Community

4225 Shore Dr, Virginia Beach, VA 23455

Pricing & Availability

(800) 755-1458

Available Living Options

  • Assisted Living
  • Independent Living
  • Memory Care

Bay Lake Retirement Community – Reviews

4.9 / 5.0 58 Reviews

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May 2023

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joshua sitterly

We are very pleased with this community! Very clean & friendly staff. Such a great piece of mind in difficult situations. Thank you Bay Lake!

May 2023

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Meg Cavallero

Beautiful facility. The staff were so helpful and warm to my dad and our family members. The quality of care and response was truly outstanding.

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rich philport

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Debbi Impervento

Beautiful factuality!

May 2023

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Maureen Hardy

Baylake is a beautiful facility! I highly recommend!

September 2022

patricia

I'm so glad I found Bay Lake Retirement and Assisted Living Community, the people here are so kind and sweet, they took my parents in and treated them like their own family. Whenever I go to visit they are greet me with joy and big smiles. I would recommend this place to anyone and everyone!

July 2022

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May 2022

Noris

Bay Lake community is full of fabulous residents and wonderful staff. Everyone is so friendly and welcoming. I highly recommend this community to anyone looking for a home for their loved one.

January 2022

rachael reis

Bay Lake is a wonderful community, the staff make you feel at home and the residents are all so welcoming.

November 2021

Naomi McCallion

Bay lake is a beautiful community with southern charm located on Shore Drive In Virginia Beach, making it a prime location with ton’s to do in the area! I am proud to say I am the Inspiritas Coordinator here at Bay Lake, and I truly look forward to coming In every day to see the residents in memory care and plan a day full of interactive and engaging activities. Our days consist of daily exercise, men’s club, gardening, outings, and walks to feed the turtles! When you Walk into Bay Lake you can tell by the smiles on the residents faces that they are truly given the best care Bay Lake has to offer. Bay Lake’s Life Enrichment department offers an extensive variety of activities on the property and in the community, there is always something new and exciting to do! Bay Lake offers a wonderful program called “RUI University” this program gives residents and community members an opportunity to continue their education through lifelong learning because well, why stop now? This program gives residents a chance to still challenge their mind and leave that day knowing they learned something new. I recommend Bay lake for anyone looking for Independent, assisted living, or memory care.

November 2021

Shannon McGahan

Bay Lake is truly unmatchable from their signature programs, fine dining, 24/7 nursing staff, and amazing activities department; The list goes on! Great reputation in the area for over 20 years. I would recommend Bay Lake to anyone!

October 2021

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shona dafoe

As a new employee I have experienced just how wonderful Baylake is. From the other staff to the residents and their families, everyone is extremely welcoming and caring. I would highly suggest Baylake to anyone looking for employment opportunities, independent-assisted living, or memory care.

October 2021

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A Collins

As soon as I walked in I felt welcomed. Every staff said hello and asked did I need anything. It was inviting and welcoming. This is truly a great place to be!

October 2021

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Caroline Ottoviani

I have had the opportunity to spend some time at Bay Lake and I am extremely impressed. The facility is clean, the staff are kind, friendly, and welcoming. The residents are very happy! The Life Enrichment department is jam packed with activities to keep the community lively. I highly recommend.

September 2021

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Susan Lassiter

When considering a home for your loved one, you must visit Bay Lake. Very homey and inviting atmosphere from the moment you walk in! You can tell the staff truly care about the residents. We loved hearing about all the signature programs available. The memory care neighborhood was clean and inviting. The residents were all engaged in a baking activity in which we loved! Definitely a must see!

September 2021

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Morgan Arnold

Bay Lake is such a family oriented community and makes all of their residents feel at home. The activities department does an amazing job of getting everyone engaged and the executive chef, Jerry, really goes the extra mile to make sure everyone is satisfied with their meals. You can tell the staff love working here and the residents love them just as much! I would highly recommend Bay Lake to anyone looking for a retirement community!

September 2021

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Kathleen Lovell McGahan

The place is amazing! 5 stars for the beautiful community. How the residents love it at BayLake! The staff goes above and beyond for the residents I would highly recommend Bay Lake Assisted Living!

September 2021

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Amanda Perry

Bay Lake is a beautiful community with loving and caring staff! They take the time to get to know the residents and their families. Highly recommended!

September 2021

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Samuel Freeman

My loved one lives at Bay Lake and we are so pleased with the care and attention that she receives. Top notch staff across all departments. Highly recommend!

September 2021

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D K

Great community with awesome staff, and residents! Most definitely would recommend.

September 2021

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Amanda Perry

Bay Lake is a beautiful community with loving and caring staff! They take the time to get to know the residents and their families. Highly recommended!

September 2021

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sam rogers

My loved one is new here at Bay Lake and the staff have made her feel at home right away. They check on her every day and see if she wants to go to the activities and always make sure she is coming to the dining room for meals. They truly care about the residents here and it shows! I am very pleased with our choice of Bay Lake.

September 2021

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Lesia Meadowcroft

This is a very nice place. If youre looking for somewhere for your love on check it out.

September 2021

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Lexi Davis

Great retirement community! Super clean and staff is so friendly. Would highly recommend

September 2021

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Sara Newell

Beautiful and inviting community! Located on the bay and next to the recreation park. Great location for active seniors!

September 2021

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NateDogg 21

You feel like you are in a resort rather then a retirement community. The staff bends over backwards for their residents. Bay Lake is the best in the area by far!

August 2021

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Joshua Pierce

The staff are extremely helpful, engaged and excited to interact with each and every resident. Theres a huge number of activities which include health and fitness, artistic explorations and knowledge. Theres a connection there that creates a family environment. The genuine smiles and the level of care really sets this community apart from all the others.

August 2021

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Ashlee Gardner

The staff truly care about the well-being of the residents and go above and beyond to make their time there special. Nursing staff is well trained and knowledgeable. I cant express how impressed I am with the staff as a whole and so proud to be a new member of the team.

August 2021

James roger

I have visited this facility recently and really enjoyed every aspect. The residents, the staff everything. I can definitely recommend this facility.

August 2021

Rachael

Bay lake is a wonderful facility that makes you feel so welcome. I have worked here for 3 years and couldn’t imagine being anywhere else.

August 2021

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Nathan McGahan

There is no comparison when it comes to Bay Lake! The staff is truly compassionate for their residents and it shows. The food is excellent and they have lots of choices for the residents to choose from. Its overall a great place and gives the warm feeling of home.

August 2021

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Jacqueline McLaughlin

Beautiful and well kept community! Staff is friendly and excellent quality of care for the residents.

August 2021

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Naomi Mccallion

Bay lake is a beautiful community with southern charm located on Shore Drive In Virginia Beach, making it a prime location with tons to do in the area! I am proud to say I am the Inspiritas Coordinator here at Bay Lake, and I truly look forward to coming In every day to see the residents in memory care and plan a day full of interactive and engaging activities. Our days consist of daily exercise, mens club, gardening, outings, and walks to feed the turtles! When you Walk into Bay Lake you can tell by the smiles on the residents faces that they are truly given the best care Bay Lake has to offer. Bay Lakes Life Enrichment department offers an extensive variety of activities on the property and in the community, there is always something new and exciting to do! Bay Lake offers a wonderful program called RUI University this program gives residents and community members an opportunity to continue their education through lifelong learning because well, why stop now? This program gives residents a chance to still challenge their mind and leave that day knowing they learned something new. I recommend Bay lake for anyone looking for Independent, assisted living, or memory care.

August 2021

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Shannon Rowe McGahan

As a new employee of Bay Lake, I am beyond impressed with the community overall. From the cleanliness, to the wonderful residents and families, the beautiful updates, the friendly and positive environment, the wide range of activities available, the amazing food; the list could go on and on! I am so happy to be a part of this team and this community! I would highly recommend Bay Lake to anyone looking for for independent living, assisted living, or memory care, for themselves or a loved one or employment opportunities!

August 2021

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Shannon Rowe

As a new employee of Bay Lake, I am beyond impressed with the community overall. From the cleanliness, to the wonderful residents and families, the beautiful updates, the friendly and positive environment, the wide range of activities available, the amazing food; the list could go on and on! I am so happy to be a part of this team and this community! I would highly recommend Bay Lake to anyone looking for for independent living, assisted living, or memory care, for themselves or a loved one or employment opportunities!

August 2021

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Rachael Reis

Bay lake is a wonderful facility I love all of the residents and staff. Everyone is so welcoming.I have been here for 3 years and am so thankful to be apart of the team. They are also animal friendly which I think is amazing

July 2021

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LaTricia Miller

This place is very warm and inviting . Everyone truly cares about the residents and each other . As an employee, I enjoy seeing the residents smiling faces and all the different activities they do are amazing . The care they receive is top notch and you can tell from the daily thank yous and waves, BayLake is not just a place to retire, its a place to call home.

July 2021

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Rachael Reis

I am an employee at Bay Lake. I have been here for 3 years and think it is a wonderful place to be. I love the residents as well as the staff.

April 2019

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Ashley Jackson

Bay Lake Retirement Community is a community that I am proud to be a part of. From the commitment to quality of care, to the commitment of providing services in the Virginia Beach community for 20 years, Bay Lake Retirement Community is a community like no other! Exceptional food, team members, service, and environment.

April 2019

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Godfred Baisel

Bay lake is the best retirement and assisted living facility in the Virginia Beach area. Have 24 hours nursing staff on board , staff is compassionate, loving, caring and treat the residents as one of their own. The management team is great. Customer focus is their number one goal. Looking for a senior community. I greatly recommend Baylake.

April 2019

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Holly Winningham

As a healthcare professional, I can honestly say Bay Lake deserves more than 5 stars. From the moment you walk in, you are greeted by their wonderful staff and can see how they truly care about their residents through their conversations. I had the opportunity to attend their 20 year anniversary event and had a wonderful time. They even highlighted many team members that have been with Bay Lake for 15+ years - which is very rare in a community!

March 2019

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Christie J. Taylor -Mdh-

Staff is wonderful and friendly with all residents, families & visitors. Facility is beautiful and kept clean. Food is delicious and prepared so beautifully. Definitely a place you can call home!

February 2019

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Carl Wagoner

This community is a great place to live and enjoy your retirement years. This is truly a single move option that allows seniors to age in place. After moving, the aging process continues but the beauty is you never have to move. I suggest anyone that's looking to make a change in their lifestyle Reach out to this community. 5 STARS

February 2019

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Samantha Harrison

Baylake is a wonderful place to work. The residents and staff are the best. They make you feel right at home. Nursing is A+, because the residents are always first priority. There are tons of activities to do on a daily basis and they have a great variety of meal choices. Baylake is truly the place to be.

January 2019

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Jack Pocock

Beautiful building! The staff makes you feel at home with great service!

December 2018

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John Carlton

As a service provider (Contractor) for numerous facilities throughout Hampton Roads, and I can honestly say that Bay Lake is one of most well run retirement communities. The staff is always delightful, pleasant, and willing to go the extra mile to ensure the residence satisfaction.

October 2018

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Matt Winningham

This is an upscale community which offers great amenities, activities and amazing food for its residents. It’s also unique in as it offers RUI University - which partners with local experts and colleges to offer education topics to our residents- which is a great compliment to its already abundant activities schedule. I highly recommend this community to anyone searching for a community for their loved one.

October 2018

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Anonymous

I took a tour of Bay Lake recently and had a very pleasant experience. There were a group of residents playing cards in the lobby and the receptionist was having a conversation with another resident at the desk. The people there seemed to enjoy living there and felt at home. The interior is incredibly well kept and I was greeted by many different staff members during my visit. If I can convince my mom to come to Virginia Beach, this is where I want her to be. Thank you for the tour.

October 2018

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Randy Trent

What an awesome community! After researching online and then experiencing in-person, I can definitely see why Bay Lake is known as an outstanding facility. The location is perfect, the fine dining experience was gourmet and the residents were engaged and active! The staff also displayed a genuine focus on caring for the residents. Being there on a Friday afternoon, I was able to take part in enjoying the live music upstairs with the residents! They were having a great time listening and some were even dancing. This is a must see community and will not disappoint.

October 2018

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Amanda Waggy

Wonderful community all around. You can really tell that their residents are well cared for and loved. Definitely worth checking out if you are in the market for Assisted Living for your loved one!

August 2018

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Randy Trent

What an awesome community with a truly caring team! I couldnt be more impressed with the level of care provided by the nursing staff, the professionalism of the dining staff and the leadership teams consistent delivery of exceptional service. I am so thankful to be a part of the team and family here at Bay Lake!

August 2018

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Donovan Tabor

Had an appointment with Cameron Gwaltney for a tour, he was more than happy to help. Everyone was just so friendly and quick to welcome us. Now, my mom is quite the foodie, so the fact that they have an executive chef is awesome. Upscale food, friendly environment, and such a clean facility. As we toured the facility I couldn’t help but think this place was perfect for my mom. Bay Lake not only met my expectations, but they exceeded them.

June 2018

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Irene Christiana

I have worked for Bay Lake Retirement residents for the past year and have witnessed exceptional service and care for the residents. Anything the residents and family requests, the facility has been there to accommodate and ensure the health and wellness of each resident. I would recommend anyone looking for a facility for their loved one to visit Bay Lake. They won’t be disappointed.

April 2018

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Shalimar Link

I am a private duty here for one of the residents, and I have loved it for 9 years!!! The residents are very thankful and the staff is always friendly and willing to help. My resident enjoys participating in the life enrichment programs that are provided. There is a variety of programs, both within the building and out in the community, which I think is great!

January 2018

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Brian Schoenfeld

I've driven by this shore drive community in Va Beach ever since it was built 20 years ago but never stopped by until today's open house and tour. What a gem! Not only was the tour very informative, but the wine and heavy hors d'oeuvres told me that the resident chef is second to none so the 3 meals a day have to be "out of this world." Can't ask for a more ideal location within walking distance to Chesapeake Bay and a 10 minute drive to the Atlantic Ocean.

December 2017

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Linwood Wiggins

I am very proud to be part of the Bay Lake family. The staff is professional, helpful and most importantly friendly! The staff members are people who truly care about the care of the residents living there. I have worked at other retirement communities in the past, and this one most definitely has a "home like" feel to it, which I think is important when choosing a place for a loved one. There is always something to do, or there are plenty of trips out in to the community too!

October 2017

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Whitney Gwaltney

I had an opportunity to tour two weeks ago and was blown away by the architecture of the community. It has a traditional feel that would make anyone feel at home and it smelled so good everywhere I went! Residents were laughing and enjoying spending time with one another and staff. One resident even invited me to go on a walk with her. As I look into options for my grandparents to move closer, I was so comforted to know a community like Bay Lake exists because I know they would love it 🙂 I was also impressed that so many staff members were present on a Sunday.

November 2016

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Edward S. Brinkley

My parents have been living at Bay Lake for two years, and we could not be happier with every aspect of amenities and services. We chose Bay Lake for the high quality of the staff, and after two years, we feel very happy and confirmed in our decision. Assisted living is an adjustment, but the small scale of Bay Lake makes for an intimacy - no name tags, as everyone knows everyone - that naturally makes the adjustment easier. We recommend Bay Lake without qualification, and we did look very carefully at all possible options in the tidewater area, including all of the most expensive. - Ned Brinkley, Mary Seddon Brinkley Webster

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Community Details

Bay Lake Retirement Community Amenities and Services

Amenities

  • Meeting room
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • TV Lounge
  • Outside patio garden
  • Raised gardening beds
  • Free parking
  • Library
  • Movie Room / Theater
  • Fireplaces in common areas
  • Piano / Organ
  • Beauty Salon
  • Arts and crafts center
  • Free cable satellite tv
  • Indoor Common Areas
  • Devotional Services Onsite
  • Outdoor Common Areas
  • Activities Offsite
  • Beautician Onsite
  • Activities Onsite
  • Meals Provided
  • Devotional Services Offsite
  • Grocery shopping service
  • Laundry service / dry-cleaning
  • Housekeeping provided
  • Religious Services: Other
  • Visiting Chaplain
  • Walking Paths - outdoor
  • Enclosed courtyard
  • Reminiscence therapy

Services

  • Complimentary Transportation
  • Property Convenient to Busline
  • Resident Parking Available
  • Aging in Place
  • Wheelchair Accessible Showers
  • Hospice Available
  • Private dining room
  • Guest meals
  • Restaurant style dining

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Bay Lake Retirement Community Housing and Staff

Staff

  • ADL Assistance
  • 24/7 on-site RN / LPN Staffing
  • Medical Director: MD
  • On-Site RNs / LPNs
  • Medication care managers / Medication Technicians
  • IADL Assistance
  • Full time activity director
  • Medical Director: Nurse Practitioner
  • Visiting Occupational Therapist
  • 24-Hour Awake Staff
  • Homecare Onsite
  • Visiting Podiatrist
  • Nurses on Staff
  • Visiting Physical Therapist
  • Visiting Speech Therapist
  • Doctor on Call

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