Dining
Meal preparation and service
Longwood, FL
Assisted Living and Memory Care in Longwood, with spaces to feel at home and support for your next chapter.
Ask about this communitySerenades at Longwood is a memory-care community in Longwood, Florida, with short-term respite stays also available. Its memory-care services are intended for people living with memory impairments. The community uses Valeo programming and activities tailored to residents’ histories, abilities and interests. A separate women-only neighborhood, Serenades for her, is designed around shared experiences and personal stories.
Living arrangements include memory-care studios, with semi-private rooms also identified in listings. Room features include kitchenettes, air conditioning, cable or satellite television and Wi-Fi. Accessible bathing features include zero-entry or wheelchair-accessible showers, grab bars and shower seats; ground-floor units and bathtubs are also listed. The building’s design uses visual cues to help with wayfinding and lighting adjusted to natural daylight. Flooring guides residents toward dining and living areas, while homelike shared rooms and an open kitchen form part of the common-area layout.
Care services listed include help with bathing, dressing, grooming and mobility, as well as medication management, diabetic care and incontinence care. Support is also identified for residents who are non-ambulatory. The community lists on-site licensed nursing supervision around the clock and medication supervision and administration. Care plans may draw on residents’ lifestyle profiles, and caregivers are permanently assigned to encourage familiarity. Individualized music and memory-loss programming are also listed.
Daily activities span cognitive, creative, physical and social interests. Options include brain-fitness and sensory-based programs, art classes, gardening, trivia, tai chi, stretching and chair yoga, as well as pet-focused activities and Wii bowling. The calendar may also include educational speakers, lifelong-learning activities, dances, holiday and birthday gatherings, barbecues, and live music or performances. Spiritual programming listed includes devotional activities, visits from a chaplain or priest, and Jewish, Catholic and Protestant services. English, Spanish and American Sign Language are listed as languages used at the community.
Shared spaces and services include indoor and outdoor common areas, a library, TV lounge, meeting room, computer or media center, fireplace and outdoor patio. Outdoor features include a secure courtyard, garden areas with raised beds, and a butterfly or hummingbird garden. Dining options include on-site meals and a café or bistro; listings identify guest meals and low- or no-sodium, no-sugar and vegetarian choices. Housekeeping, laundry or dry-cleaning, and salon and barber services are also listed.
Respite stays are intended for people recovering from surgery or needing temporary extra support, and guests can use wellness programs and amenities. Scheduled transportation is listed for residents, with the community’s website also describing transportation for respite guests. The website describes planned outings and a location a short drive from Orlando, near parks, cultural attractions, medical care and nature trails.
Meal preparation and service
Garden
Fitness programs
Housekeeping and linen services
Community operated transportation
Community-sponsored activities
12-16 hour nursing
Specialized support for people living with Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia.
Learn more“Our family has had a wonderful experience with Serenades of Longwood. They have taken exceptional care of our loved one - giving us peace of mind during a difficult season of life. The facility is beautiful, well-maintained and welcoming. The garden area is especially inviting and provides a peaceful space for residents and…”
Monthly rates starting at
$5,450 / month
Rates and availability can change. Ask the community for a personalized quote and details about included services.
| Residence | Monthly rate |
|---|---|
| Shared room | $5,450 |
| Residence | $6,625 |
Our family has had a wonderful experience with Serenades of Longwood. They have taken exceptional care of our loved one - giving us peace of mind during a difficult season of life. The facility is beautiful, well-maintained and welcoming. The garden area is especially inviting and provides a peaceful space for residents and families to enjoy together. What truly sets Serenades apart is the amazing staff. Everyone has been caring, compassionate and attentive, but Karen DeVinney deserves special recognition. From our very first tour, Karen has been incredible. She has always been available to…
Our family has had a wonderful experience with Serenades of Longwood. They have taken exceptional care of our loved one - giving us peace of mind during a difficult season of life. The facility is beautiful, well-maintained and welcoming. The garden area is especially inviting and provides a peaceful space for residents and families to enjoy together. What truly sets Serenades apart is the amazing staff. Everyone has been caring, compassionate and attentive, but Karen DeVinney deserves special recognition. From our very first tour, Karen has been incredible. She has always been available to answer questions, guide us through the process and help with anything we needed. Her professionalism, kindness and positive demeanor made a huge difference for our family. We are grateful for the care and support our loved one has received and would highly recommend Serenades of Longwood to anyone looking for a memory care community!
Serenades at Sonata has been a wonderful experience for our loved one and our family. After touring the facility, we knew it was the right fit. The environment is pristine, rooms are spacious with private bathrooms, and the meals are excellent. The large, beautiful courtyard garden with wide sidewalks is perfect for wheelchair access. It’s become our favorite place to spend time with our loved one, and the shaded garden is where we have our best memories. We also appreciated meeting other families who share the same positive experience. The standout is the management team—Marianne (Director)…
Serenades at Sonata has been a wonderful experience for our loved one and our family. After touring the facility, we knew it was the right fit. The environment is pristine, rooms are spacious with private bathrooms, and the meals are excellent. The large, beautiful courtyard garden with wide sidewalks is perfect for wheelchair access. It’s become our favorite place to spend time with our loved one, and the shaded garden is where we have our best memories. We also appreciated meeting other families who share the same positive experience. The standout is the management team—Marianne (Director) and Karen (Manager)—who immediately put us at ease, explained everything with compassion, and addressed our anxieties. They genuinely are exceptional and helped us sleep better knowing our loved one was safe. The nursing staff was attentive and caring for both our loved one and our family. We always looked forward to seeing them and were impressed by their attention to detail. Overall, our experience has been amazing.
Amazing team who brings their heart and sole daily! Best partners in the business!
Bringing my aunt to Serenades at Longwood has been one of the best decisions we've ever made as a family. Watching her settle in, make new friends, and truly blossom here has brought such a deep sense of relief and happiness to us all. For a while, I carried a quiet worry about my aunt. She's always been the heart of our family, full of life and a wonderful sense of humor, but as she got older, I started to notice small changes – a bit more forgetfulness, needing a little extra help around the house. I wanted her to be safe, cared for, and most importantly, still feel engaged and independent. Serenades at Longwood has given her exactly that, and it's far exceeded what I ever hoped for. From the very first visit, we felt a wonderful sense of warmth and genuine care. The building itself is lovely and very well-kept, but it's truly the people that make Serenades special. My positive experience really began with MaryAnn, the Executive Director. She's incredibly impressive – in the best way possible. You can tell immediately how much she cares about the residents. MaryAnn took the time to listen carefully to our family's concerns, to understand my aunt's personality, and really put my mind at ease. She didn't just talk about providing good care; she showed a real understanding of what it means to create a real home where people can thrive. It's clear she sets a high standard for everyone there, and knowing she's in charge gives me so much peace of mind. Then there's Karen. Karen has been an absolute godsend. She was instrumental in guiding us through the entire process, making what could have been a very stressful time feel smooth and even pleasant. Her knowledge and patience were invaluable, and she was always there to answer our endless questions and offer reassurance, always with a kind smile. She truly embodies the compassionate spirit you find at Serenades. The best part, of course, is seeing my aunt herself. She absolutely lights up when she tells me about her art classes, the singalongs, and all the new friends she's made. The other day, she even playfully scolded me for not visiting sooner because she was "too busy!" That sparkle in her eye is definitely back, and it's wonderful to see. The constant worry I used to feel has been replaced by the quiet joy of knowing she's happy and well cared for. To MaryAnn, Karen, and the entire team at Serenades at Longwood: thank you so much. Thank you for not just providing great care, but a real home. Thank you for giving my family the immense comfort of knowing my aunt is thriving in a community where she feels valued, respected, and truly cared for. If you're looking for a place where your loved one will receive wonderful support and enjoy a fulfilling life, I wholeheartedly recommend Serenades at Longwood. It truly offers a priceless gift: peace of mind.
The team cares for the residents as they are their own family. The entertainment, care and community that is brought to them means the world!
Excellent leadership and caregivers with a true passion for what they do. The team at Serenades provides compassionate, attentive care and creates a wonderful environment for seniors.
Avoided this care facility at all costs. The care giving is sub par at best. The worst decision we made with our memory care patient.
Thanks to MaryAnn, Karen, and Heidi for your attentiveness and detail-oriented guidance through the process of choosing a place. In a world of elder care that often seems intentionally confusing, it is unusual to find a team so dedicated to transparency. I appreciate your kindness and communication so much.
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