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Water's Edge of Bradenton
4.3 (93 reviews)Bradenton, FL
Independent Living and Assisted Living in Bradenton, with spaces to feel at home and support for your next chapter.
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Water's Edge of Bradenton in Bradenton, Florida, offers Retirement Living, Independent Living, Assisted Living and Memory Care on one campus. Its accommodations include apartment homes and private villas, with listings also describing studio, one-bedroom and two-bedroom layouts, as well as detached cottages or bungalows. Apartment features may include a full kitchen or kitchenette, air conditioning, Wi-Fi, cable or satellite television, and a private screened patio or another outdoor space. Listed room features also include private bathrooms, accessible showers, ground-floor and wheelchair-accessible units, and garden views. Respite and short-term stays are listed as options.
Care services vary by living arrangement. Assisted-living support includes help with daily activities such as bathing, dressing and transfers, along with medication management. Other listed services include diabetes and incontinence care, support for people who are non-ambulatory, and assistance for mild cognitive impairment. Memory care includes dementia care, specialized programming, reminiscence activities and a cognitive learning center. The care listing also notes 24-hour supervision, a 24-hour call system and respite programming; visiting physicians are listed among the medical resources.
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Dining information describes chef-prepared meals and restaurant-style service, with outdoor dining available on a lakeside terrace. Food options listed include vegetarian, international and kosher meals, as well as low- or no-sodium, no-sugar, gluten-free and pureed choices. The community also lists meals tailored to diabetes or allergy-related needs and special-diet programs. Dining spaces and services include a dining room, café or bistro, grill and private dining room, along with all-day dining, guest meals and room service.
Shared indoor spaces include a library, computer or media center, business room, arts and activity rooms, fitness room, game room, movie theater, television lounge and meeting room. Other listed facilities include a beauty salon, barber shop, billiards area, ballroom, fireplace, piano or organ, and spa or sauna wellness room. Outdoor areas include a swimming pool, gardens, walking paths and common spaces by the lake. Activities listed range from book, gardening, cooking, bridge and walking clubs to arts and cooking classes, educational speakers, current-events groups, trivia, karaoke and Wii bowling. Scheduled events include outings, live music, performances, dances, holiday gatherings, happy hours, wine tastings and barbecues. Fitness offerings include stretching, water aerobics, yoga, Tai Chi and other wellness programs.
Practical services listed include housekeeping, laundry or dry cleaning, concierge assistance, move-in coordination, grocery shopping and errands, beautician services and pet care. Dogs and cats are allowed. Transportation is available, with resident parking, covered and uncovered parking, and access to public transit noted. An emergency alert system is also listed. The community’s official site describes its location as outside flood and evacuation zones and notes hurricane-rated windows and doors. Religious offerings include several Christian traditions, Jewish services, Bible study and on-site or off-site devotional activities.
- Starting at
- $4,732/mo
- Care options
- 3 available
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- Community reviews
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24-hour call system
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- 24-hour call system
- 24-hour supervision
- Activities of daily living assistance
- Air-conditioning
- Assistance with bathing
- Assistance with dressing
- Assistance with transfers
- Beauty salon
- Cable
- Community operated transportation
- Community-sponsored activities
- Computer center
- Concierge services
- Diabetes diet
- Dining room
- Fitness programs
- Fitness room
- Fully furnished
- Gaming room
- Garden
- Housekeeping and linen services
- Kitchenettes
- Meal preparation and service
- Medication management
- Mental wellness program
- Mild cognitive impairment
- Move-in coordination
- Outdoor space
- Planned day trips
- Private bathrooms
- Resident-run activities
- Scheduled daily activities
- Small library
- Special dietary restrictions
- Specialized memory care programming
- Telephone
- Transportation arrangement
- Wellness center
- Wifi
Care options available
Independent Living
Independent residences with community amenities and opportunities to stay active and connected.
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Memory Care
Specialized support for people living with Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia.
Learn more“Waters Edge is a great place for my mother, the living spaces are very large, the place is well kept up, the staff, in particular nursing staff are all great people. I really appreciated how bright and sunny the place is, the decorating for different seasons and holidays, lots of activities, and overall a warm and friendly…”
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Pricing & residences
Monthly rates starting at
$4,732 / month
Rates and availability can change. Ask the community for a personalized quote and details about included services.
| Residence | Monthly rate |
|---|---|
| Shared room | $4,732 |
| One bedroom | $5,678 |
| Studio | $6,151 |
Resident & family reviews
4.3 · 93 reviewsWaters Edge is a great place for my mother, the living spaces are very large, the place is well kept up, the staff, in particular nursing staff are all great people. I really appreciated how bright and sunny the place is, the decorating for different seasons and holidays, lots of activities, and overall a warm and friendly place for a loved one to live.
My stepmom was originally admitted to the Independent Living at Waters Edge. After about a year, we moved her to the ALF. Caroline, the DON, became very involved with my stepmom and we worked together to determine the best plan of care for her. Caroline helped encourage her to get out of her apartment to come down to the dining room for meals and go to some of the activities. I am thankful for all the individuals at the facility that helped take care of my stepmom.
Our family will always be grateful for the exceptional care my father received at Water's Edge Memory Care. My dad passed away this morning, and as we reflect on his final days, we find great comfort in knowing he was surrounded by compassionate, dedicated professionals who treated him with dignity, kindness, and genuine love. A special thank you to Caroline, the Director of Nursing, and Andrea, the Nurse Practitioner. Their communication with our family was always thoughtful, honest, and reassuring. They kept us informed every step of the way, answered our questions with patience and…
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Our family will always be grateful for the exceptional care my father received at Water's Edge Memory Care. My dad passed away this morning, and as we reflect on his final days, we find great comfort in knowing he was surrounded by compassionate, dedicated professionals who treated him with dignity, kindness, and genuine love. A special thank you to Caroline, the Director of Nursing, and Andrea, the Nurse Practitioner. Their communication with our family was always thoughtful, honest, and reassuring. They kept us informed every step of the way, answered our questions with patience and compassion, and made an incredibly difficult journey a little easier to bear. The entire Memory Care team treated my father with respect and tenderness, and we always felt confident that he was safe, comfortable, and truly cared for. That peace of mind is an incredible gift to a family facing the challenges of dementia. Thank you to everyone at Water's Edge for the kindness you showed my dad and for supporting our family during one of the hardest times in our lives. We will never forget your compassion, dedication, and the difference you made. With heartfelt gratitude.
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This is such a beautiful community and a fantastic location. Brandon was so much help during our tour of Waters Edge. His bright personality and knowledge of Waters Edge made my grandma see retirement life in a whole other light and she left feeling excited about these changes. We are grateful for Brandon’s energy and the friendly staff we met. What a breath of fresh air and a true gem of a community.
We recently moved into the villas and are incredibly impressed with Executive Director Rebecca, who consistently goes above and beyond. She treats all residents like family, which is one of the primary reasons we chose Water's Edge over other senior living communities. As the only community in the area with villas, it offered us a seamless transition from our previous home. Rebecca is highly responsive to any concerns and made our move effortless. We are also impressed with the team’s dedication to addressing our needs and providing resources for our transition. This team is invaluable, and we have great trust in Rebecca—which was essential since we moved into our villa sight unseen. A significant added value is the chaplaincy program. Chaplain Ed is readily available and leads wonderful chapel services. We are pleased that faith is such an integral part of life at Water's Edge; this was a major factor in our decision, especially since other properties we toured do not integrate their chaplains as effectively. We are excited to be part of the Water's Edge family and would highly encourage anyone considering a move to a senior living community to choose Water's Edge! Update: We have wonderful neighbors and so many activities. Staff is great! We are always amazed at Rebecca the Executive Director. She is competent, passionate for the residents..Great problem solver and wonderful leader! professional and is ALWAYS available for the residents! She exemplifies the meaning above and beyond! Taylor who is Activities coordinator for Assisted living is Awesome! Gary who is Transportation Manager treats us as family! Carlos is the new Maintenance manager and he is always responsive for any needs. New chef Chris and culinary supervisor Ron are open for any suggestions and are very proactive with residents. We appreciate all the staff and believe Water's Edgewas the best choice out of all the other senior living communities. Chaplain Ed is always there and is truly compassionate and available for the residents and staff. We enjoy the villas very much...most senior communities do not offer villas and that was one of the reasons we chose Waters Edge.
Waters Edge has been a Godsend to us. During The COVID Pandemic we chose to move our 87 year old mother into their assisted living care. We were concerned of the transition, moving her out of her home of 62 years, but they made it happen seamlessly. She adapted very quickly; she would tell us that she was happy, and we were thankful. She made friends and participated in lots of their social activities and field trips headed by awesome Taylor. She would have her hair and nails done, participated in Chaplain Ed’s in-house services and meetings. We ALL love Chaplain Ed! They had trips to restaurants, saw the Christmas lights, Walmart. After six years in assisted living, at the age of 95 she required a move to the third floor: Memory Care. We dreaded this move. Once again the transition was seamless. Everyone worked so hard to make her comfortable. Head of Nursing Carolyn Blesson runs a tight ship! Annette, head of Memory Care is a very special person. She developed a special bond with our mother. Our mother was not just taken care of, she was LOVED. The nurses are phenomenal: Annette, Candace, Andrea and Jenifer. And we particularly love “Gigi” her lady helper. We have nothing but gratitude and respect for Waters Edge; thank you always.
I have been working with Jamie to relocate my Mom from Independent to Assisted living. She has gone over and above to ensure that my Mom has the easiest transition. Thank you Jamie, your the best.
I have been very impressed by the care provided at Waters Edge of Bradenton. From the DON Caroline to memory care director Annette to care assistant Gigi, the concern they have for the well being of their residents is apparent & genuine. Also the campus is pretty, the apartments are large, the buildings are clean, & there are lots of activities for social engagement. I confidently recommend!
What families highlight
- Attentive and compassionate staff
- Strong nursing and clinical leadership
- Spacious, well-appointed apartments
- In-unit washer/dryer options
- Multiple care levels including villas and memory care
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