Solstice Senior Living at Normandy Park is an independent-living community designed for residents who want freedom from household responsibilities while having easy access to wellness oversight. The community does not provide skilled nursing or hands-on assistance with daily activities, but residents can arrange in-home health services through outside providers. Regular wellness programming and optional health screenings support preventive care, and the staff coordinates with physicians and pharmacies so residents can keep up with prescriptions and routine medical appointments without leaving campus unless they choose.
To help residents feel secure, wellness staff perform daily room checks and respond to any concerns they observe. Every apartment is tied into an emergency call and response system that operates around the clock, connecting residents to on-site staff in seconds. Fire safety is managed through a comprehensive smoke-alarm and sprinkler network that covers private apartments and all common areas, and the building’s entry points are monitored to limit unauthorized access.
Apartments range from compact studios to larger two-bedroom floor plans, some on the ground floor and others opening onto private patios, decks, or balconies. Depending on the unit selected, residents may have full kitchens or kitchenettes, private baths or wheelchair-accessible showers, independent temperature controls, cable or satellite TV, high-speed internet, and in-unit storage. Many residences overlook landscaped gardens or the central atrium, and all residents share access to indoor lounges, a library, computer/media center, billiards room, main-street-style shops, a beauty and barber salon, and resident parking. Not every apartment includes every feature, so prospective residents should verify specific details during a visit.
Meals are prepared by a professional chef and served restaurant-style in the main dining room, with room service and guest meals available when preferred. The culinary team offers a rotating menu that can accommodate vegetarian, vegan, kosher, gluten-free, low-sodium, no-sugar, and other medically directed diets, and residents can request on-order items outside scheduled meal times. A café/bistro provides lighter fare and snacks, and seasonal BBQs, picnics, and international-cuisine nights add variety. Private dining space is available for family celebrations, and organic ingredients are used when possible to support health-focused eating.
Daily life is rounded out by a wide range of programs that include trivia contests, brain-fitness sessions, book club, art and cooking classes, tai chi, yoga, stretching, fitness center workouts, Wii bowling, and walking groups. Residents can attend live music, theater, or dance performances on site, join holiday parties, happy hours, wine tastings, gardening club, men’s club, and intergenerational events, or take organized day trips to nearby attractions. Spiritual needs are met through visiting chaplains, Protestant and Catholic services, and other devotional activities. Community service projects, educational speakers, and Forever Fit wellness programs are scheduled throughout the month. Pet-focused programs are offered, and dogs and cats are generally welcome; it’s a good idea to check with the community during your visit to see if your pet will be allowed.
