The Palms Of Fort Myers

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  • Interior

    A cozy bedroom featuring a neatly arranged bed with white bedding and decorative pillows, complemented by a nightstand, a green plant, and a tray with tea items.
  • Outdoors

    A serene park scene with a gazebo and a green bench surrounded by lush greenery.
  • Decor

    A cozy living room with a sofa, armchair, and dining area.
  • Building

    A residential apartment complex with a swimming pool surrounded by greenery.
  • Architecture

    A modern building entrance with palm trees and a covered driveway.
  • Trees

    A serene park scene with a gazebo and bench surrounded by lush greenery.
  • Windows

    A multi-story residential building with a central entrance and an American flag in front.
  • Dining

    A cozy dining area with a round table and chairs, adjacent to a kitchen featuring a bar counter and stainless steel refrigerator.
  • Landscaping

    An inviting swimming pool in front of a multi-story apartment building, surrounded by lounge chairs and red umbrellas.
  • Kitchen

    A modern kitchen with white cabinets, granite countertops, and stainless steel appliances.
  • Seating Area

    A cozy home theater setup featuring a popcorn machine and comfortable seating.
  • Floor Plan

    A floor plan of a Studio Deluxe apartment with a balcony measuring 528 sq. ft.
  • Outdoor

    Refreshing drinks by the poolside on a sunny day.

The Palms Of Fort Myers

2674 Winkler Avenue, Fort Myers, FL 33901

For more information about senior living options: (844) 490-3973

4.6 from 98 reviews
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Assisted Living Independent Living Memory Care

Pricing

The Palms of Fort Myers offers competitive pricing for its accommodations, with monthly costs that are notably lower than both the county and state averages. For instance, a studio apartment at The Palms is priced at $2,070, significantly less than the average Lee County cost of $3,874 and the Florida state average of $3,823. Similarly, one-bedroom units are available for $2,455 compared to $4,049 in the county and $3,864 statewide. Two-bedroom options stand at $3,090, which contrasts sharply with the averages of $4,708 in Lee County and $4,711 across Florida. Even the semi-private rooms at The Palms are attractively priced at $3,200 - lower than Lee County's average of $3,538 and above the state's average of $3,009. This pricing structure makes The Palms of Fort Myers a compelling choice for those seeking quality living arrangements without straining their budget.

Room TypeThe Palms Of Fort MyersLee CountyFlorida
Studio$2,070$3,874$3,823
1 Bedroom$2,455$4,049$3,864
2 Bedrooms$3,090$4,708$4,711
Semi-Private$3,200$3,538$3,009

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    Overall Review

    Pros

    • pro Residents at The Palms of Fort Myers appreciate the cleanliness and immaculate appearance of the facility, making it an attractive place to live.
    • pro Many residents express happiness with the friendly and attentive staff, who provide excellent care and support.
    • pro The variety of activities available for residents fosters a vibrant community atmosphere, allowing individuals to engage socially and stay active.
    • pro Residents enjoy the quality of food offered in the dining room, with many praising specific meals and menu options.
    • pro The spacious apartments and well-thought-out layouts receive positive feedback from those who have moved in.
    • pro Compliments are frequently given to housekeeping staff for their thoroughness and attentiveness in maintaining residents' living spaces.
    • pro The Palms of Fort Myers is commended for its strong sense of community, with residents finding it easy to make friends and connect with others through various events and activities.
    • pro Transportation services provided by the facility are noted as a convenient amenity for residents needing assistance getting around.

    Cons

    • pro The kitchen staff at The Palms of Fort Myers is inexperienced and poorly managed, leading to disappointing food quality.
    • pro One reviewer experienced difficulty getting in touch with their mother due to accessible staff being busy with activities, indicating potential understaffing.
    • pro The memory care unit is criticized for being run by an individual lacking experience in dementia care, raising concerns about patient treatment.
    • pro There are allegations of discrimination regarding residents' end-of-life decisions made by the head nurse based on personal bias rather than medical need.
    • pro Multiple reviewers noted that the facilities were beautiful but mentioned issues with limited elevator availability, causing delays for residents and visitors alike.

    Review

    The Palms of Fort Myers has garnered a diverse array of reviews, illustrating the experiences of residents and their families within this senior living community. Many reviews highlighted the facility's immaculate condition and welcoming atmosphere, pointing to its cleanliness and well-maintained environment as significant positives. Visitors noted that upon entering The Palms, they were struck by the inviting ambiance and the friendliness of both staff and residents. This positive interaction contributed greatly to their overall impression, setting a welcoming tone for new residents.

    One prominent feature appreciated by many is the extensive range of activities offered. Residents have access to various amenities suited for different interests and abilities, from exercise rooms to card games and musical events. Families praised the availability of social activities as a means to foster relationships among residents. For those moving in looking to make friends or engage in community life, these offerings were seen as essential. New residents expressed excitement about participating in outdoor events and other group activities that allow them to build connections in a vibrant community setting.

    However, opinions diverged significantly when it came to dining options at The Palms. While some reviews praised the food quality, calling it 'the best' among similar facilities, others were notably critical. Detractors described the kitchen staff as poorly managed and inexperienced, leading to disappointing meal experiences that did not meet expectations for such an important aspect of communal living. Comments on food quality ranged dramatically — some found meals enjoyable while others emphasized that improvement was necessary across kitchen services.

    The physical layout of apartments also received mixed feedback. Some residents expressed satisfaction with their accommodations, appreciating spacious two-bedroom layouts at reasonable prices compared to other facilities visited during their search for senior housing. In contrast, one reviewer indicated dissatisfaction with apartment sizes relative to other communities viewed before choosing The Palms. Overall impressions suggest that while many appreciate the space offered, there are differences in preferences depending on individual requirements.

    Staff performance was another focal point in several reviews; most expressed gratitude toward attentive caregivers who genuinely seem to care about resident needs. Specific staff members received accolades for their thoughtful interactions with residents — whether it's providing assistance during daily activities or responding promptly if health concerns arise. Conversely, frustrations surfaced about understaffing issues which sometimes led to difficulty reaching out for support or assistance when needed most urgently.

    Despite challenges mentioned regarding certain aspects like kitchen service or communication hurdles between families and staffing management—especially within memory care units—many families encouraged others considering The Palms at Fort Myers as a viable option due largely to its engaging environment filled with opportunities for involvement alongside caring personnel committed towards enhancing resident quality-of-life experience each day there. Overall sentiment leaned more positively than negatively towards this senior living community reflecting genuine enthusiasm from individuals enjoying life within its walls despite occasional bumps along their unique journeys at The Palms!

    Features

    Housing

    • 80 resident community capacity 80 resident community capacity
    • 1-bedroom apartments 1-bedroom apartments
    • 2-bedroom apartments 2-bedroom apartments
    • Studio apartments Studio apartments

    Types of Care

    • Assisted Living Assisted Living
    • Independent Living Independent Living
    • Memory Care Memory Care

    Amenities

    • Activities off-site Activities off-site
    • Activities on-site Activities on-site
    • Air-conditioning Air-conditioning
    • Beautician on-site Beautician on-site
    • Beauty salon Beauty salon
    • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
    • Computer center Computer center
    • Devotional services off-site Devotional services off-site
    • Devotional services on-site Devotional services on-site
    • Dining room Dining room
    • Financing advice Financing advice
    • Fitness room Fitness room
    • Full kitchen Full kitchen
    • Fully furnished Fully furnished
    • Gaming room Gaming room
    • Garden Garden
    • Ground floor units Ground floor units
    • Handicap accessible Handicap accessible
    • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
    • Indoor common areas Indoor common areas
    • Kitchenette Kitchenette
    • Laundry Laundry
    • Move-in coordination Move-in coordination
    • Outdoor common areas Outdoor common areas
    • Outdoor space Outdoor space
    • Pet friendly Pet friendly
    • Private bathrooms Private bathrooms
    • Resident parking Resident parking
    • Respite or short term stays offered Respite or short term stays offered
    • Restaurant-style dining Restaurant-style dining
    • Small library Small library
    • Swimming pool Swimming pool
    • Swimming pool / hot tub Swimming pool / hot tub
    • Telephone Telephone
    • VA Benefits Consultation VA Benefits Consultation
    • Wellness center Wellness center
    • Wheelchair accessible showers Wheelchair accessible showers
    • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet Wi-Fi/high-speed internet

    Transportation

    • Community operated transportation Community operated transportation
    • Transportation & parking Transportation & parking
    • Transportation arrangement Transportation arrangement
    • Transportation arrangement (non-medical) Transportation arrangement (non-medical)
    • Transportation to doctors appointments Transportation to doctors appointments

    Care Services

    • 12-16 hour nursing 12-16 hour nursing
    • 24-hour call system 24-hour call system
    • 24-hour supervision 24-hour supervision
    • Activities of daily living assistance Activities of daily living assistance
    • Ambulatory care Ambulatory care
    • Assistance with bathing Assistance with bathing
    • Assistance with dressing Assistance with dressing
    • Assistance with transfers Assistance with transfers
    • Coordination with health care providers Coordination with health care providers
    • Dementia waiver Dementia waiver
    • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
    • Diabetic care Diabetic care
    • High acuity care High acuity care
    • Hospice waiver Hospice waiver
    • Incontinence care Incontinence care
    • Meal preparation and service Meal preparation and service
    • Medication management Medication management
    • Mental wellness program Mental wellness program
    • Mild cognitive impairment Mild cognitive impairment
    • Physical therapy Physical therapy
    • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions
    • Specialized memory care programming Specialized memory care programming
    • Transportation arrangement (medical) Transportation arrangement (medical)
    • Transportation to doctors appointments Transportation to doctors appointments

    Dining

    • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
    • Gluten-free Gluten-free
    • Guest meals Guest meals
    • Low / no sodium Low / no sodium
    • Meals provided Meals provided
    • No Sugar No Sugar
    • Professional chef Professional chef
    • Restaurant style dining Restaurant style dining
    • Room service Room service
    • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions
    • Special dining programs Special dining programs
    • Vegetarian Vegetarian

    Activities

    • Activities off-site Activities off-site
    • Art classes Art classes
    • Catholic services Catholic services
    • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
    • Concierge services Concierge services
    • Cooking classes Cooking classes
    • Day trips and outings Day trips and outings
    • Devotional activities offsite Devotional activities offsite
    • Devotional activities on-site Devotional activities on-site
    • Educational speakers / life long learning Educational speakers / life long learning
    • Fitness programs Fitness programs
    • Karaoke Karaoke
    • Live well programs Live well programs
    • Other religious services Other religious services
    • Planned day trips Planned day trips
    • Religious services Religious services
    • Resident-run activities Resident-run activities
    • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities
    • Visiting Rabbi Visiting Rabbi
    • Visiting chaplain or priest Visiting chaplain or priest

    Languages Spoken

    • English English

    Description

    The Palms Of Fort Myers is a vibrant assisted living community located in Fort Myers, FL. We offer a variety of housing options including 2-bedroom apartments and studio apartments to suit the needs and preferences of our residents. Our community provides both Independent Living and Memory Care services.

    At The Palms, we understand the importance of maintaining a high quality of life, which is why we provide an extensive list of amenities to enhance the experience for our residents. These amenities include having a beautician on-site with access to a beauty salon, cable or satellite TV, community operated transportation for easy commuting, a computer center for staying connected, a dining room where residents can enjoy delicious meals prepared by our professional chefs, financing advice for those who need it, a fitness room to stay active and healthy, fully furnished apartments for convenience, and more.

    Our community also offers various recreational areas such as a gaming room, garden, small library, swimming pool, and outdoor space where residents can relax and engage in their favorite activities. Additionally, we are pet-friendly so residents can have their furry companions by their side.

    We take pride in providing exceptional care services to our residents. This includes 24-hour call system for any emergencies or needs that may arise, 24-hour supervision to ensure safety and security, assistance with daily living activities such as bathing and dressing, coordination with health care providers for seamless healthcare management, medication management to ensure proper dosage and administration of medications, physical therapy for rehabilitation or maintenance of mobility, specialized memory care programming for individuals with cognitive impairments or dementia diagnoses.

    Our dining services accommodate special dietary restrictions and provide meal preparation and service. We also offer various activities to keep our residents engaged and entertained including community-sponsored activities, fitness programs to promote overall wellness, planned day trips to nearby attractions, religious services for spiritual fulfillment, resident-run activities which encourage socialization among peers, and scheduled daily activities that cater to different interests.

    In terms of convenience, The Palms Of Fort Myers is surrounded by numerous amenities within close proximity. There are 6 cafes, 2 parks, 11 pharmacies, 38 physicians, 36 restaurants, transportation options, places of worship, theaters, and hospitals nearby for easy access to various services and activities.

    At The Palms Of Fort Myers, we strive to provide a warm and welcoming environment where residents can live comfortably and enjoy an active lifestyle with the support they need.

    Nearby Places of Interest

    Physicians

    • Cardiovascular Concepts Fort Myers (0.2 miles)
    • Gardner Orthopedics (0.5 miles)
    • Associates In Cosmetic Surgery (0.6 miles)
    • Stuart B Krost Md Pa (0.6 miles)
    • Dr. Carlos Sanchez & Associates (0.7 miles)
    • Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute (0.8 miles)
    • Constantine A. Mantz - 21st Century Oncology (0.8 miles)

    Restaurants

    • McDonald's (0.5 miles)
    • Miller's Ale House (0.6 miles)
    • Ginza (0.9 miles)
    • Hooters (0.9 miles)
    • Burger King (1 miles)
    • Waffle House (1 miles)
    • McDonald's (1 miles)

    Cafes

    • Starbucks (0.6 miles)
    • Panera Bread (1.6 miles)
    • Starbucks (2.6 miles)
    • First Watch - Colonial (2.9 miles)
    • Starbucks (3.8 miles)
    • Panera Bread (4 miles)

    Pharmacies

    • Rx To Go (1 miles)
    • Walgreens (1.1 miles)
    • Lee Health Pharmacy (1.2 miles)
    • Walgreens (1.8 miles)
    • CVS Pharmacy (2.3 miles)
    • CVS Pharmacy (2.9 miles)
    • Walgreens (3.3 miles)

    Places of Worship

    • St Cecilia's Catholic Church (2 miles)

    Transportation

    • U-Haul Moving & Storage (2.2 miles)

    Hospitals

    • Johns Hopkins All Children's Outpatient Care (2.3 miles)
    • Healthpark Medical Center (2.9 miles)
    • LPG Orthopedics - The Sanctuary (3.3 miles)
    • Gulf Coast Hospital (4.2 miles)

    Parks

    • Horton Park (3.5 miles)
    • Terry Park (3.8 miles)

    Theaters

    • Regal Belltower (3.8 miles)

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