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Barak House in Jacksonville, FL

Barak House is an assisted living community in Jacksonville, FL.

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1473 West 14Th Street, Jacksonville, FL 32209

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Features

Housing

  • 6 resident community capacity 6 resident community capacity

Types of Care

  • Assisted Living Assisted Living
  • Board and Care Home Board and Care Home
  • Respite Care Respite Care

Amenities

  • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Garden Garden
  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • Move-in coordination Move-in coordination
  • Outdoor space Outdoor space
  • Telephone Telephone
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

  • Jacksonville International (10 miles away) Jacksonville International (10 miles away)

Care Services

  • 24-hour supervision 24-hour supervision
  • Activities of daily living assistance Activities of daily living assistance
  • 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
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Meal preparation and service Meal preparation and service
  • Medication management Medication management
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions
  • Transportation arrangement (medical) Transportation arrangement (medical)
  • Transportation to doctors appointments Transportation to doctors appointments

Dining

  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Activities

  • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities

Description

Barak House in Jacksonville, FL is a warm and inviting assisted living community that offers a range of care services for individuals who require assistance with their daily activities. As a Board and Care Home, we provide personalized attention in a comfortable and homelike environment. Our dedicated staff is trained to assist with bathing, dressing, transfers, medication management, and coordination with healthcare providers.

Our residents enjoy various amenities that enhance their overall wellbeing. We have a spacious dining room where nutritious meals are prepared and served to meet specific dietary restrictions, including diabetes diets. The fully furnished accommodations provide a cozy atmosphere for our residents to relax and feel at home. Additionally, our beautifully maintained garden and outdoor space allow for leisurely strolls or enjoying the fresh air.

At Barak House, we understand the importance of engaging activities to promote socialization and mental stimulation. Our scheduled daily activities cater to individual interests and preferences. Whether it's participating in group exercises or pursuing personal hobbies, there is something for everyone.

Convenience is another aspect we prioritize for our residents. With 5 cafes, 2 parks, 6 pharmacies, 10 physicians' offices, 22 restaurants, 3 places of worship nearby, our community ensures easy access to essential services as well as opportunities for outings and exploration. Furthermore, transportation arrangements can be made for medical appointments.

We take pride in providing quality care and ensuring the comfort of our residents at all times. From housekeeping services to move-in coordination, we strive to make the transition into our community seamless. Residents also have access to telephone service and Wi-Fi/high-speed internet for their communication needs.

Barak House welcomes individuals seeking respite care or long-term accommodations in an assisted living community that prioritizes their wellbeing and independence while fostering a sense of belonging within a close-knit community.

Nearby Places of Interest

This part of Jacksonville, Florida, offers a convenient and vibrant environment for senior living. With several pharmacies, hospitals, physicians, and places of worship within close proximity, residents will have easy access to essential services and healthcare facilities. The diverse range of restaurants, cafes, and parks in the area provide ample opportunities for socializing and recreation. Additionally, the neighborhood's peaceful atmosphere and well-maintained amenities make it a desirable location for seniors looking to enjoy a comfortable retirement lifestyle.

Pharmacies

  • Walgreens (0.8 miles)
  • Walgreens (2.5 miles)
  • Walgreens (3 miles)
  • Walgreens (4 miles)
  • Walgreens (4.1 miles)
  • Winn-Dixie (4.4 miles)
  • Winn-Dixie (5 miles)

Hospitals

  • UF Health of Jacksonville (1 miles)
  • UF Health Jacksonville Towers (1.1 miles)
  • Childrens Medical Services (1.4 miles)
  • Ascension St Vincent's Riverside (3.2 miles)
  • Baptist Primary Care (6.1 miles)
  • Brooks Rehabilitation Hospital (6.3 miles)

Restaurants

  • Strings Sports Brewery (1.6 miles)
  • Fred Cotten's Landmark BBQ (1.7 miles)
  • Uptown Kitchen & Bar (1.7 miles)
  • BurgerFi (2 miles)
  • Bellwether (2.1 miles)
  • Nacho Taco (2.5 miles)
  • Kaika Teppanyaki Asian Fusion (2.6 miles)

Places of Worship

  • Allen Chapel Ame Church (1.7 miles)
  • Riverside United Church of Christ (3 miles)
  • West Jacksonville Baptist Church (5 miles)
  • Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints (6.5 miles)
  • Faith Baptist Church (6.7 miles)

Physicians

  • Jax Vision Care (2 miles)
  • Carithers Pediatric Group (2.7 miles)
  • Hortencia Espino, MD (2.8 miles)
  • Nemours Children's Clinic (2.9 miles)
  • Jacksonville Pediatrics (2.9 miles)
  • Jacksonville Orthopaedic Institute (3 miles)
  • Florida Retina Institute (3 miles)

Cafes

  • European Street Cafe (3.1 miles)
  • European Street Cafe (3.3 miles)
  • Southern Grounds (3.6 miles)
  • Casbah Cafe (4.2 miles)
  • Starbucks (4.4 miles)
  • Starbucks (5.1 miles)
  • Panera Bread (5.4 miles)

Parks

  • Riverfront Park (3.5 miles)
  • Adams Park (3.9 miles)
  • Cortez Park (5.8 miles)

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