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Windward Palms in Boynton Beach, FL

Windward Palms is an independent living community in Boynton Beach, FL.

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Windward Palms in Boynton Beach, FL

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  • Interior

    A spacious and elegantly designed dining area with neatly arranged tables and chairs.
  • Decor

    A modern dining room with a long table set for guests.
  • Living Room

    A cozy living room with a sofa, dining table, chairs, and a standing lamp near a window.
  • Building

    A well-maintained building entrance with neatly trimmed landscaping and a driveway, featuring a flag flying in the background.
  • Architecture

    A residential house with a Spanish-style roof and palm trees in the front yard.
  • Bedroom

    A cozy bedroom with neutral tones featuring a neatly made bed and elegant decor.
  • Windows

    A cozy living room with bookshelves, a sofa, armchairs, and ottomans under a set of three windows.
  • Dining

    A cozy dining area with a round table and four chairs, featuring artwork on the wall and natural light from the window.
  • Entrance

    Entrance to a building with stone pillars and a covered porch.
  • Artwork

    A cozy living room with a television, wooden furniture, and decorative plants.
  • Seating Area

    A modern conference room featuring comfortable seating and a large television screen.
  • Outdoor

    A backyard swimming pool with a protective enclosure, patio furniture, and an umbrella.
  • Television

    A fitness room equipped with stationary bikes and a television.
  • Lobby

    A modern lobby with elegant decor and comfortable seating arrangements.

8440 South Military Trail, Boynton Beach, FL 33436

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4.3 from 124 reviews
5 stars
72
4 stars
27
3 stars
15
2 stars
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1 stars
6

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Windward Palms Costs & Pricing

Windward Palms offers a competitive pricing structure for its accommodations, significantly lower than both Palm Beach County and the broader state of Florida. For a studio, residents can expect to pay $2,135, a striking contrast to the county's average of $4,274 and the state's average of $3,823. Similarly, the one-bedroom units are priced at $2,885, which is substantially less than Palm Beach County's rate of $4,362 and Florida's average of $3,864. The two-bedroom option also stands out at $3,525 compared to the county's average cost of $5,359 and the state's figure of $4,711. Overall, Windward Palms not only offers an appealing living environment but does so at prices that provide considerable value relative to surrounding options.

Floor plansWindward PalmsPalm Beach CountyFlorida
Studio$2,135$4,274$3,823
1 Bedroom$2,885$4,362$3,864
2 Bedrooms$3,525$5,359$4,711

Overall Review of Windward Palms

common 40 reviews mention this

Staff friendliness and responsiveness stand out

Residents and families repeatedly describe staff who are kind and responsive.

A big theme across reviews is the day-to-day tone: residents and family members say the front desk, office, maintenance, and dining teams are welcoming, caring, and willing to help. Multiple reviewers mention that staff check in, know people by name, and make them feel comfortable and supported. There are also a few negative notes about communication and follow-through, but many reviews counterbalance that with examples of staff resolving problems.

common 26 reviews mention this

Dining quality feels mixed

Dining is a frequent point of discussion, with both praise and complaints.

Several residents and families say the food is good to excellent and that the dining room experience is enjoyable. At the same time, other reviews criticize meal quality—calling out issues like lukewarm food, overcooked items, and meals not matching what’s listed. Even within positive reviews, people describe a range of experiences, suggesting results can vary by meal or staffing.

  • A spacious and elegantly designed dining area with neatly arranged tables and chairs.
  • A modern dining room with a long table set for guests.
  • A cozy dining area with a round table and four chairs, featuring artwork on the wall and natural light from the window.
common 18 reviews mention this

Activities keep residents engaged

Many reviews highlight a steady schedule of social activities.

Reviews commonly mention frequent activities such as bingo, card games, music or singers, arts and crafts, and planned outings. Several residents describe staying active and making friends through events, and others say they enjoy having entertainment without having to plan everything themselves. A few reviewers note they’re not as involved, while others say activity planning can be inconsistent during certain periods.

caveat 14 reviews mention this

Pricing and value prompt contrasts

Reviews describe the cost as either good value or too high for the experience.

Some reviewers focus on affordability, describing the community as a good value for independent living and even mentioning rent as a positive factor. Others explicitly call it expensive or describe trade-offs against what they expected from dining and services. That split is consistent with the pricing overview showing rates well below county and state averages across unit types.

differentiator 6 reviews mention this

Transportation and care support are built in

Families mention help with meals and getting to appointments, alongside care coordination.

Beyond independent living, reviews and provided care details point to support for daily needs such as meal preparation and service, medication management, and a 24-hour call system. Multiple reviewers also mention medical staffing and transportation options like a bus for errands and appointments. A few comments suggest responsiveness can vary, but overall the community’s support is a consistent part of the offering.

caveat 7 reviews mention this

Maintenance and communication sometimes falter

Some reviews report service problems related to maintenance and getting help quickly.

A recurring concern in the negative reviews involves getting assistance when needed—phone calls not returned or staff being hard to reach. There are also specific maintenance complaints, including elevator breakdowns that affected residents who needed mobility access. Other negative notes include admin or operational hiccups tied to staffing changes, with some families describing follow-through issues alongside these service problems.

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Features

Housing

  • 144 resident community capacity 144 resident community capacity
  • 1-bedroom apartments 1-bedroom apartments
  • 2-bedroom apartments 2-bedroom apartments
  • Studio apartments Studio apartments

Types of Care

  • Independent Living Independent Living

Pets

  • Cats allowed Cats allowed
  • Dogs allowed Dogs allowed

Amenities

  • Activities off-site Activities off-site
  • Activities on-site Activities on-site
  • Air-conditioning Air-conditioning
  • Bath tubs Bath tubs
  • 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
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Gaming room Gaming room
  • Garden Garden
  • Ground floor units Ground floor units
  • Guasts at mealtime Guasts at mealtime
  • Guest parking Guest parking
  • Handicap accessible Handicap accessible
  • Home sale assistance Home sale assistance
  • 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 patio Outdoor patio
  • Outdoor space Outdoor space
  • Overnight guests Overnight guests
  • Pet friendly Pet friendly
  • Private bathrooms Private bathrooms
  • Restaurant-style dining Restaurant-style dining
  • Small library Small library
  • Swimming pool Swimming pool
  • Swimming pool / hot tub Swimming pool / hot tub
  • TV room TV room
  • Telephone Telephone
  • VA Benefits Consultation VA Benefits Consultation
  • Wellness center Wellness center
  • Wheelchair accessible showers Wheelchair accessible showers
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

  • Palm Beach International (9 miles away) Palm Beach International (9 miles away)
  • Community operated transportation Community operated transportation
  • Transportation & parking Transportation & parking
  • Transportation arrangement Transportation arrangement
  • Transportation arrangement (non-medical) Transportation arrangement (non-medical)

Care Services

  • 12-16 hour nursing 12-16 hour nursing
  • 24-hour call system 24-hour call system
  • Assistance with dressing Assistance with dressing
  • Hospice waiver Hospice waiver
  • Meal preparation and service Meal preparation and service
  • Medication management Medication management
  • Mental wellness program Mental wellness program
  • Transportation to doctors appointments Transportation to doctors appointments

Dining

  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Guest meals Guest meals
  • International cuisine International cuisine
  • Meals provided Meals provided
  • Professional chef Professional chef
  • Restaurant style dining Restaurant style dining
  • Room service Room service
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

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
  • 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
  • Jewish services Jewish services
  • Other religious services Other religious services
  • Planned day trips Planned day trips
  • Protestant services Protestant 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

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Nearby Places of Interest

This area of Boynton Beach, Florida offers a convenient location with essential services nearby. There are multiple pharmacies within a few miles, ensuring easy access to medication and healthcare supplies. In terms of dining options, there are familiar chains like McDonald's and Chipotle as well as more casual sit-down restaurants like Miller's Ale House and Duffy's Sports Grill. For entertainment, there is a Cinemark theater nearby for movie nights. Medical services are also easily accessible with orthopedic and diagnostic centers in close proximity. The presence of parks like Ezel H. Community Park and Caloosa Park provides opportunities for outdoor activities and relaxation. Overall, this area offers a mix of convenience, amenities, and healthcare options that could be appealing for seniors looking to settle in Boynton Beach.

Pharmacies

  • Walgreens (0.3 miles)
  • CVS Speciality (1.9 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (2.1 miles)
  • Winn-Dixie (2.2 miles)
  • Walgreens (2.3 miles)
  • Walgreens (2.4 miles)
  • Walgreens (2.7 miles)

Restaurants

  • McDonald's (1.5 miles)
  • McDonald's (1.9 miles)
  • Chipotle Mexican Grill (2 miles)
  • Miller's Ale House - Boynton (2 miles)
  • Hurricane Grill & Wings (2.1 miles)
  • Duffy's Sports Grill (2.2 miles)
  • Sonic Drive-In (2.3 miles)

Theaters

  • Cinemark (1.9 miles)

Physicians

  • Orthopedics of the Palm Beaches (2 miles)
  • Diagnostic Centers of America (2 miles)
  • Martha Mercedes Rodriguez (2.7 miles)
  • Imaging Center-Boynton Beach (2.7 miles)
  • Siperstein Dermatology Group (3 miles)
  • Boynton Beach Skin (3.4 miles)
  • Florida Allergy & Asthma Assoc (3.6 miles)

Cafes

  • Starbucks (2.4 miles)
  • Starbucks (4.3 miles)
  • Panera Bread (4.5 miles)
  • Starbucks (6.1 miles)
  • The Original Brooklyn Water Bagel Co. (6.1 miles)

Transportation

  • Boynton Beach Tri-rail Station (2.9 miles)

Parks

  • Ezel H. Community Park (3.3 miles)
  • Caloosa Park (4.6 miles)
  • Ocean Front Park (4.8 miles)
  • Gulfstream Park (5.3 miles)

Hospitals

  • Jfk Cath Lab (3.8 miles)
  • Jfk Transport (3.8 miles)
  • Baptist Health Bethesda Hospital West (5.1 miles)

Places of Worship

  • Epiphany Lutheran Church (5.8 miles)

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