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Where to Begin | 5 Easy Steps

You’ve always made decisions that reflect who you are. At The Waterford in Juno Beach, we believe your next move should do the same. Whether you’re starting to explore options or ready to take a closer look, this guide was created to help you move forward with confidence and a sense of anticipation for everything ahead.

1.) Rethink What Senior Living Can Be

The place you choose to live next should bring elegance and long-term value into one experience. Exploring senior living options early opens the door to greater opportunities for a fulfilling lifestyle. A Life Care community like The Waterford offers an integrated lifestyle with personalized touches and healthcare access already in place.

Get familiar with the most common senior living options:

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A lifestyle-focused setting offering opportunities for dining, wellness, enrichment, and social engagement.

A healthcare setting providing continuous skilled nursing and rehabilitative care for individuals with complex health needs.

Services delivered in a private residence, ranging from companionship to medical care. Often requires families to manage scheduling, staffing, and costs separately.

Ideal for individuals ready to enjoy maintenance-free living with amenities like dining, wellness classes, cultural programs, and social events.

Effortless apartment living with access to discreet help for daily activities such as dressing, bathing, or medication reminders, offering reassurance while preserving independence.

Also called a Life Care community, this model includes access to multiple levels of living, including independent living, skilled nursing, and rehabilitation, within one community.

Age-qualified residences for those seeking simplicity, low maintenance, and a private home-like setting with fewer bundled services.

When’s the Right Time to Make a Move to Senior Living?

Planning ahead puts you in control. When you explore senior living while you’re still independent, you get to shape the experience—select your residence, enjoy the full lifestyle, and take pleasure in the feeling of a decision well-made. Many Life Plan communities begin health qualifications around age 62, so the earlier you explore, the more flexibility you have.

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2.) Define Your Lifestyle and Support Priorities

At The Waterford, living well means having the ability to follow your interests while knowing your future is thoughtfully accounted for. From full access to PGA National Resort to hundreds of curated enrichment opportunities, you’ll find that experiences here are designed to engage, energize, and inspire.

Independent Living

Independent Living at The Waterford blends coastal beauty with lifestyle-centered amenities. Mornings might begin with a walk near the beach or a round of golf at PGA National Resort. Your day could continue with a tech class, a wellness session, or an afternoon cocktail with friends. Every space, from your residence to the shared lounges and gathering areas, is designed with a refined, effortless rhythm.

Independent Living may be a great fit if you:

  • You want to simplify your lifestyle while preserving the luxuries
  • You enjoy curated experiences, including dining, travel, and learning opportunities
  • You appreciate a lifestyle with flexibility, choice, and abundant opportunities.
Rehabilitation

The Waterford's award-winning rehabilitation center offers short-term recovery in a serene, coastal-inspired setting. Whether you’re regaining mobility after surgery or rebuilding strength after illness, licensed therapists guide you through personalized therapy plans using state-of-the-art techniques in a brand new gym.

Rehabilitation may be a strong fit if you:

  • Are recovering from an injury, illness, or medical procedure
  • Need access to physical, occupational, or speech therapy
  • Prefer to recover in a welcoming setting with built-in lifestyle advantages
Skilled Nursing

Skilled Nursing at The Waterford is designed for individuals who require clinical care in a refined, wellness-oriented setting. Residents receive personalized attention from licensed professionals, with the added benefit of a newly remodeled, elevated atmosphere.

Skilled Nursing may be right for individuals who:

  • Have advanced medical needs requiring full-time clinical supervision
  • Want comprehensive care from experienced professionals in a familiar community
  • Value thoughtful service that prioritizes comfort, security, and well-being

3.) Understand the True Value of Senior Living

Investing in a Life Care community like The Waterford is a thoughtful decision that aligns with your long-term lifestyle goals. With a one-time entrance fee and predictable monthly costs, you gain access to premium amenities, everyday services, and priority access to healthcare. It’s a way to plan smartly, live richly, and align your choices with your goals.

Our team can walk you through pricing, contract options, and what’s included at each level of living.

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4.) Visualize Your Ideal Community: Amenities, Services, Peers

At The Waterford, where sophistication meets warmth, our amenities are more than conveniences; they're part of a lifestyle. Enjoy private access to PGA National Resort, elegant coastal architecture, a library, pet-friendly policies, curated events, and wellness offerings designed to match your pace and preferences.

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There’s no substitute for seeing it yourself. A personal tour lets you walk the grounds, explore our coastal-inspired gathering spaces, and meet the people who call The Waterford home. 

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Explore Resident Experiences and Testimonials

The Waterford is known for a level of hospitality and attentiveness that goes beyond expectations. Residents often speak to the richness of their experiences—from morning wellness programs to evening gatherings, and the confidence of knowing care is always within reach.

 

Explore Life at The Waterford

Whether you’re enjoying cocktails on the terrace or participating in a life learning session, each day at The Waterford is filled with opportunities to live fully and beautifully.

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Community and Connection

Engage with neighbors through 200+ enrichment opportunities, from cultural outings to social events and tech courses. Every experience is designed to help you feel involved, inspired, and understood.

Wellness That Works for You

Take advantage of access to PGA National’s fitness center, plus our on-site wellness programming that includes everything from yoga to weekly health seminars.

Culinary Delights

Dining at The Waterford reflects the coastal elegance of the surroundings. Seasonal menus, warm ambiance, and polished service create experiences that feel memorable, no matter the occasion.

Floor Plans

Residences at The Waterford balance modern design with coastal charm. Each space offers natural light, flexible layouts, and the ability to personalize details to your taste.

Amenities

Amenities include PGA membership access, pet-friendly living, weekly housekeeping, and a variety of gathering spaces designed for rest, recreation, and connection.

5.) Let’s Explore Your Future—Together

The Waterford team is here to guide your discovery process and ensure your choices feel informed, inspired, and completely your own.

Reach out to learn more about our offerings and how to plan your next move with intention.

Curious about what makes one community stand out from another? Head to Step 2 of 4: How to Choose a Senior Living Community.

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