Understanding Levels of Care at Aviva Senior Life

As we age, understanding the different levels of care in senior living can make planning for the future much easier. Aviva Senior Life, Sarasota’s only rental, not-for-profit senior living campus, offers a full continuum of care—all on one welcoming campus. That means you can remain in the same community and transition seamlessly to the right level of support if your needs change.

Choosing a community with multiple care options ensures that you can age in place while maintaining comfort, dignity, and peace of mind. Here’s an overview of the levels of care available at Aviva Senior Life.

Independent Living

At Aviva, independent living means freedom from the burdens of homeownership. Without the worry of home maintenance or repairs, you can enjoy a maintenance-free lifestyle in a vibrant, social setting. Our rental model means no large buy-in fee—just the flexibility and convenience you deserve.

Independent living residents enjoy:

• Housekeeping and maintenance services
• Chef-prepared meals in a welcoming dining room
• A rich calendar of activities, from fitness classes to lifelong learning
• Scheduled transportation to medical appointments, shopping, and local cultural events

Living independently at Aviva gives you the time, resources, and community connections to focus on what you love most.

Assisted Living

Assisted living at Aviva is ideal for individuals who need support with activities of daily living (ADLs), such as bathing, dressing, or medication management. Our team provides the care you need while respecting your independence and personal routines.

Services in assisted living include:

• 24-hour professional support
• Three nutritious meals and snacks daily
• A full program of activities to support physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being
• Assistance with personal care and medication

This level of care ensures that residents receive the right amount of help, enabling them to thrive each day.

Skilled Nursing

For those requiring more advanced medical care, Aviva’s skilled nursing center offers 24/7 nursing support. We also provide rehabilitation services for short-term recovery following illness, injury, or surgery.

Skilled nursing services include:

• Round-the-clock licensed nursing care
• Physical, occupational, and speech therapy
• Coordination with personal physicians
• Support with all activities of daily living

Our skilled nursing care is designed to restore health, maximize independence, and provide comfort in a compassionate environment.

Memory Care

Aviva’s memory care neighborhood is a safe, supportive environment for individuals living with Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia. We focus on person-centered care that addresses each resident’s unique needs.

Features of our memory care program include:

• Structured routines to reduce anxiety and promote comfort
• Engaging programs such as music therapy, fitness, and sensory activities
• Staff trained in dementia care best practices
• Secure spaces designed for safety and ease of navigation

Our goal is to help each resident experience moments of joy, connection, and purpose every day.

Choosing the Right Level of Care

Selecting a senior living community is about more than just meeting today’s needs—it’s about ensuring peace of mind for the future. At Aviva, our continuum of care means that if your needs change, you won’t have to move to a new community or leave the friends and lifestyle you love.

About Aviva Senior Life

Aviva Senior Life is Sarasota’s only rental, not-for-profit senior living campus, offering independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing—all in one location. Rooted in Jewish values and welcoming to people of all faiths, we provide a vibrant lifestyle, compassionate care, and the flexibility of rental living. Contact us today to discover the right level of care for you or your loved one.