The Palms of Fort Myers is a senior living community located in Fort Myers, Florida, provided by Five Star Senior Living. The facility offers multiple care options, including assisted living as the primary service, with additional independent living and memory care support. Residents receive individualized care plans tailored to their specific needs, and have access to a range of medical and personal support services. Ongoing upgrades to community spaces and dining areas are being made to improve residents' experiences.
The Palms of Fort Myers provides a variety of care and medical support resources. Specialized memory care is available for residents with Alzheimer's disease or other forms of dementia, delivered within a secured community designed to promote safety and comfort. Routine wellness checks are conducted to monitor health status, and on-site medication management ensures that prescriptions are taken as directed. For residents with incontinence or those requiring full assistance, staff are able to help with all aspects of bathing, dressing, and toileting, while mealtime support includes standby supervision for eating. The facility can also provide diabetes care, ambulatory support, and access to visiting healthcare professionals such as optometrists. Amenities on-site include a barber/beauty salon, chapel, restaurant-style dining, as well as dedicated clubs and social communities to encourage engagement. Walking paths and outdoor common areas are available for recreation and exercise. The team offers services and supports in Spanish for residents and families who prefer communication in this language.
Transportation is provided for both medical and non-medical purposes. The Palms of Fort Myers offers complimentary transportation and scheduled local transportation, enabling residents to attend off-site medical appointments, access community programs, run errands, or participate in local events and outings.
Review summaries from residents and their families frequently note the facility's cleanliness, maintenance, and vibrant atmosphere. The staff, described as caring and consistently attentive, play a pivotal role in meeting the needs of residents across all levels of care, including transitions and daily routines. Effective leadership, clear communication, and adaptability to challenges such as hurricanes are often mentioned. Residents report high satisfaction with the social and meal offerings, a strong sense of safety and well-being, and active inclusion in community life. Occasional concerns are rare; positive feedback is overwhelmingly the norm, with many families recommending The Palms of Fort Myers for those seeking assisted living or memory care.
Costs at this community start at $1,900 and range up to $4,100. The average price in the community is $3,150, which is less than the average price in the area of $4,308. The cost of assisted living in this area is essentially the same as the cost throughout the state. If the resident needs other services, additional services may increase the monthly cost.
