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Senior Living in Lake Wales, FL

Everything You Love About Life

Are you looking to become part of a thriving senior living community full of opportunities to bring new meaning to your lifestyle?  Water’s Edge of Lake Wales is worry-free senior living near you that offers a stunning natural-backdrop and a healthy active lifestyle in a resort-like setting. Don’t settle when it comes to experiencing everything your golden years have to offer. Give yourself the meaningful retirement you’ve earned by retiring to Lake Wales, Florida.

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Our Senior Living Lifestyles

From senior independent living to memory care, our lifestyles are shaped by our nonprofit mission and commitment to personalized care, allowing residents to enjoy inspiring, healthy living that nourishes the mind, body, and spirit – whatever their needs may be.

An Ideal Location.

A Perfect Setting.

Nestled in the charming city of Lake Wales, Water’s Edge invites you to embrace a retirement lifestyle where every day presents fresh possibilities. Whether you’re growing herbs in our raised garden beds, perfecting your billiards game, or enjoying chef-prepared cuisine with new friends, you’ll find that this isn’t just a place to live – it’s where your passions flourish. With thoughtfully designed amenities like our cozy Hearth Room and state-of-the-art fitness center, Water’s Edge creates the perfect balance of relaxation and engagement, allowing you to write your retirement story exactly as you’ve always imagined it.

Making Every Moment Extraordinary

At Water’s Edge of Lake Wales, we want you to experience the best retirement lifestyle you possibly can. By offering senior care services alongside appealing community amenities, we truly believe we offer our residents the opportunity to thrive and live life to the fullest.

Around the Clock Care
Friendship & Fellowship
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Whole-Person Wellness
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Growth & Exploration
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Everyday Gourmet

Life Defined

By You

Our photo galleries let you explore our welcoming community from wherever you are, giving you a glimpse of the spaces and amenities that await at Water’s Edge of Lake Wales. See how friendships, hobbies, and peace of mind all come together in a place that truly feels like home.

Enhancing Life. Transforming Lives.

Backed by National Church Residences, with more than 60 years of providing joyful senior lifestyles and compassionate care, Water’s Edge of Lake Wales has been transforming the lives of Lake Wales-area older adults with celebrated retirement living that empowers residents to thrive, connect, and grow.

See Water’s Edge of Lake Wales in Action

Come get a glimpse of what life is like at Water’s Edge of Lake Wales by watching the video! But remember, there’s no substitute for seeing our senior living community in person – if you like what you see, be sure to fill out our contact form and schedule your personal tour.

Hear from Our Residents

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“Water’s Edge has some of the nicest people you could ever get to take care of your loved ones. The building is beautiful and clean, and they take care of it really well.”
– Bob Smith
“21/2 moored hours then home I go. Ty j”
– Retta Hendry
“Water's Edge of Lake Wales is a LIFE SAVER for my Dad, JR! Dad weighed 101 lbs and continuing to loose weight when he moved to Water's Edge, but in just 2 weeks he weighed 110 lbs! The transition for Dad was easily made within the first week of living at Water's Edge. He is socializing with the residents and friendly staff! Enjoying meals with friends, watching ping pong games, attending events & activities, getting his hair cut, joins the guys for a game of pool, attends the Friday Happy Hours with all kinds of beverages, wonderful hor d'erves, and even chocolate fondue, watches movies & eating popcorn in their theater about 4 times a week, was honored as a Combat Veteran and enjoyed 4th of July celebrations, was chauffeured to his home 30 miles round trip to pick up a few things, the receptionists always greet him with a smile, remind him of events and help with any questions he may have in addition to ensuring he receives his calls and messages, and he also gets to FaceTime with friends and family – it's so wonderful to see my Dad and hear his voice! That is the "fun" part, let me share the peace I have knowing Dad is in a safe, clean environment, with cheerful, watchful and helpful staff, he has his own private apartment with a full kitchen and oversized bathroom, he has a medical alert device, nurses and doctor check on him 24/7, Management are completely supportive and maintain constant communication concerning my Dad's care program, Dad doesn't have to drive himself to appointments/hospital/emergency room and wait for care, his prescriptions are delivered to Water's Edge, they administer/monitor his prescription doses, assists with daily living activities, there is a security/monitoring system, he enjoys three hot meals (and usually 2 desserts!) prepared by a chef and served by a waitress, healthy snacks are always offered, daily transportation to the local stores, exercise equipment and programs, heated swimming pool, partnership with Pinnacle Home HealthCare and a rehabilitation center if needed, and so much more…But most important are the Water's Edge employees. They are professionals with caring hearts who give attention to detail and have a desire to serve their residents – 24/7! My Dad's life has been transformed by Water's Edge superior care and heartfelt love and attention. I will forever be grateful to Water's Edge for ensuring my Dad's Golden Years are the best possible. Toni Russ, JR's Daughter WATER'S EDGE OF LAKE WALES Ensures the freedom of their residents. Has had no misconduct or criminal activity regarding personal property. Protects the rights of the elderly, their residents. Please contact me if you have any concerns or questions regarding the "Poor-Fair" Google Review.”
– Toni Russ
“Every time I visit here I am reminded at what a great community it is. The staff all work together to help and the residents are all having a good time.”
– Jason Asp
“Amazing place”
– Isaiah Reid
“My father is now 98 and has had an Assisted Living apartment at Waters Edge since he was 94 and they treat him like a King. I could not imagine a better place to care for his needs and to allow him to age gracefully. Thanks to the caring and constantly innovative staff of Waters Edge and their parent company. They are constantly in search of a way to do better today than they did yesterday.”
– Robert Staib
“Overall, Waters Edge is amazing. However, today when I went in my moms room, there was feces on the outside of the toilet, and on the toilet seat as well as places on the floor in the bathroom and in the kitchen. I cleaned it up.”
– Marcia Faletti
“It is a beautiful community. Like any place nothings perfect but I do know the staff really care about the residents and you feel that from the moment you walk in.”
– L H
“I am so thankful for the staff at Water's Edge. My parents have really enjoyed the safety and security this facility provides. It is truly like a family. From the Director to the housekeeper, each one goes out of their way to ensure a great experience. With weekly housekeeping, transportation, activities and a nice variety of menu options, they have maneuvered Covid well by screening visitors, providing safe visiting options, closed down the dining room and delivering meals to the rooms, and then opening the dining room with social distancing. I have been very impressed with the way they have handled the pandemic with the residents care and safety at the forefront. The receptionists and dining room servers treat my folks and all the residents as their own parents or grandparents. This is so rare and means so much to me. The facility is maintained beautifully and has some beautiful views over a lovely pond. I can highly recommend.”
– Tropical Tropical
“Wanted to share my our experience with my mother's care. Being 754 miles away is surely a rough situation to ensure Mother was taken care of. Folks the Staff are far above 5 stars and they love all the residents like its their family. They always were more than accommodating with my distance to ensure that mother was taken care of. She was very comfortable and pleased with her stay there. We came and got her and brought her back to TN where family lives and she still asks about Water's Edge. If you need some where for your family to be in their golden years I would recommend this facility for sure. Thanks Mike Vines”
– Mike Vines