You Might Lose Square Footage by “Downsizing” to St. James Place; But You Gain a Whole Community
It’s natural to fret over downsizing in retirement. How do you know what to take with you to your new home? When you move to St. James Place, you’ll find that the community fulfills all your recreational, social and wellness needs. You won’t feel like you’re downsizing. Instead, you’ll feel like you’ve enhanced your lifestyle in ways you could not have otherwise imagined. Learn how St. James Place can welcome you into your new home while becoming part of an engaging community.
Staying active doesn’t cost you space
While moving to St. James Place, you don’t have to worry about hauling bulky workout equipment into your new home. Instead, you can focus on your physical wellness at our state-of-the-art, 5,000 square feet fitness center. There, you’ll find an array of professional equipment to help you have the best workout possible. If this new machinery is unfamiliar to you, don’t worry—St. James Place has a dedicated staff of certified personal trainers who can not only teach you about the machinery but also design the right exercise program for you. Prefer to exercise with friends? Consider joining one of our exercise classes like Pilates, aerobics and yoga. If you’d rather make a splash, you can visit our heated, covered swimming pool to relax or exercise.
Explore the beauty of nature by taking a stroll through your new backyard, our scenic outdoor walking trails. Don’t feel like you have to limit yourself to walking, though. It’s always safe & fun to bike around our ¾ mile gated community, especially during beautiful weather. If you’d rather take it slower, become part of our gardening committee or fish in the nearby lake. After you’re done with your workout or activity, you can take advantage of our Spa services, like a manicure or pedicure to help you unwind.
In addition, you don’t have to worry about bringing any cumbersome kitchen appliances to your new home. Instead, you can rely on our delicious dining room options to satiate your appetite. You can visit Le Petit Carré for casual, home-style cooking. If you’re interested in something more elegant, you can enjoy dinner at the Duplantier dining room with frequent specials expertly crafted by our world-class chefs. If you’d rather dine in your home without the hassle of cooking, our dining staff and chef will work with you to prepare a wonderful meal and experience delivered straight to you.
Get to know your neighbors at our exciting events
When you become part of the St. James Place community, you’ll have the opportunity to engage with others who share your background and interests. In addition to our exercise classes, you’ll be able to attend events like our Happy Hour at the Merritt Parlor, where residents can look forward to socializing with one another. It’s the perfect opportunity to have fun with your neighbors. If happy hour is not your thing, we offer frequent movie nights showcasing popular films from recent history to the distant past. We also host events that encourage artistic endeavors, like writer’s workshops and line dancing. St. James Place is happy to provide spiritual enlightenment with transportation to local churches. In addition, we encourage intellectual pursuits, with OLLI courses, guest speakers and book clubs to expand your mind. If you’d rather just enjoy company with your neighbors, you can join one of our many social events.
Freedom to enjoy your time as you please
At St. James Place, you’ll have endless opportunities to enjoy our exciting amenities and events. That’s because we offer our residents a maintenance-free lifestyle, meaning you’ll never have to take care of mowing the lawn or cleaning the gutters. Instead, you can rely on our friendly staff to take care of these. Plus, with the convenience of everything you need located on campus, you won’t have to worry about navigating all around town to take care of your needs. Of course, you’re still welcome to enjoy all that the amazing area of Baton Rouge has to offer! In addition, our on-campus salon and spa can easily work with your schedule, helping you look and feel good. There, you can obtain professional quality hair and spa services.
In addition, living at St. James Place gives you peace of mind by knowing high-quality healthcare is available if and when you need it. As a Life Plan community, you can seamlessly transition between Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care and Nursing Care if your needs ever change. You can truly stay part of this community for life. So why wait to become part of Baton Rouge’s premier senior living community? If you’re interested in learning more about St. James Place, consider taking a personalized tour of the community, where you can see for yourself what makes our community the best in the Baton Rouge area. Contact us at (225) 314-5857 to schedule your visit.