


The Verandah at Graywood
5851 Gray Market Drive, Lake Charles, LA 70605
The Verandah in Lake Charles, LA, provides residents with an opportunity to start an exciting new chapter in their lives. As a premier senior retirement community, The Verandah is known for its affordable independent living in a serene neighborhood of Graywood, offering easy access to shopping, restaurants, hospitals, and more. Catering to those seeking an active community experience as well as those requiring around-the-clock assistance, The Verandah ensures all residents receive the care and lifestyle they deserve. Furthermore, The Verandah encourages a seamless transition from Independent Living to Assisted Living and Memory Care for residents needing increased levels of care. Residents at The Verandah’s Independent Living suites enjoy an enriching lifestyle with the assurance that higher care levels can be provided within the same community as their needs evolve. This continuity of care is a testament to The Verandah's commitment to its residents' long-term welfare and comfort.
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Community Details
Safety and convenience are paramount at The Verandah. The community prides itself on providing a smoke-free environment, with ionized air filtering that eradicates 99% of viruses, bacteria, and other airborne particulates. Additionally, measures like multiple daily cleaning schedules and the requirement for new residents to provide a negative COVID-19 test result before admission underline the community's attention to health and safety. An outstanding location enhances the living experience at The Verandah. Situated just minutes away from essential services such as hospitals, parks, and shopping centers, residents have convenient access to everything they may need. Above all, The Verandah places customer service at its core, ensuring a welcoming and supportive atmosphere. Residents and visitors alike enjoy the friendliness of the staff and the professional management of the community that prioritizes attention to every detail. The team at The Verandah is committed to creating a warm environment that fosters a pleasant living experience.
Details
- Smoke-Free Environment
- Ionized Air Filtering
- COVID-19 Safety Measures
- Close Proximity to Hospitals
- Parks and Shopping Centers
- Outstanding Customer Service
- Professional Management
Food and Dining
At The Verandah, the dining experience is revolutionized with a 24/7 gourmet food service. Residents have the liberty to enjoy meals anytime, prepared from the freshest ingredients by the Executive Chef. This all-day dining provision ensures that residents can indulge in delicious, nutritious cuisine that caters to various dietary needs and preferences. The community extends invitations for complimentary lunches or dinners, allowing potential residents and their families to experience the dining culture at The Verandah firsthand. The culinary team at The Verandah prioritizes variety and quality, ensuring that each meal is an experience in itself. With round-the-clock access to haute cuisine and the convenience of this unique food service, residents can make the most of their dining at The Verandah, whether it's for a quick snack or a leisurely meal with fellow residents.
Dining
- 24/7 Gourmet Food Service
- Prepared by Executive Chef
- All-Day Dining Provision
- Nutritious Cuisine
- Dietary Accommodations
- Complimentary Meals
Amenities
The Verandah offers a range of full-service amenities designed to enhance the daily lives of its residents. These amenities include all utilities with the rent (excluding personal telephone) and complimentary WiFi in common areas. With concierge services like weekly housekeeping, on-call apartment maintenance, and a front desk concierge, residents can live hassle-free. The community also boasts a fitness and wellness center, movie theater, hair salon, library, and computer center, all conveniently located on-site. For those who love to stay active and social, The Verandah provides a robust activity calendar filled with various physical and intellectual activities. Residents can participate in exercise classes, tai chi, movie nights, bingo, day trips, and more. As an added convenience, door-to-door transportation is offered for shopping trips, doctor's appointments, and cultural events. Dining at The Verandah is a 24/7 affair, where residents can savor gourmet food at any time of the day or night, prepared by the Executive Chef.
Amenities
- Smoke-Free Environment
- Ionized Air Filtering
- COVID-19 Safety Measures
- Close Proximity to Hospitals
- Parks and Shopping Centers
- Outstanding Customer Service
- Professional Management
- Utilities Included
- Free WiFi
- Concierge Service
- Weekly Housekeeping
- On-Call Apartment Maintenance
- Fitness and Wellness Center
- Movie Theater
- Hair Salon
- Library
- Computer Center
- Activity Calendar
- Door-to-Door Transportation
- 24/7 Dining
Activities
Activities
A vibrant social life is integral to The Verandah’s charm, thanks to a calendar bustling with activities. Every day brings new opportunities for residents to engage in physical activities, such as morning exercise sessions, Zumba, workout classes, a walking club, and even Wii bowling. Intellectual stimulation is not forgotten, with an array of events including Wheel of Fortune, Spanish lessons, card games, poker, and even a book club to keep the mind active. These activities serve as a platform for residents to connect, learn, and enjoy life to the fullest in a communal setting. The community excels at fostering togetherness through events like Mexican Train and News Updates with Becky. Every session is an avenue for bringing residents together, crafting a sense of community and shared purpose. Whether the preference is for energetic Zumba classes, strategic board games, or tranquil book club discussions, The Verandah ensures that there's something to suit every resident's interests and lifestyle.


Amenities
- Exercise Sessions
- Zumba
- Workout Classes
- Walking Club
- Wii Bowling
- Wheel of Fortune
- Spanish Lessons
- Card Games
- Poker
- Book Club
- Mexican Train
- News Updates