Assisted Living & Elder Care in Tavares, FL
Looking for compassionate assisted living, senior care, or a nursing home alternative in Lake County? The Gardens at Tavares welcomes your loved one into a nurse-led, family-like environment. We provide expert dementia care, 24/7 support, personalized attention, and same-day admissions when available—giving you peace of mind and your loved one the dignity, comfort, and joy they deserve.
Our mission
Our Mission: Dignity, Comfort, and Peace of Mind for Seniors
Services
Our Senior Care Services
We offer comprehensive assisted living services, including 24/7 care, medication assistance by certified med techs (Florida standards), and daily living support. Medications are overseen by each resident’s physician and our facility RN. We also partner with visiting providers and multiple home health agencies for speech, occupational, and physical therapy—so residents can get the support they need without leaving home.
Home-Style Meals & Dietary Support
Three nutritious meals daily plus snacks, with menus designed by a registered dietitian and accommodations for dietary restrictions and preferences.
Activities That Support Routine & Engagement
A resident-guided enrichment program led by a dedicated activity coordinator—because routine and daily stimulation matter, especially for those with dementia.
Emergency Preparedness You Can Trust
A comprehensive emergency management plan coordinated with county and state authorities, updated annually, with evacuation arrangements in place if needed.
Benefits
Why Families Choose Us for Assisted Living
Experience the difference of a privately owned, nurse-led assisted living facility in Lake County, Florida—where residents’ well-being always comes first.
Nurse-Owned & Operated
Privately owned and led by a Registered Nurse and Certified Dementia Practitioner, with decades of experience in senior care.
Safe, Small Community (36 Residents Max)
A smaller setting means more attention, stronger relationships, and care that doesn’t feel institutional.
Qualified, Screened Team
Our staff hold extensive Florida certifications and have passed Level 2 background screening—so you can feel confident in who’s providing care.
About Us
About The Gardens at Tavares Assisted Living
Founded by Kelley Keoppen, a Registered Nurse and Certified Dementia Practitioner, The Gardens at Tavares provides compassionate, professional care for seniors and disabled adults in Tavares, Florida. With a maximum of 36 residents, we’re able to offer individualized attention, home-style meals designed by a registered dietitian, daily activities led by a dedicated coordinator, and access to visiting providers and home health therapies—all in a warm, family-like environment.
Contact Us
Contact us today to learn more about assisted living, dementia care, or to schedule a tour of our Tavares, FL facility. We currently have availability and can admit residents the same day when needed. Follow us on Facebook: https://facebook.com/TheGardensALF
Thegardensattavaresalf@gmail.com
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FAQ
Here are answers to the most common questions families ask about assisted living and our care approach in Lake County, Florida.
Do you currently have availability?
Do you provide medication management or assistance?
Do you offer therapy services like PT/OT/speech?
Is this a secured facility for wandering residents?