D C★★★★★3 months agoBanyan is Family ❤️
I am long overdue in writing this review. August 2026 will mark two years my mom has been a resident at A Banyan Residence in Venice. There is definitely something very special about this place. With it being a smaller facility it offers a family feel and the opportunity to know the caregivers, med-techs, food service staff, housekeepers, groundskeepers, maintenance workers, as well as getting to know the family members of other residents. All staff is trained in working with the residents there and understanding the dynamics involved.
The grounds are very inviting with both fruit and palm trees, flowers, winding paths, a koi pond, beautiful gazebo, fountains, and a BBQ area (which hosts a family BBQ each Sunday). All rooms are ground floor and open to this beautiful outdoor space. It is the absolute opposite of the institutionalized feel most assisted living/memory care facilities have.
Another huge plus is that the memory care residents are not separated from the assisted living residents. It works! I relate it to inclusion classes in school. People learn from others regardless of ability levels. Another aspect I appreciated when finding Banyan, is once there, you are there in your chosen room. You are not required to move from assisted living room, to a memory care space (as all residents as I mentioned earlier have access to the same spaces), or if hospice is needed, that is provided in your same space which brings comfort to all.
A huge shout out to two people who got us through those beginning months when we all were adjusting. Kassidy and Megan. Kassidy was the Caregiver Supervisor and was recently promoted to Resident Care Coordinator. She is truly one of the most special and supportive people I’ve ever met. Megan was the Resident Care Coordinator and recently promoted to the Supervisor position. When my mom was hospitalized in Sarasota for pneumonia, she came to visit….TWICE. These two shared personal phone numbers, texted, listened, and were and are always still there. I consider them family.
There are so many wonderful people I would like to mention, but a special thanks to my mom’s special caregivers.. Penny and Laura. They go above and beyond, and to Jessica, the activities director. She is incredible with a contagious smile and warm heart. She offers a WIDE variety of activities to meet the different needs of residents there. Garden club (they plant and maintain their vegetable garden), walking clubs both on and off campus, pet therapy, exercise, arts and crafts, library visits, weekly restaurant outings, live music, and SO MUCH MORE!
I truly appreciate each and every person there.
The feel there is like no other. I’m so very thankful for them, and that a place like this exists for my mom.
The Banyan is a welcoming, caring community that encourages family involvement. Staff is excellent & the culture is positive allowing everyone there to work together to provide a great program for residents. The food, activities & care services are wonderful! The unique outdoor gardens & fountains are calming & give residents more opportunities for fresh air & movement! My husband enjoyed interacting with staff & residents while he was there.
When it came time to move my Mom from her lifetime home in NY - I wanted to find a place that she would be comfortable. After searching quite a few Assisted Living Facilities we found Banyan!
We knew it was the perfect place for my Mom.
With its beautiful and peaceful gardens, Koi pond, Gazebo and Barbecue area - We found the place she felt like home!
Everyone from the Administrator, the staff and all the aids are very caring to the needs of my Mom and all of the residents.
I appreciate all that they do!
There are many different activities to participate in.
Lots of music and parties to keep everyone happy!
Everyone enjoys going out weekly for lunch to the local restaurants and the Scenic Bus Tours.
There is a salon that does hair and manicures.
My Mom's medical needs are taken care of onsite by visits from the doctor and podiatrist.
My family is very grateful that we found a great place for my Mom at Banyan.
I am really pleased to do a review of A Banyan Residence in Venice, Florida. My husband and I moved to Venice from Massachusetts a couple of months ago and shortly after we arrived, we began touring assisted living facilities nearby for my mom.
When we visited the Banyan in Venice, we knew instantly that this was the right place for my mom and for us. It was nothing like we had ever seen before; from amazing tropical gardens and meticulous grounds to the vitality and happiness of the residents.
The personal attention and responsiveness from the Director and staff towards the residents and families is easy to see through their caring and respectful interactions. As family members, we also feel very welcome and visit several times during the week. We see the daily and nightly care that is consistently being given to all residents. The staff goes out of their way to make the residents comfortable and happy. They have been kind and comforting while supporting my mom’s successful transition to a new home.
There is a therapeutic value to the physical set up and outside space. The ability be outside in nature is healing in and of itself. You see many residents enjoying and benefiting from the beautiful surroundings and the tranquility from such a peaceful setting. Butterfly gardens with all different species are visible throughout the walkways and paths. There is an incredible Koi fishpond where the residents and family members enjoy sitting and just watching or feeding the fish. Birds can be spotted throughout the gardens and there is always great easy listening music playing. The residents have many opportunities to interact with their neighbors and make new acquaintances. There are daily activities both onsite and scheduled trips offsite during the week. Many enjoy sitting outside to visit with other residents or gather at the Gazebo. The residents are surrounded by beauty throughout the grounds.
This is a family business so there is continuity of care and high expectations that are consistently maintained. From the beautiful outdoor space to the clean well-kept indoor facility there is great attention to detail at the Banyan. In our previous experiences with other assisted living facilities, there was a high turnover of directors and staff. This had a negative impact of my mom and other residents. When your loved one has memory concerns, even minor changes are extremely disruptive to their routine and well-being. Banyan goes out of its way to help mitigate feelings of anxiety by providing care, comfort, and assurance.
My mom has been at the Banyan for a couple of months now, and the experience has been transformative for her. She is more like herself than we have seen for years. My brother came from out of state to visit her and was astounded by the positive changes. My son also visited recently and made the same observations. Most importantly, she is happy, safe, and thriving.
The location is also fantastic. The Banyan is on a quiet road and is only minutes away from the beautiful beaches and downtown Venice which my mom loves!
We feel extremely grateful that we had the option to select such an exceptional placement for my mom and for the positive experience that it has been for all of us.
Thank you,
Amy and Sal Emma
I cannot say enough good things about Banyan. From the very beginning, their entire team has been professional, compassionate, and incredibly supportive. They guided me through a very difficult process with clarity and patience, always making sure my questions were answered and my concerns were heard.
The unique setting is truly one of a kind. Residents have ready access to the outdoors, with beautiful gardens everywhere that provide daily stimulation and peace. The gazebo is a hub of activity, where music and engaging “sports” like cornhole and adapted darts are led by caring, energetic staff. These activities not only brighten the days but also foster connection and joy.
What stood out most to me was the community atmosphere. The thoughtful blending of assisted living with memory care gave my relatively younger husband (65 with FTD) a genuine sense of belonging, while providing me with an extended support team to collaborate with for his best care. It felt less like an institution and more like a family working together.
It is rare to find an organization that combines expertise with such genuine human care. Banyan goes above and beyond, and I am deeply grateful for their role in making a challenging time more manageable. I would wholeheartedly recommend them to anyone seeking a place where both residents and their loved ones are embraced with compassion, dignity, and respect.
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