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Retirement in Style

Jacaranda Trace Redesigns, Expands & Renovates its Already Expansive Campus

Living well–especially as we grow older–is an art worth pursuing.  Recent trends suggest that mature adults’ definition of “retiring in style” is rapidly transforming, thus reinforcing why savvy senior living communities like Jacaranda Trace are reimagining their future.

Most retirees seek maintenance-free living with well-appointed amenities and services to maintain the freedom to travel and enjoy life at their leisure—as well as live in a stylishly designed home that matches their distinct personality and budget.  The added value of a seamless system filled with choice and convenience to access member-exclusive wellness and future healthcare options, such as outpatient rehabilitation, in-home support, skilled home health, and boutique-style assisted living with nursing care when needed, elevates Jacaranda Trace beyond most retirement living options.

Jacaranda Trace is located in south Venice and encompasses a beautiful 33-acre neighborhood surrounded by many prized golf and country club communities.  After Jacaranda Trace was acquired in mid-2022 by Convivial Life, Inc., a Florida not-for-profit organization, Convivial wasted no time responding to the ever-evolving paradigm from a growing segment of seniors.

“The word ‘Convivial’ speaks to the culture and experience we want to create in our communities now, and, into the future,” stated CEO Joel Anderson.  “Jacaranda Trace is filled with a wonderful family of resident members, neighbors, and staff who make the community a great place to live and work,” said Anderson, adding “Our timeless design of the community and homes available, Convivial’s onsite healthcare, and other amenities are great, but it’s our community’s culture that prospective residents see and feel when they visit us. It sets us apart and builds confidence in their decision to become a member.” 

Robust demand in 2023 broke the 20-year record of new member sales at Jacaranda Trace, making it the ideal time for Convivial to announce the expansion of 88 apartment homes for the final phase of development at Jacaranda Trace.  The expansion’s floor plans will include both one- and two-plus bedroom designs, ranging from 1,250 to 2,200+ square feet. Each residence will be beautifully designed and offer a private outdoor terrace, underbuilding parking, and Jacaranda Trace’s celebrated lifestyle. Priority deposits are now being accepted to lock-in special privileges to preview and reserve these new homes when presales begin in the second quarter of 2024.

Convivial is also thrilled to begin improvements on the clubhouse’s amenities and services, as well as significant upgrades in each existing apartment home and villa to match what most retirees are seeking.  “We receive rave reviews in the upgrades and improvements we are making,” said Kristen Myers, Vice President of Membership Sales.  “Our spacious residences offer many choices from apartments to villas and include open floor plans to entertain with quality finishes and design options to satisfy incoming members’ preferences.”

Higher standards will be expected from those like Jacaranda Trace to satisfy every aspect of active retirees’ living preferences.  That’s why Convivial is dedicated to seeing Jacaranda Trace be Venice’s premier community in providing an exceptional, and stylish, retirement experience.

To tour Jacaranda Trace’s exceptional retirement living options for yourself, call the membership sales office at 941.263.0865 or visit JacarandaTrace.com/Retire.

  • A view of the "Bamboo" Model Living Room at Jacaranda Trace.
  • Jacaranda Trace's "Banyan" model living room is full of light!

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