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Meal preparation and service
University Pines - Sky Active Living
4.2 (198 reviews)Pensacola, FL
Independent Living and Assisted Living in Pensacola, with spaces to feel at home and support for your next chapter.
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University Pines - Sky Active Living is an independent-living community in Pensacola, Florida. Listed apartment choices include studios, one-bedroom apartments, and two-bedroom apartments. The community’s description notes large windows, private bathrooms, and heating and cooling controls for each apartment. Amenity listings also identify kitchenettes, air conditioning, Wi-Fi, cable or satellite television, and a private patio, deck, or balcony. A telephone is also listed as an in-apartment feature. Wheelchair-accessible units and accessible showers are listed as well. The three-story building has elevators. The community also describes neutral interior colors and apartments designed to accommodate residents’ own furniture and décor.
Household services listed include regular housekeeping, light linen service, and maintenance; laundry service or dry cleaning is also named among the amenities. Transportation is listed as scheduled or complimentary, and resident parking is noted, with covered and uncovered options also listed. Other practical features include concierge service, grocery or errand assistance, postal services, and a mail room. The culinary team prepares three meals daily, served in a restaurant-style dining room. Set-menu and choice-menu options, guest meals, a private dining room, and accommodation of special dietary restrictions are also listed. A third-party listing also includes respite or short-term stays among the options.
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Daily programming at the Life Enrichment Center is shaped by resident input and includes classes, groups, physical activities, social events, and outings. Listed activities include book and walking clubs, art classes, bridge and card groups, trivia, karaoke, and live musical performances. Movie nights, music programs, and day trips provide additional scheduled options. The calendar also includes birthday and holiday gatherings, barbecues or picnics, and happy hours. Religious programming includes devotional activities and Bible study, as well as Christian and Catholic services; weekly devotional services are held in a chapel. A visiting chaplain or priest is also listed among the religious-programming options.
Shared indoor spaces include an atrium, fireplace, meeting room, library, television lounge, game room, and billiards area. An activity room, piano, and business room are also among the listed amenities, and overnight visitors are noted. Outdoor common areas include a patio and walking paths. The listed amenities further include a fitness center or fitness room, swimming pool, barber shop, and beauty salon. An emergency alert system and a secured community are also listed among the safety-related features.
Community information describes outings to parks, shops, and restaurants, and identifies additional Pensacola-area destinations. Cultural places named include the Pensacola Museum of Art and Saenger Theater; local sports and events include University of West Florida sporting events, Blue Wahoos games, and the Pensacola Beach Air Show featuring the Blue Angels. Historical destinations listed include Fort Barrancas, the Pensacola Lighthouse, and Barrancas National Cemetery. Olive Baptist Church is identified as a nearby house of worship.
- Starting at
- $2,669/mo
- Care options
- 3 available
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- Community reviews
- 198
Key amenities
Pool & outdoor spaces
Garden
Fitness & wellness
Fitness programs
Housekeeping
Housekeeping and linen services
Transportation
Community operated transportation
Social activities
Community-sponsored activities
Staff & support
24-hour call system
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- 24-hour call system
- Air-conditioning
- Assistance with dressing
- Beauty salon
- Cable
- Community operated transportation
- Community-sponsored activities
- Computer center
- Concierge services
- Dining room
- Fitness programs
- Fitness room
- Fully furnished
- Gaming room
- Garden
- Hospice waiver
- Housekeeping and linen services
- Kitchenettes
- Meal preparation and service
- Medication management
- Mental wellness program
- Move-in coordination
- Outdoor patio
- Outdoor space
- Pet friendly
- Planned day trips
- Private bathrooms
- Resident-run activities
- Scheduled daily activities
- Small library
- Telephone
- Transportation arrangement
- Wellness center
- Wifi
Care options available
Independent Living
Independent residences with community amenities and opportunities to stay active and connected.
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Skilled Nursing
Nursing and rehabilitation services for people who need a higher level of care.
Learn more“My mother has lived there for a year and a half and absolutely loves it! Staff is fantastic!”
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Pricing & residences
Monthly rates starting at
$2,669 / month
Rates and availability can change. Ask the community for a personalized quote and details about included services.
| Residence | Monthly rate |
|---|---|
| Studio | $2,669 |
| One bedroom | $3,069 |
| Two bedrooms | $4,439 |
Resident & family reviews
4.2 · 198 reviewsMy mother has lived there for a year and a half and absolutely loves it! Staff is fantastic!
Very friendly staff and helpful. Facilities are well maintained and show improvements.
We toured more than 2 dozen facilities in the Santa Rosa and Escambia counties to find just the right place for our family member. This place is absolutely wonderful with activities every single day! It is independent living and not assisted, so they do not have a nurse on site. However, many residents utilize home nurse services for minor routine monitoring and assistance. The owners show genuine concern in the safety of their residents, their comfort and happiness and reinvest in keeping the entire facility clean and fresh. They just completely remodeled the interior, replacing all common…
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We toured more than 2 dozen facilities in the Santa Rosa and Escambia counties to find just the right place for our family member. This place is absolutely wonderful with activities every single day! It is independent living and not assisted, so they do not have a nurse on site. However, many residents utilize home nurse services for minor routine monitoring and assistance. The owners show genuine concern in the safety of their residents, their comfort and happiness and reinvest in keeping the entire facility clean and fresh. They just completely remodeled the interior, replacing all common area carpets, paint, light fixtures and all furniture! What was replaced didn't look so bad, but they wanted to modernize the look. They even replaced large systems like HVAC and roof. The staff are friendly and helpful. Not many quick turnover with many staff members having worked their for over a decade or more. The environment is healthy for the residents. Many still have cars, but for those who no longer drive, they have a sign up shuttle who takes them to appointments, outings, and scheduled events. New security system supports resident safety with sign in and out of ALL non resident visitors and vendors. The system is top notch with facial recognition after initial sign in. No hindrance in keeping track of who are on site. The pricing is very competitive and we consider it more than fair. Our family member has been there since Aug of 2024. She feels at home there. Her one bedroom apartment is 960 so ft! All services are included in the price except for personal toiletries or care products. No more cooking, cleaning or repairs. Just active living doing what you can when you can and however way you want yo do it. We highly commend the staff and recommend the facility for any senior who wants to continue active living with safety and services included. Photos were taken during move in Fall of 2024, but should give you an idea. No common area photos are included, because everything looks more wonderful since the remodel and I didn't have any that did it justice.
More recent reviews
This is a lovely facility for independent living. Everyone working here is friendly and appears to enjoy working here.
Very expensive to live at. They are a pure rip off. This is an overpriced senior living facility that makes 3 meals a day. Food is okay but portions are small. Can't ask for seconds. For a one bedroom it's close to $3000.00 a month. How can a senior live like this? Shame on them.
Clean and spacious apartments, friendly staff, and competitive prices for the area and level of care. Residents are happy and active!
Currently they are upgrading the rooms, but there could be a little bit more safety measures for the senior residence. My mother-in-law had a leak and fell twice and it took a long time for that to be addressed.
I can't say enough good things about the team here... thank you for being so awesome to work with 🏆
What families highlight
- Compassionate, resident-focused staff
- Wide variety of daily activities and organized outings
- Restaurant-style dining with chef-led kitchen
- Apartment-style units with patios, balconies, or kitchenettes
- On-site amenities (salon/barbershop, library, chapel, fitness area)
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