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Welcome Home to Canterbury Tower Retirement Community in Tampa, Florida

Luxury Tampa Senior Independent Living at Its Very Best

Overlooking Hillsborough Bay, the downtown Tampa, Florida, skyline, majestic Bayshore Boulevard and located at one of South Tampa’s most distinguished addresses, Canterbury Tower is the area’s premier continuing lifecare retirement community (CCRC) for senior living. We combine world-class, on-site healthcare facilities and wellness services with the finest amenity-rich senior living. Whether you are a long-time resident of the Tampa Bay area and wish to remain here in Florida through retirement or you’re from out of the area and relish the idea of moving to our beautiful senior living community, you owe it to yourself to come visit us in Tampa, Florida.

Walking into Canterbury is like coming home – a warm, welcoming place where you are independent and free from the responsibilities of home ownership, where you can bond with new friends over shared activities and interests. Canterbury Tower is where lifecare senior housing is as it should be – simple, planned and comfortable for independent living in retirement. And when you need extra care such as assisted living, we offer options as well as an award-winning skilled Health Center.

Since 1976, we have provided a tradition of security, comfort, and acclaimed services to our residents. Living at Canterbury Tower provides a gracious, active retirement lifestyle with numerous activities, guest speakers, excursions around the Tampa area and cultural events to experience. We offer residents tax advantages and the financial security of life-care community benefits focused on world-class comfort, convenience and care.

Our well-lit and elegant common spaces appeal to the most discerning of residents and guests. Our sunny and well-stocked library draws you in to escape within the pages of a new book or a well-loved favorite.  Come join in our OLLI classes and discussions in our Bayview social and community room and meet up with friends old and new in our living room or in our shaded poolside garden. And when it is time for a meal? Join friends and family in both casual and more formal venues all with dedicated wait staff to make dining with us a pleasure.  From walks along Bayshore, to stimulating lectures to movies from today and yesteryear to rollicking games of bingo, creative arts classes, entertaining social hours and more, come see for yourself why there is only ONE Canterbury Tower for active luxury senior living in Tampa, Florida.

We would love to have the pleasure of sharing our cheerful, friendly, beautiful and vibrant senior community with you!

Call 813-837-1083 to schedule your visit at Canterbury Tower in Tampa Florida.

More about Senior Independent Living

Live Carefree on the Waters of Beautiful Tampa Bay in Tampa, Florida.

Senior Living in Tampa

We know you’ve planned wisely for your retirement years. At Canterbury Tower, a not-for-profit Continuing Care Retirement Community, we offer an active lifestyle for ages 62 and older without the responsibilities of home ownership. Providing Independent Living, Assisted Living and an on-site Health Center, Canterbury Tower is where YOU want to be for stress-free.

From walks along the Bay to entertaining social hours to stimulating lectures and more, Canterbury Tower is ideally situated on renowned Bayshore Boulevard. Only minutes away from Tampa’s downtown business and cultural arts district, the beautiful setting and bright Florida sunshine are reflected inside by our warm atmosphere and elegant surroundings.

Spacious studios, one- or two-bedroom apartments overlooking the city and the Bay can reflect your personal comfort and style. A tenured management staff and long-time employees help provide residents with independence and choices to continue that well-balanced life. And an on-site Health Center provides stability and complete peace of mind for you … and your family.

We know that safety and security are important to consider when choosing a place for retirement. We provide 24-hour in-house monitored, emergency alert sensors as well as a comprehensive, state-of-the-art fire detection system. A gated parking lot with controlled entrance and exit is just one of the many amenities to help you feel more safe and secure.

Life at Canterbury Tower includes joining friends for group outings to theatres, shopping or meals in some of the area’s most noted restaurants – without having to worry about parking. Complimentary scheduled transportation can take you to doctor’s appointments, grocery stores and more. Access to strolls along Bayshore Boulevard or through the adjacent neighborhoods’ shady tree-lined streets is
merely steps away. You can enjoy a workout in our well-equipped fitness center or head outside for water aerobics or a relaxing swim in the heated, resort-style pool. Our well-lit and well-stocked library beckons you to enter and leaf through new reads or revisit long-time favorites. Our OLLI classes invite debate and stimulate conversations, and our weekly games of bingo inspire friendly competition. The possibilities are limited only by what you decide to do with your day.

Dining options are many at Canterbury Tower. You can enjoy country-club style dining overlooking Hillsborough Bay in the Canterbury Club dining room or in the more casual bayside Parker Wood Grill. Our dedicated wait staff make your chef-curated meals a pleasure no matter where you choose. Our Mona Lisa Café offers coffee-shop style ambiance to weekday breakfast and lunch. Invite your
friends and family – visitors are always welcome. Spectacular views of the Bay, a tropically landscaped pool area and inviting courtyard put the finishing touches on your dining experience at Canterbury Tower.

Should a transition to skilled nursing become necessary, you can be treated to first-class care at our Health Center. Available private and semi-private accommodations allow for some personalization to make your room more comfortable and familiar. In addition to being a Medicare provider for short-term rehabilitative care, we also offer respite and long-term care. Our dedicated staff stay focused on your comfort and well-being regardless of the care option needed. We also offer Assisted Living to ensure your stress-free lifestyle remains serene and secure.

You owe it to yourself to see why there is only ONE Canterbury Tower . . . .

Aging . . . Some Things to Consider

When making retirement decisions, a stress-free lifestyle is many times at the top of the list. Here’s some ways to help reduce stress and ensure you enjoy your retirement days.

SET realistic expectations for yourself. Don’t try to do too much at once and don’t put too much pressure on yourself. Instead, focus on one task at a time and, if needed, factor in rest periods so you don’t become overwhelmed or fatigued.

GIVE yourself time to figure out your new routine – and make new friends. It may be different now, but soon you’ll feel as comfortable – or more so – in your new surroundings as you did in the old.

FIND supportive outlets and activities that bring you joy. Investing your time in something you enjoy can be incredibly therapeutic, whether it’s painting classes, reading or going for morning walks with friends. Having planned activities can foster a calming atmosphere as well as connect you with people
who share similar interests!

PRACTICE positive self-talk. Remind yourself of all the wonderful things about life – from the small moments of joy to the big successes. This can help reduce feelings of anxiety or depression.

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