Ponte Vedra Gardens Caregiver Break

Memory care courtyard with fountain, benches, vibrant flowers, and tranquil garden setting.

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WHAT IS RESPITE CARE?

A Short Stay That Makes a Big Difference

Respite care is a short-term stay designed to give family caregivers a planned break while their loved one receives professional care in a safe, nurturing environment.

Whether you need a few days to travel, recover from an illness, handle life logistics, or simply rest — a respite stay at Gardens Memory Care means you never have to choose between your needs and theirs.

Available when a private room is open in our community
Your loved one enjoys full access to our programming, meals, and care team

WHO THIS IS FOR?

This Is For You If…

You’re the primary caregiver and haven’t had a real break in months.

You have a trip, procedure, or life event coming up and need coverage.

You’re feeling burned out and need time to recover before you can keep going.

WHAT TO EXPECT

What a Respite Stay Looks Like

Day 1: Warm welcome, personalized orientation for your loved one
Daily life: Structured programming, meals, and social engagement designed for memory care residents
Care team: 24/7 support from staff trained in dementia care
Communication: Regular updates so you can truly relax
Checkout: A smooth transition home when you’re ready

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WE’VE GOT YOU COVERED

Leaving Them in Good Hands Isn’t Easy. We Know That.

Many families feel guilt about taking time away. We want you to know — choosing respite care is one of the most loving things you can do. A rested caregiver is a better caregiver. Our team treats every resident, whether here for a week or a year, with the same dignity and warmth.

Call Us Today to get started or select “Caregiver Break” in the form below.

The facility is very clean and well organized with helpful staff and happy residents ❤️

Alysse Welch

2 June 2026

I love coming to the facility very nice patients and co workers very nice environment and I will love to come back.

Rashaunda

2 June 2026

Amazing place to bring your loved ones! Being greeted by Debbie the receptionist is so refreshing !

C Rob

1 June 2026

This is an amazing place to have you loved ones to spend their final days in peace and also filled with many activities

First Impressions Overflow Health Alliance Inc.

1 June 2026

Awesome team at PVG. Parents getting great care & staying busy.

D Herberger

1 June 2026

Helen Howe

23 January 2026

Only been here through agency. But I must commend this facility staffing. It's like they carefully handpicked their workers. They are such team players and so nice to each other and the residents. I've never been at a facility before that made me feel like I was apart of their team like this one. Even the lady at the front desk is super nice and helpful and welcoming. This is the kind of work environment that everyone should be able to work in. Keep doing what you're doing to make this place great for seniors.

Shanique Natty

19 July 2024

What a blessing PVG has been for my mother the past 2.5 years! She is well cared for and the amazing activity director, Dee, keeps her and the other residents engaged and active with high quality, creative activities and events. My mom loves to be able to go on the wonderful outings to the beach, cat cafe, ice cream shop and more. I know it takes care and planning as well as partnerships with local businesses to make this possible. I am beyond grateful that my mom is treated with the kindness and dignity she deserves.

Kathy Burns

24 April 2024

My husband has been in the care of The Gardens Memory Care center for almost a year. He has received excellent care during his entire stay. The staff and all the management team are wonderful, caring, and professional. They have cared for him like no other place could have. I highly, highly recommend The Gardens for your loved one.

sarah mcalhany

29 December 2023

Ponte vedra gardens is wonderful! My mother moved in February and her care has been so much better than she received in Ga. All the caregivers care and are well trained. If a problem or concern arise Becky and Courtney take care of it right away. I’m so thankful for every single person that works here!!

Jenifer Policastro

26 April 2023

Excellent staff and Dementia care.

Seth Movsovitz

11 April 2023

I met with Julie Davidson about 2 years ago. At that time my mom was just diagnosed with Alzheimers disease. I went to 3 other facilities in the Ponte Vedra area but decided that Ponte Vedra Gardens was without a doubt the best place for my mom. My mom was in N.Y. at the time and was having home health care and was not quite ready for PV Gardens. Julie was an angel to work with and was very diligent at getting me all the information I needed to make a decision and was patient and flexible with everything! After going to the facility quite a few times and even talking to people who had their loved ones there, I put down my deposit. But it ended up my mom passed away a month before she was scheduled to begin her new journey to live at Ponte Vedra Gardens. Wanted the community to know how great it was to work with Julie and would absolutely recommend Ponte Vedra Gardens!!

Marsha Wright

3 February 2023

My dad is very happy here. I moved him from another facility in Jacksonville to be closer to me. He says the staff is very kind, caring and seem to really know what they are doing. He enjoys his woodland view and bird feeders. I appreciate the responsive staff and seeing him with an improved quality of life.

Sarah Minor Augustus

18 July 2022

My mother has lived at PVG since 2017 and her sister, my aunt moved to PVG in April 2022 from another mind care facility in NC. They are both in their 90's and the quality of care at PVG is totally the best and far surpasses any other elder care home I know of. I moved my aunt there for that reason. They go above and beyond for their residents and residents families. It is such a relief to have an open line of communication with everyone there from the director to the staff, all willing help in whatever way they can. I live in North Carolina and they have made my life so much easier and so much less stressful. I Take care of my wife who has a chronic decease and am thankful for PVG every day.......Rick Glover

Richard Glover

2 June 2022

We recently moved (three months ago) my mom to PVG from another memory care facility in Jacksonville. PVG was highly recommended by health care professionals who's work required them to visit multiple such facilities on a weekly basis. The facility is clean and modern and the staff is very welcoming. My mom loves the look of both the overall building and her well designed room. As a facility that only houses memory care residents, the staff is very familiar with the needs of people afflicted with this disease.

Carol B

29 April 2022

Beautiful facility and caring, friendly and respectful staff.

Kari Ann Davidson

28 April 2022

I moved my mom to PVG this past August because she was not getting the care she needed at Grand Living Memory Care in Jacksonville. This is also closer for me to visit. There are so many wonderful things about this place, I can’t even begin to address them all. The staff is amazing, they really actually care for all residents! My mom was very difficult when she arrived, and their motto is “kindness always” and it sure won my mom over eventually. My mom actually says the staff takes good care of her, which is amazing. COVID has been difficult because they have to keep the residents safe above all else. However, they are very communicative about the current procedure and process. Prior to the recent limitations, we visited my mom and would sit out in the beautiful courtyard. You always saw many staff members attending to residents with the utmost love and care. They strive to keep residents active and have an app that the family can follow with what their loved one did that day. If your loved one has Ally, this is where they should be. It’s a family and they care for residents as if they are their own family members. They treat care givers and family with kindness and help if there are any concerns. PVG is a blessing to us. Update on April 28, 2022: my mom fell and fractured her back. The staff and director were amazing making sure she was cared for prior to calling an ambulance. My mom was stubborn and did not want to go with paramedics. However, the staff was adamant and sent her in thankfully. Upon her return, the staff continues to give her great care.

Kimberly Donnelly

28 April 2022

Meghan Barker

27 April 2022

Excellent facility! Great floor plans! 10/10 check it out!

ALB

27 April 2022

We found a beautiful place for my mother whose dementia accelerated a few years ago. The staff is amazingly kind and attentive. The resident rooms are quite large with private full bathroom. The common areas are exquisite. The courtyard is lovely. I couldn’t recommend Ponte Vedra Gardens more highly. We are blessed Mom can live out the remainder of her years here.

Adele Vespa

31 December 2021

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