Hawthorn House is a resplendent assisted living community in Shalimar, Florida. It is within astounding Okaloosa County which is part of the Sunshine State.
The Air Force Enlisted Village's Hawthorn House, nestled in the heart of the beautiful Emerald Coast of Northwest Florida is an Assisted Living community with memory care providing a home to military widows, retirees and active duty dependents. We are committed to providing the highest quality of life to our residents. Hawthorn House residents' needs are safely and professionally met by our loving and supportive staff in the comfort of home.
Assisted living gives you the freedom to live your life without the worries of daily living such as maintaining a house, cooking meals, or managing medication. Hawthorn House residents feel empowered with life because they connect with others who share a military background, participate in daily social activities, and use our transportation services for shopping, entertainment, and appointments.
We are committed to providing the highest quality of life to our residents. Hawthorn House residents’ needs are safely and professionally met by our loving and supportive staff in a beautiful facility with the comfort of home. Our staff is always available for assistance, but we encourage independence first.
Healthy Living with Assistance When Needed
- Three healthy, delicious meals featuring seasonal vegetables and fruits served restaurant style daily.
- Caring staff on site 24/7.
- Limited laundry service.
- Limited nursing services when needed.
- Medication management and prescription pick-up service.
- Whirlpool spa.
- Mobile lab services.
- Large multi-purpose room for activities with large screen television for Wii bowling.
- Activities program with fitness classes, planned trips and outings, bingo, games, crafts, social events, and wellness seminars.
- Visits from therapy animals.
- Activities Committee and Food Committee.
Community Conveniences
- Lounge with healthy snacks and coffee bar for socializing with friends, family, and neighbors.
- Four dining rooms with staggered times for meals so residents may choose when, where, and with whom they dine.
- Chapel services with weekly Bible study.
- On site outpatient physical therapy, occupational therapy and speech therapy.
- Library with a variety of large print books available for check out.
- Hair and nail salon because when you look good, you feel good.
- Individual mailboxes.
- A General Store where snacks and sundries are available for purchase Monday through Friday.
- Therapy kitchen for use in the activities program or for cooking a favorite recipe when family visits.
- Outdoor park nearby with gazebo and play area for when the grandchildren or great grandchildren visit.
- Conveniently located near Eglin Air Force Base, Hurlburt Field, a VA clinic, shopping and medical offices.
- Scheduled transportation for designated trips and appointments.
- Guest apartment on campus.
- Each wing has a lounge, laundry room, and dining room.
- Beautiful common living areas, atrium, outdoor patios and paved walking path.
- Large multi-purpose room for activities with large screen television.
- Resident parking spaces.
- Maintenance staff.
- ATM.
- Notary services.
Security and Safety
- All residents receive a mobile medical alert pendant.
- Gated community with two entrances.
- Security guards on duty evenings and weekends.
- Apartment and common area bathrooms have emergency pull cords.
- Fire alarm and sprinkler system in all apartments.
- Located near Eglin AFB (with a Fisher House located near the base hospital), VA Clinic, and local medical facilities and doctor offices.
