

“We’ve created an exceptional environment of empowerment for both assisted living and memory care inside and out,” Ward said. There will also be scheduled transportation services, assistance with daily living activities, weekly housekeeping, a secured Valeo neighborhood for memory care residents, 24-hour health monitoring and a variety of wellness programs and classes. The entire property inside and out has Wi-Fi and mobile medical technology, designed for the next generation of seniors and their families. Some of the many other amenities and services Tessera of Brandon will offer include an art studio, bistro/bar, beauty and barber salon, fitness center, library and all-day service in casual to fine dining restaurant venues. is the architectural firm and provides architectural, engineering, and interior design services to a wide range of markets in 17 states. Petersburg-based Bessolo Design Group, Inc. is the equity investor, with more than 35 years in the development of commercial and residential real estate. Petersburg-based Pridgen Development, LLC, which brings decades of experience in the development of commercial, office, industrial, retail, multi‐family and senior living communities. “Our Salus and Valeo programs are designed for successful aging by touching every aspect of residents’ lives and keeping them feeling engaged, honored and fulfilled.” “Tessera is the Latin word for an individual tile and when joined with others create a beautiful mosaic of a community rich in color, warmth and energy,” said Kristin Kutac Ward, president and CEO of Solvere Senior Living. The community will also provide Solvere’s proprietary wellness philosophies Salus™ and Valeo™. Eighty-nine one and two-bedroom assisted living apartments and 49 memory care suites come are offered in a variety of floorplans. Managed by Solvere Senior Living, some of the many modern features will be abundant natural light through gracious community spaces with floor-to-ceiling windows, vaulted ceiling lobby, beautifully landscaped courtyards and walking paths, gazebo, fire pit and a dog park. Designed for residents’ maximum independence, social engagement and well-being, the $28 million 107,000 square-foot multi-story community is expected to generate about 80 new jobs. To better serve the citizens of the Tampa metro area, the newly constructed state-of-the-art Tessera of Brandon assisted living and memory care community is licensed and open, with residents now moving in.
