Summit Retirement Center

Summit Retirement Center provides independent living for active seniors at its Memorial Drive address in Alexandria, Louisiana — a well-connected location at the heart of one of Rapides Parish's most established residential communities. Designed for older adults who are self-sufficient and eager to enjoy retirement without the burdens of home maintenance, Summit Retirement Center offers a supportive community environment where neighbors become friends and every day brings new opportunities for engagement. Memorial Drive places residents in a convenient part of Alexandria with easy access to the retail options along MacArthur Drive, including grocery stores, pharmacies, and a wide variety of dining choices. For healthcare peace of mind, Rapides Regional Medical Center and Christus St. Frances Cabrini Hospital are both accessible from the community, providing residents and their families with confidence in nearby medical resources. Alexandria's central Louisiana location gives residents the best of small-city Southern living. The Red River waterfront, Bringhurst Park, and the Alexandria Zoo offer pleasant destinations for outings with grandchildren. Downtown Alexandria hosts cultural events at the Coughlin-Saunders Performing Arts Center and the Alexandria Museum of Art, ensuring that retirees with an appetite for arts and culture have plenty to explore. At Summit Retirement Center, independent living means freedom paired with community. Residents manage their own schedules while enjoying the social benefits of communal dining, organized activities, and the comfort of knowing supportive staff are available. Whether spending afternoons at the Alexandria Senior Center, visiting local eateries, or simply relaxing in a maintenance-free setting, residents at Summit Retirement Center enjoy retirement on their own terms in a city that values its seniors.