Taylor Foundation
6601 Chester Ave., Jacksonville, FL. 32217Map
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Phone: (904) 636-0313
Fax: (904) 367-0021
Toll-Free: (800) 553-3636
Our History
When Samuel Clarence Taylor died in 1963, it marked the beginning of a
mission dedicated to the shelter and well-being of aged citizens. Before
his loving wife - Mrs. Fannie E. Taylor - died, she convinced her husband
to leave virtually his entire estate to the Samuel C. Taylor Foundation.
This foundation would provide housing and support services for succeeding
generation of seniors.
Since 1963, the Samuel C. Taylor Foundation has quietly built a solid reputation for developing and operating affordable housing for seniors of modest means.
Over the years, our housing and support services have continuously evolved to meet the changing lifestyles of residents and their families. Yet our commitment to First Coast seniors has remained remarkably simple -- to set the standards of excellence in housing options that help our elders live with dignity while adapting to life's changes.
Today at Taylor Residences
For more than 40 years, the Taylor Foundation has provided quality housing and services for seniors. Today, these facilities provide housing and care for approximately 700 residents, with a staff of 380 dedicated people. During the next 30 years, our aging population will require more care than ever before --- and Taylor Residences will continue its service mission as one of the First Coast's leading senior communities.
Today Taylor Residences is one of northeast Florida's largest communities available to seniors of moderate-to-low income, on an affordable monthly basis. We support "aging in place" for older adults through our continuum of care that includes apartments, assisted living facilities, and skilled nursing centers at our Chester Avenue campus and our Spring Park Road campus.
Taylor Foundation is a private non-profit organization that develops retirement services for older adults. It was formed with an initial contribution of assets from Samuel C. Taylor's estate, valued at $1.5 million in 1963. The board of trustees is comprised of local Church of Christ members who voluntarily serve in order to ensure quality housing and services for all residents regardless of their religion, race, sex, or national origin.
