Good Shepherd ALF Of Brandon

Good Shepherd ALF Of Brandon is an assisted living community in Brandon, FL.

Information last verified: May 24, 2026

1801 Lido Drive, Brandon, FL 33511

For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318

4.2 from 46 reviews

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Overall Review of Good Shepherd ALF Of Brandon

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Memory care experience stands out

Residents and families describe strong support for dementia and Alzheimer’s needs.

Several reviews specifically mention dementia or Alzheimer’s care, with families saying the staff understands how to work with memory-related behaviors. Some describe tailored help during a move or a transition, including making the adjustment feel smooth. A few negative reviews also reference unresolved issues during a stay, but the recurring theme around dementia knowledge and hands-on guidance is prominent.

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Staff communication and responsiveness

Families report frequent contact and help coordinating care needs.

A number of reviewers describe staying in close touch with the team by phone or message and feeling supported as questions come up. Others mention assistance around appointments and readiness for visits once staff is notified in advance. On the other hand, a smaller set of reviews raise concerns about callbacks and restrictions during family visits, which is a clear inconsistency in reported communication.

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Clean, well-kept facility matters

Many reviews emphasize cleanliness and an overall maintained environment.

Multiple residents’ families and visitors say the building is very clean, with others commenting that it smells fresh and feels comfortable rather than clinical. Several also describe the space as bright and welcoming, including how it looks when you enter. While most remarks are positive, a couple of low-star reviews criticize the experience and leadership during the stay, even though cleanliness is not the focus of those complaints.

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Activities and day-to-day engagement

Reviews commonly point to engaging daily activities.

Several reviews mention scheduled activities and a program designed to keep loved ones engaged. Families also describe the community as offering more than just basic supervision, with day-to-day opportunities that fit memory-related needs. One or two critical reviews suggest the overall experience fell short for them, but the activities theme is still a recurring part of positive feedback.

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Visit access and leadership concerns

Some families report breakdowns in leadership follow-through.

A few reviews describe situations where family access or visitation was restricted, and they felt the concerns were not addressed with follow-up. Others criticize leadership and decision-making during a loved one’s time at the community, including a sense of being given excuses instead of clear answers. These complaints stand in contrast to many positive notes about support and responsiveness, but they are strong enough to be a recurring caveat.

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Care planning includes daily assistance

Residents receive help with daily personal care tasks.

Some reviews describe hands-on care that includes assistance as residents move around and general support that helps families feel their loved one is safe. The community also provides meal preparation and assistance tied to special dietary restrictions, which aligns with the way residents are described as being cared for throughout the day. While most praise centers on kindness and attentiveness, a small number of low-star reviews indicate experiences that did not meet expectations for care quality and coordination.

How we summarize

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Features

Housing

6 resident community capacity

Types of Care

Assisted Living
Board and Care Home

Amenities

Cable or satellite TV
Dining room
Fully furnished
Garden
Housekeeping services
Move-in coordination
Outdoor space
Telephone
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

Tampa International (16 miles away)
St. Petersburg-Clearwater International (25 miles away)

Care Services

24-hour supervision
Activities of daily living assistance
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers
Coordination with health care providers
Diabetes diet
Meal preparation and service
Medication management
Special dietary restrictions
Transportation arrangement (medical)
Transportation to doctors appointments

Dining

Diabetes diet
Special dietary restrictions

Activities

Community-sponsored activities
Scheduled daily activities

Nearby Places of Interest

Physicians

Digestive Diseases Associates of Tampa Bay (0.8 miles)
Oshodi Temitope A MD - Obstetrics & Gynecology Associates (0.8 miles)
Spa Savi (0.9 miles)
Women's Care Florida (1.2 miles)
Brandon Family Eye Care - Dr. Kent Sieboldt (1.4 miles)
Kilgore, John Brandon Medical Center (1.5 miles)
Florida Community Cancer (1.6 miles)

Pharmacies

CVS Pharmacy (0.9 miles)
Walgreens (1.6 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (1.7 miles)
Walgreens (1.7 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (2.1 miles)
Walgreens (2.3 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (2.4 miles)

Hospitals

Total Imaging - Parsons (1.2 miles)
Brandon Ambulatory Surgery Center (1.3 miles)

Restaurants

Campbell's Dairyland (1.4 miles)
Culver's (1.6 miles)
McDonald's (1.7 miles)
Moreno Bakery (1.7 miles)
McDonald's (1.7 miles)
Chick-Fil-A (2 miles)
Denny's (2 miles)

Places of Worship

Nativity Catholic Church (1.6 miles)
Nativity Catholic School (1.6 miles)
Limona Village Chapel United Methodist Women (2.5 miles)
The River at Tampa Bay Church (5 miles)
Fishhawk Fellowship Church (5.4 miles)

Cafes

Starbucks (2.6 miles)
Starbucks (2.8 miles)
Starbucks (3.1 miles)
Starbucks (3.4 miles)
Foxtail Coffee Bb Riverview (3.9 miles)
Starbucks (4.1 miles)
Starbucks (9 miles)

Parks

Sterling Ranch Park (3 miles)
Mango Dog Park (5.2 miles)
Grant Park (8.2 miles)
McKay Bay Nature Park (8.9 miles)

Theaters

AMC The Regency 2 (3.2 miles)
Xscape Theatres Riverview 14 (4.2 miles)

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