Residents’ families consistently describe staff compassion and dedication.
Across the reviews, families repeatedly say caregivers are attentive, professional, and genuinely caring. Several mention support during serious illness and end-of-life time, with staff helping residents feel safe and comfortable. Owners and caregivers are also described as responsive when concerns come up, including quick communication with families. Multiple reviewers add that residents receive encouragement to stay independent where possible.
common7 reviews mention this
Clean, well-kept environment
Families often highlight the facility’s cleanliness and upkeep.
A number of reviewers describe the community as clean and well-maintained, including being spotlessly clean. Others comment that the environment feels welcoming and thoughtfully maintained for residents. A few also connect the cleanliness to comfort for loved ones. Overall, cleanliness shows up as a consistent part of how families evaluate day-to-day experience.
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Memory care support for dementia
Reviews emphasize patience and creative approaches with dementia.
Several reviews describe experiences with dementia and memory-related care needs, including agitation tied to confusion. Families say staff met those moments with compassion and patience rather than expecting a discharge to a different memory setting. One review also describes staff using documentation and revisiting familiar videos to help calm the resident. Others mention memory care specifically and frame the support as a reason they would recommend the community.
differentiator4 reviews mention this
Small size for personalized attention
The small-resident setting is a recurring reason families recommend it.
Multiple families point to the community’s smaller size and limited number of residents as a key advantage. They describe more individualized attention, quick responses to needs, and a closer-feeling relationship between residents and caregivers. Several also mention private rooms with attached bathrooms and describe the home setup as supporting comfort and care. Reviews tie this structure to feeling confident their loved ones would be looked after promptly.
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Features
Housing
6 resident community capacity
Types of Care
Assisted Living
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
Daytona Beach International (23 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
This part of Debary, Florida, is a conveniently located and diverse community with easy access to healthcare facilities such as Florida Hospital and Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute, as well as a variety of physicians and pharmacies. The area offers a range of dining options including Perkins Restaurant and Bakery, Chick-Fil-A, and Tijuana Flats for a variety of culinary experiences. Residents can also enjoy recreational activities at nearby parks such as Gateway Park, Blue Spring State Park, and Hontoon Island State Park. Additionally, transportation options are abundant with the Debary Sunrail Station and Sanford Sunrail Station providing convenient access to surrounding areas. Overall, this neighborhood provides a mix of amenities and services that would be beneficial for seniors looking for a vibrant community to call home.
Physicians
Anthony Joseph (0.4 miles)
Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute (0.5 miles)
Florida Hospital (0.5 miles)
Town Center Family Practice (0.5 miles)
Advanced Family Care (0.5 miles)
Sakowitz Eye Center (0.5 miles)
Gupta Vishal Vishal Gupta Md Orange City (0.5 miles)
Summerhaven Assisted Living on seniors.fyi includes 7 photos including images showing decor, bedroom, landscaping, outdoors, patio, outdoor seating, swimming pool, brick wall, and more.
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Transitioning from assisted living to memory care is driven by an individual's cognitive decline and specific needs, requiring careful evaluation of indicators like increased confusion and wandering. The process involves consulting medical professionals, researching suitable communities, considering financial and legal aspects, and ensuring effective communication for personalized care plans.
Assisted living provides moderate support for seniors seeking independence, while memory care offers specialized support for individuals with dementia or cognitive impairments through structured routines and trained staff. Key differences include care approaches, environment security measures, staff training levels, activity types, and cost considerations.
Assisted living communities offer diverse activities beyond traditional games to enhance seniors' physical health, cognitive well-being, emotional enrichment, and social connections, including fitness classes, creative expression, and intergenerational interactions. These enriching programs foster community bonds and support residents' independence and happiness.
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Landscaping
Patio
Porch
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Decor
Bedroom
Living Room, Windows, and Fireplace
Landscaping, Palm Trees, and Clouds
Patio, Outdoor Seating, Swimming Pool, Brick Wall, and Covered Area
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Porch and Wheelchair
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6 resident community capacity
Assisted Living
Cable or satellite TV
Dining room
Fully furnished
Garden
Housekeeping services
Move-in coordination
Outdoor space
Telephone
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
Daytona Beach International (23 miles away)
24-hour supervision
Activities of daily living assistance
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers
Diabetes diet
Meal preparation and service
Medication management
Special dietary restrictions
Transportation arrangement (medical)
Transportation to doctors appointments
Smaller, home-like setting with dedicated, one-on-one care, friendly staff, and engaging amenities (pool, on-site dining).
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