Residents describe skilled nursing rehab that includes active therapy and daily help.
Several residents and families describe skilled nursing rehab after a hospital stay, emphasizing daily routine and therapy support. One reviewer specifically mentions needing to relearn after pneumonia and credits the rehab for recovery progress. Another describes being taken out of bed, dressed, transported to meals, and receiving physical and occupational therapy multiple times per week. A different reviewer also describes skilled nursing care during recovery and notes strong results, while one critical review says the skilled nursing experience fell short for end-of-life needs.
common7 reviews mention this
Dining quality stands out
Dining is repeatedly described as a highlight of life here.
Multiple reviews praise food quality and variety, including families who mention meals being delivered consistently and residents describing the kitchen as providing delicious food. Several reviewers also connect dining with a more positive day-to-day experience, including references to an extensive dining menu and top-notch dining service. There is also a negative review that questions food quality and notes rising food prices, so experiences are not uniform.
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Activities and education keep going
Residents describe busy schedules of activities and learning.
Reviews describe a wide range of activities, from daily exercise and therapy sessions during rehab to longer-term engagement for residents. Multiple mentions include trails and outings, visiting exhibits and events, and classes connected to learning programs. Others highlight arts and interests like art, music, and gardening, along with group activities and lectures. Even with pandemic-related limits, residents describe a continued effort to keep a lively pace through classes and programs.
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Staff support varies by experience
Many residents describe staff who are attentive and helpful in daily care.
A large share of reviews speak positively about staff, including comments about being caring, efficient, and responsive to resident needs. Families describing rehab care mention frequent help getting residents up, dressed, and to meals, along with support from nurses and care aides. Other reviews still praise the friendliness and helpfulness of staff and the overall culture. At the same time, several critical reviews raise serious concerns about neglect, communication, and unprofessional conduct during skilled nursing care.
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Costs are a major concern
Pricing is repeatedly described as high relative to the care provided.
Several reviews criticize the cost of joining or monthly fees, with multiple reviewers calling the community expensive. A few comments also tie the high cost to dissatisfaction with care outcomes or staffing responsiveness, including claims that residents did not receive the proper level of support. One review also mentions an insurance cap and describes having to scramble to find a different placement once coverage was limited. Another critical review frames the issue around paying over $10,000 per month for skilled nursing but expecting better end-of-life care.
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Grounds and cleanliness get mixed
Residents notice both well-kept outdoor spaces and signs of age.
Some reviews highlight the outdoor setting, including walking trails, landscaped grounds, and an overall pleasant view. A few reviewers also mention cleanliness, describing the facility as very clean or spotless. Other feedback is less favorable, citing poorly maintained grounds and a kitchen that shows its age. Overall, impressions of the physical environment vary between residents and visits.
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Nearby essentials are close by
Everyday stops and services are within a short drive.
Reviews align with the idea of convenient access to local services, and the nearby area includes multiple restaurants, cafes, pharmacies, and medical options. For instance, several dining and retail stops are listed within roughly 0.6 to 1.7 miles. Medical access is also represented nearby, including hospitals and physician options within a few miles.
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Features
Types of Care
Assisted Living
Independent Living
Skilled Nursing Facility
Amenities
Activities on-site
Devotional services off-site
Indoor common areas
Transportation
Gainesville Regional (8 miles away)
Care Services
Ambulatory care
Diabetic care
Dining
Meals provided
Activities
Activities on-site
Devotional activities offsite
Nearby Places of Interest
Restaurants
McDonald's (0.6 miles)
43rd Street Deli & Breakfast House (0.8 miles)
Swamp Head Brewery (1.2 miles)
Blaze Pizza (1.5 miles)
Wendy's (1.5 miles)
Five Guys Burgers & Fries (1.5 miles)
Chipotle Mexican Grill (1.6 miles)
Cafes
Peach Valley Cafe (1.5 miles)
Panera Bread (1.6 miles)
Starbucks (1.6 miles)
Starbucks (1.9 miles)
Metro Diner (2.1 miles)
Opus Cafe (2.6 miles)
Concord Coffee (3.5 miles)
Pharmacies
Walgreens (1.6 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (1.7 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (1.8 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (2.5 miles)
Winn-Dixie (3 miles)
Epic Pharmacies (3.5 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (3.7 miles)
Hospitals
Shands Florida Surgical Center (1.7 miles)
Select Specialty Hospital (1.9 miles)
Shands Hospital (2.4 miles)
Malcom Randall Va Medical Center (2.4 miles)
OR Radiology Shands South Tower (2.6 miles)
Shands Hospital (2.6 miles)
Shands PICU (2.7 miles)
Physicians
MyEyeDr (1.8 miles)
Eyeglass Express (1.8 miles)
UF Health Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine Institute (2.4 miles)
Oak Hammock At the UofFL is located at 2680 SW 53rd Lane, Gainesville, FL 32608 in Alachua County, Florida
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Ambulatory care
Diabetic care
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