Overall Review of Epworth Village Retirement Community
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Dining and food quality
Food quality is a frequent highlight, with residents describing dining as notably good.
Several residents praise the quality of meals and the overall dining experience, including comments about food being “5 star†and the dining room smelling good and staying well organized. A few reviews also reference day-to-day food being decent. At the same time, one review says the food has gotten worse under new ownership.
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Nursing support and supervision
Residents describe consistent nursing and personal support as part of everyday care.
Multiple reviews describe nurses and care staff as attentive and involved, including help with medication delivery and keeping residents comfortable. Some residents also mention ongoing or “unique†nursing care needs being supported. One negative review raises concerns about how a loved one was handled medically, which contrasts with the many positive accounts of care.
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Activities keep residents involved
Activities are repeatedly mentioned as a key way residents stay engaged.
Residents describe a steady calendar of activities, including bingo, Latin cafe events, art classes, and religious services. Another reviewer says their family member participates because activities offer chances to interact with other residents. One caveat is that a review notes the community offers activities daily but may not always help residents join in consistently.
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Transportation to appointments
Transportation is mentioned as helpful for getting to appointments and errands.
A resident highlights using community transportation for doctor appointments and weekly shopping. Another review also describes transportation support for getting to medical appointments, suggesting it’s a practical benefit for daily life.
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Keeping apartments clean
Residents frequently note the community and apartments are kept clean.
Several reviews point to cleanliness in both shared spaces and residents’ apartments, including comments about regular cleaning and well-kept living areas. One resident describes recent upgrades to their apartment, like repainting and replacing carpet, as part of maintaining the space. A few reviews also use cleanliness as a reason they feel comfortable staying there.
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Costs and value concerns
Some families express concerns about rising costs and value.
One strongly negative review claims rent increases after ownership changes, specifically calling out higher rent expectations and saying the changes are harmful for elderly families. Other reviewers describe the price as worth it or mention affordability, creating a mixed picture of value. Overall, cost feedback varies widely between residents and families.
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Features
Housing
200 resident community capacity
1-bedroom apartments
2-bedroom apartments
Types of Care
Assisted Living
Respite Care
Skilled Nursing Facility
Amenities
Air-conditioning
Beautician on-site
Beauty salon
Cable or satellite TV
Computer center
Dining room
Fitness room
Fully furnished
Gaming room
Garden
Housekeeping services
Kitchenette
Move-in coordination
Outdoor space
Private bathrooms
Respite or short term stays offered
Restaurant-style dining
Small library
Telephone
Wellness center
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
Transportation
Miami International (6 miles away)
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International (17 miles away)
Community operated transportation
Transportation arrangement
Transportation arrangement (non-medical)
Transportation to doctors appointments
Care Services
12-16 hour nursing
24-hour call system
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
Mental wellness program
Special dietary restrictions
Dining
Diabetes diet
Special dietary restrictions
Activities
Community-sponsored activities
Concierge services
Fitness programs
Planned day trips
Religious services
Resident-run activities
Scheduled daily activities
Nearby Places of Interest
Pharmacies
Walgreens (1.8 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (2.4 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (2.8 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (3.1 miles)
Winn-Dixie (3.2 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (4 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (4 miles)
Transportation
Okeechobee Metrorail Station (2.3 miles)
Tri-Rail Metrorail Transfer (3.9 miles)
American Airlines Admirals Club (5.5 miles)
American Airlines Flagship Lounge (5.5 miles)
Skytrain Station 3 (5.5 miles)
Concourse D (5.6 miles)
Security Checkpoint 3 (5.6 miles)
Cafes
Starbucks (3.1 miles)
Panera Bread (4.6 miles)
Starbucks (7.7 miles)
Panera Bread (8.1 miles)
Restaurants
Corona Beach House (3.3 miles)
Booby Trap Doral (3.3 miles)
Chili's Grill & Bar (4.4 miles)
Jackson Soul Food II (5.1 miles)
Chick-Fil-A (5.3 miles)
La Carreta (5.4 miles)
The Clover Irish Pub (5.5 miles)
Parks
Babcock Park (4 miles)
Royal Oaks Park (4.1 miles)
Morgan Levy Park (4.4 miles)
Palm Springs North Park (4.4 miles)
Scott Park (7.1 miles)
North Trail Park (8.4 miles)
River Run Park (8.5 miles)
Physicians
Pediatric Associates Doral (4.6 miles)
University Of Miami Doctors Office (8.4 miles)
Places of Worship
Mother Of Our Redeemer Catholic Church (5.2 miles)
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