The Cabana at Jensen Dunes

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The Cabana at Jensen Dunes

1537 N.E. Cedar Street, Jensen Beach, FL 34957

For more information about senior living options: (844) 490-3973

4.3 from 59 reviews
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Assisted Living Memory Care Skilled Nursing Facility

Pricing

The Cabana at Jensen Dunes offers a variety of accommodation options, with monthly rental costs that are notably higher than both St. Lucie County and the broader state of Florida. For a studio apartment, residents can expect to pay $4,565, which significantly exceeds the county's average of $3,880 and the state average of $3,823. The pricing continues in this trend for larger units; a one-bedroom apartment is priced at $5,250 compared to St. Lucie County's more economical rate of $3,747 and Florida's average of $3,864. Those seeking two-bedroom accommodations will find costs at The Cabana reaching $6,490 - higher than both the county cost of $4,992 and the state figure of $4,711. This premium reflects not only the luxurious amenities offered by The Cabana but also its desirable location and community atmosphere.

Room TypeThe Cabana at Jensen DunesSt. Lucie CountyFlorida
Studio$4,565$3,880$3,823
1 Bedroom$5,250$3,747$3,864
2 Bedrooms$6,490$4,992$4,711

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    Overall Review

    Pros

    • pro The facility at The Cabana at Jensen Dunes is beautiful and well-kept, providing a cozy atmosphere for residents.
    • pro The staff is described as very caring, attentive, and friendly, with many interactions that show genuine concern for the residents.
    • pro Residents enjoy a variety of activities and entertainment, creating a lively and engaging environment.
    • pro Families appreciate the cleanliness of the facility and the quality of the food served, which many find to be delicious.
    • pro Tours of the community are positive experiences, with informative guides who address questions and showcase the amenities available to residents.
    • pro Residents express happiness in their living arrangements, enjoying features like private baths, kitchenettes, and communal areas for socializing.
    • pro Positive interactions among staff members and residents contribute to an overall cheerful atmosphere within the community.

    Cons

    • pro The facility lacked personal attention, and there were issues with billing from the start.
    • pro The new Director of Nursing was not well-received by residents.
    • pro Despite upgrading furniture, the facility created less seating for residents.
    • pro Staff prioritized their convenience over the needs of residents, as seen with locked cabinets for medications that hindered access to drinking glasses and dishes.
    • pro There were few activities available after dinner services, contrary to what was promised.
    • pro Staffing shortages led to safety concerns during emergencies, leaving residents feeling insecure.
    • pro Management displayed poor customer service when addressing resident complaints about bugs in rooms.
    • pro Documents were not thoroughly checked during intake, resulting in a crisis situation concerning DNR orders.
    • pro Food quality was inconsistent; items were often overcooked or unavailable, and leftovers were served repeatedly.
    • pro Common areas showed neglect in cleanliness, with tissues left on railings for extended periods.

    Review

    The Cabana at Jensen Dunes has garnered a wide array of feedback from residents and their families, reflecting both the beauty of the facility and significant areas for improvement. Many reviews showcase appreciation for the physical environment, describing it as a beautiful place with well-kept grounds, clean living spaces, and delightful amenities. Visitors have remarked on the inviting atmosphere during special events, such as Veterans Day celebrations where staff actively engaged with residents in song and celebration. The facility also offers 24-hour access to a sandwich area and dining options that include appealing menus filled with various choices.

    However, alongside the positive reviews regarding aesthetics and certain communal aspects, several concerning issues have been highlighted by users. A recurrent theme is the inadequacy of personal attention provided to residents. Some residents have expressed feeling overshadowed by the sheer size of the place, which seems to limit individualized care from staff members. Moreover, there were complaints about a lack of activities after dinner services, leading some residents to feel isolated or bored in what they expected would be a vibrant community environment.

    Moreover, issues related to management quite starkly emerged through these accounts. A notable concern was raised about poor staffing levels during emergencies, with one glaring incident involving an alarming situation where lights went out without proper oversight or action taken by personnel. This particular experience left family members worried about their loved ones’ safety in situations requiring immediate attention or action—an issue compounded by complaints regarding overall staffing inconsistencies within The Cabana that could compromise resident security.

    As far as health care goes, while some families reported positive outcomes regarding placement assistance from administrative staff, others experienced distress due to gaps in communication around critical matters—specifically when handling important documents like Do Not Resuscitate (DNR) orders. Such oversights created crises that left family members feeling heartbroken amid situations they believed should have been handled with greater diligence.

    Food service at The Cabana appears as another dual-edged sword; while some praised its quality and appealed flavors, others criticized it vehemently for being subpar. Resident accounts described ongoing issues where meals were often overcooked or served repeatedly over short periods—like osso bucco appearing three times in one week—and how common areas showed signs of neglect despite high operational costs tied to living there. Such discrepancies between expectations and delivered services left families frustrated even amid assurances from management that improvements would come with upcoming changes.

    At its core, many reviewers echoed sentiments about needing more attentive management practices and effective operational structures to address concerns adequately—particularly touching upon experiences involving rude staff responses when confronted with grievances like pest problems or cleanliness issues in resident rooms. While several individuals conveyed satisfaction over specific employees showing genuine care towards residents’ needs and wellbeing—highlighting instances where caregivers built rapport—the overarching sentiment remains clear: a call for improvement across management levels is essential for better aligning resident experiences with their expectations at this otherwise stunning establishment.

    In conclusion, The Cabana at Jensen Dunes represents both potential tranquility amidst beauty—and growing pains reflective of broader challenges inherent within assisted living environments fueled by inconsistent care provision. Families searching diligently for safe havens for their loved ones have found both reassurance in splendid aesthetics coupled closely knit communities alongside disillusionment stemming from managerial lapses marked against an expensive backdrop—leading many ultimately weighing if such trade-offs are worth enduring long-term within now-familiar surroundings.

    Features

    Housing

    • 140 resident community capacity 140 resident community capacity
    • 1-bedroom apartments 1-bedroom apartments
    • 2-bedroom apartments 2-bedroom apartments
    • Studio apartments Studio apartments

    Types of Care

    • Assisted Living Assisted Living
    • Memory Care Memory Care
    • Skilled Nursing Facility Skilled Nursing Facility

    Pets

    • Cats allowed Cats allowed
    • Dogs allowed Dogs allowed

    Amenities

    • Activities off-site Activities off-site
    • Activities on-site Activities on-site
    • Air-conditioning Air-conditioning
    • Beautician on-site Beautician on-site
    • Beauty salon Beauty salon
    • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
    • Computer center Computer center
    • Devotional services off-site Devotional services off-site
    • Devotional services on-site Devotional services on-site
    • Dining room Dining room
    • Fitness room Fitness room
    • Fully furnished Fully furnished
    • Gaming room Gaming room
    • Garden Garden
    • Ground floor units Ground floor units
    • Guest parking Guest parking
    • Handicap accessible Handicap accessible
    • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
    • Indoor common areas Indoor common areas
    • Kitchenette Kitchenette
    • Laundry Laundry
    • Move-in coordination Move-in coordination
    • Outdoor common areas Outdoor common areas
    • Outdoor space Outdoor space
    • Private bathrooms Private bathrooms
    • Resident parking Resident parking
    • Respite or short term stays offered Respite or short term stays offered
    • Restaurant-style dining Restaurant-style dining
    • Small library Small library
    • Spa Spa
    • Swimming pool Swimming pool
    • Swimming pool / hot tub Swimming pool / hot tub
    • Telephone Telephone
    • Wellness center Wellness center
    • Wheelchair accessible showers Wheelchair accessible showers
    • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet Wi-Fi/high-speed internet

    Transportation

    • Community operated transportation Community operated transportation
    • Transportation & parking Transportation & parking
    • Transportation arrangement Transportation arrangement
    • Transportation arrangement (non-medical) Transportation arrangement (non-medical)
    • Transportation to doctors appointments Transportation to doctors appointments

    Care Services

    • 12-16 hour nursing 12-16 hour nursing
    • 24-hour call system 24-hour call system
    • 24-hour supervision 24-hour supervision
    • Activities of daily living assistance Activities of daily living assistance
    • Ambulatory care Ambulatory care
    • Assistance with bathing Assistance with bathing
    • Assistance with dressing Assistance with dressing
    • Assistance with transfers Assistance with transfers
    • Coordination with health care providers Coordination with health care providers
    • Dementia waiver Dementia waiver
    • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
    • Diabetic care Diabetic care
    • Hospice waiver Hospice waiver
    • Incontinence care Incontinence care
    • Meal preparation and service Meal preparation and service
    • Medication management Medication management
    • Mental wellness program Mental wellness program
    • Mild cognitive impairment Mild cognitive impairment
    • Physical therapy Physical therapy
    • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions
    • Specialized memory care programming Specialized memory care programming
    • Transportation arrangement (medical) Transportation arrangement (medical)
    • Transportation to doctors appointments Transportation to doctors appointments

    Dining

    • Anytime dining Anytime dining
    • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
    • Gluten-free Gluten-free
    • Guest meals Guest meals
    • International cuisine International cuisine
    • Kosher Kosher
    • Low / no sodium Low / no sodium
    • Meals provided Meals provided
    • No Sugar No Sugar
    • Professional chef Professional chef
    • Restaurant style dining Restaurant style dining
    • Room service Room service
    • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions
    • Special dining programs Special dining programs
    • Vegetarian Vegetarian

    Activities

    • Art classes Art classes
    • Catholic services Catholic services
    • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
    • Concierge services Concierge services
    • Cooking classes Cooking classes
    • Devotional activities offsite Devotional activities offsite
    • Devotional activities on-site Devotional activities on-site
    • Educational speakers / life long learning Educational speakers / life long learning
    • Fitness programs Fitness programs
    • Jewish services Jewish services
    • Mormon/LDS services Mormon/LDS services
    • Other religious services Other religious services
    • Planned day trips Planned day trips
    • Protestant services Protestant services
    • Resident-run activities Resident-run activities
    • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities
    • Visiting Rabbi Visiting Rabbi
    • Visiting chaplain or priest Visiting chaplain or priest

    Languages Spoken

    • English English

    Description

    The Cabana at Jensen Dunes is an assisted living community located in Jensen Beach, FL. We offer comfortable and spacious 2-bedroom apartments as well as studio apartments for our residents to choose from. Our community provides various types of care including memory care and skilled nursing facility services.

    At The Cabana, we prioritize the well-being and happiness of our residents, which is why we provide a range of amenities to enhance their daily lives. Our on-site activities are designed to engage and entertain our residents, while our air-conditioned living spaces ensure comfort throughout the year. A beautician and beauty salon are conveniently located on-site for all grooming needs. Residents can enjoy their favorite shows with cable or satellite TV in their own apartments. We offer community-operated transportation for convenience, as well as a computer center for those who wish to stay connected.

    Spirituality is important to us, which is why we offer both devotional services on-site and off-site. Meals are served in our elegant dining room with restaurant-style dining options prepared by a professional chef. For physical fitness, residents have access to a fitness room and swimming pool/hot tub facilities. Our outdoor common areas, garden, and spa provide tranquil spaces for relaxation.

    We prioritize the comfort of each resident by offering fully furnished apartments with private bathrooms. Housekeeping services ensure cleanliness while laundry facilities make it convenient for residents to take care of their clothing needs. Move-in coordination services are available to assist with the transition.

    Care services provided include 24-hour supervision and assistance with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, and transfers. Our dedicated team coordinates with health care providers to ensure comprehensive care. For residents with special dietary restrictions or diabetes management needs, we offer specialized diets and diabetes care programs.

    Staying active mentally is crucial at The Cabana, which is why we provide mental wellness programs and specialized memory care programming for those with cognitive impairment. Physical therapy services are available as needed. Transportation arrangement services are provided for both medical and non-medical appointments.

    Residents at The Cabana have the opportunity to engage in a variety of activities. We offer Catholic, Jewish, Mormon/LDS, and Protestant services on-site, as well as other religious services off-site. Community-sponsored activities, educational speakers, and planned day trips ensure a vibrant social calendar.

    Our location is convenient with several cafes, parks, pharmacies, physicians' offices, restaurants, transportation options, places of worship nearby. At The Cabana at Jensen Dunes, we strive to provide a welcoming and supportive assisted living community where residents can thrive in comfort and enjoy an enriched lifestyle.

    Nearby Places of Interest

    This area of Jensen Beach, Florida, offers a convenient and vibrant community for senior living. With a variety of dining options such as Mulligan's, Lures Riverfront Restaurant, and Uncle Giuseppe's Lil' Bit A Brooklyn nearby, residents can enjoy delicious meals without having to travel far. There are also several pharmacies within close proximity, including Walgreens and Winn-Dixie, making it easy to access necessary medications and healthcare products. In terms of medical care, there are reputable physicians and healthcare facilities like Dr. Charles E. Ahner, MD, Treasure Coast Radiation Oncology PA, and Radiology Imaging Associates nearby. For leisure activities, seniors can visit Regal Treasure Coast Mall for movies or relax at the Savannas Preserve State Park for outdoor recreation. Overall, this part of Jensen Beach provides a well-rounded and convenient lifestyle for seniors looking to settle in the area.

    Restaurants

    • Mulligan's Jensen Beach (0.5 miles)
    • Lures Riverfront Restaurant (0.5 miles)
    • Dolphin Bar and Shrimp House (1.6 miles)
    • Chipotle Mexican Grill (2.4 miles)
    • Uncle Giuseppe's Lil' Bit A Brooklyn (2.5 miles)
    • Steak 'n Shake (2.5 miles)
    • The House of Brews (2.5 miles)

    Pharmacies

    • Walgreens (0.6 miles)
    • Winn-Dixie (0.7 miles)
    • Walgreens (2.9 miles)
    • Sewall's Point Pharmacy (3 miles)
    • Walgreens (3.6 miles)
    • CVS Pharmacy (4.2 miles)
    • Walgreens (5 miles)

    Physicians

    • Dr Charles E. Ahner, MD (1.9 miles)
    • Ahner Neil A MD (2.6 miles)
    • Osteoporosis Regional Center of Stuart (2.8 miles)
    • Treasure Coast Radiation Oncology PA (2.8 miles)
    • Treasure Coast Center For Surgery (2.8 miles)
    • Pediatrix (2.8 miles)
    • Radiology Imaging Associates (2.8 miles)

    Cafes

    • The Googan Coffee Shop (2.3 miles)
    • Starbucks (2.4 miles)
    • Gilbert's Coffee Bar (3.2 miles)
    • Starbucks (4.3 miles)

    Theaters

    • Regal Treasure Coast Mall (2.8 miles)

    Places of Worship

    • First United Methodist Church (4 miles)

    Transportation

    • Witham Field (4 miles)
    • Enterprise Rent-A-Car (4.1 miles)

    Parks

    • Savannas Preserve State Park (5 miles)

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