Overall Review of Smyrna West Assisted Living Facility
common16 reviews mention this
Staff feel attentive and caring
Residents describe staff as friendly, caring, and responsive to needs.
Multiple residents and families say the staff is kind, caring, and professional, and that they feel comfortable leaving a loved one there. Several comments highlight that staff go above and beyond or address concerns when asked. A resident also mentions staff with medical-field experience and a doctor visit schedule as part of ongoing support.
common6 reviews mention this
Clean, spacious, and updated
Residents frequently mention a clean building with comfortable spaces.
Reviewers repeatedly describe the facility as clean, organized, and well kept. Several people also comment on room size and layout, including single-level access and outdoor seating/balconies. More than one resident points to visible improvements after management changes or renovations, which they say made the community feel brighter and more comfortable.
common6 reviews mention this
Dining and food draw strong praise
Food and the dining setup are recurring positives in reviews.
Dining is a frequent topic, with residents describing the food as excellent or fantastic. Families also mention that meals feel more like home, and that people are able to join others for dining rather than staying in their rooms. A couple of reviews describe the dining spaces directly, including multiple dining areas and what the community prepares in the kitchen.
common5 reviews mention this
Activities and social time stand out
Residents describe social activities and events as a regular part of life.
Several reviewers say the community plans activities and provides opportunities for residents to socialize. Comments mention game time, community events like an Easter celebration, and regular music. Even when one reviewer says there are not many activities, they still describe specific music and shared time with other residents as enjoyable.
common3 reviews mention this
Convenient, quiet setting for outings
Residents note a convenient location with a quieter feel nearby.
Some families like the area around the community, describing it as close to restaurants. Others mention the street feeling quiet and the ability to enjoy outdoor nature and a park-like setting. Nearby options referenced in reviews and by the listing include local dining and parks.
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Features
Housing
16 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
Respite or short term stays offered
Telephone
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
Transportation
Daytona Beach International (13 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
Centre Forty-Four Condominium Association (0.4 miles)
New Smyrna Beach Family Practice (0.4 miles)
Gastro Health (0.7 miles)
Island Doctors (0.7 miles)
Florida Center for Dermatology and Liposculpture (0.7 miles)
Davis Dermatology (0.7 miles)
Advanced Dermatology and Cosmetic Surgery (0.7 miles)
Pharmacies
Little Drug Co (0.6 miles)
Winn-Dixie (0.7 miles)
Walgreens (0.8 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (2.3 miles)
Walgreens (2.6 miles)
Walmart Pharmacy (3.6 miles)
Winn-Dixie (4.3 miles)
Hospitals
Bert Fish Rehab and Wellness (0.8 miles)
AdventHealth New Smyrna Beach (0.8 miles)
Bert Fish Medical Center-Edgewater/Imaging & Diagnostic (2.5 miles)
Halifax Health - Medical Center of Port Orange (8.4 miles)
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