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Symphony At St Augustine in Saint Augustine, FL

Symphony At St Augustine is an assisted living community in Saint Augustine, FL.

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840 State Road 16, Saint Augustine, FL 32084

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4.6 from 78 reviews
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Overall Review of Symphony At St Augustine

differentiator 27 reviews mention this

Activities keep residents engaged

Life enrichment activities are a major part of daily life here.

Residents and families repeatedly describe an activities program with themed days, projects, games, crafts, and regular opportunities to socialize. Many reviews specifically highlight the activities team’s creativity and energy, often naming Anna and her assistants. Several also connect activities to improved mood, staying occupied, and feeling more like a home routine. At the same time, a small number of negative reviews focus more on care supervision and safety than on the activities themselves.

common 33 reviews mention this

Staff responsiveness and compassion

Residents and families consistently describe caring, attentive staff.

Across many reviews, families describe staff who are patient, caring, and responsive to questions and day-to-day needs. Multiple reviewers mention being kept informed, staff taking time to learn residents, and team members treating people with kindness and respect. Several also describe comfort and peace of mind coming from how staff communicate and show up consistently. A few negative reviews, however, point to poor response in emergencies, lack of leadership, or unmet needs, which contrasts with the general tone of support.

common 7 reviews mention this

Meals can be a hit

Dining receives both praise and specific complaints.

Some residents and families say meals are very good, well prepared, and enjoyable, and they praise the culinary team for food quality. Reviews also mention organized dining experiences and attention to what residents need. At least one reviewer also raises a concern about food being too salty and being told no extra salt is added. That mix suggests dining is generally a strength, but seasoning may be an individual issue for some residents.

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Cleanliness stands out

Many visitors comment on a clean, well-kept environment.

Multiple reviews describe the facility as spotless, clean, and well maintained, and several also mention the grounds and overall presentation. Some reviewers specifically point to cleanliness as part of what made them feel comfortable during visits or after moving a loved one in. A separate set of concerns appears in a few negative reviews that mention missing personal items or describing a situation involving poor cleanliness. Overall, cleanliness is a frequent positive theme, but it’s not universal.

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Memory care experience is emphasized

Memory care is a clear focus in resident stories.

Several reviews describe experiences with dementia-related needs, including Alzheimer’s and other forms of memory care. Families often highlight how the staff approach residents as individuals and talk about programming and routines designed for cognitive needs. One reviewer with dementia-related concerns also mentions having medical oversight with an RN on every shift and physician rounding. A few reviews mention dissatisfaction with care supervision, but those complaints are about day-to-day safety and responsiveness rather than whether memory care is offered.

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Safety and supervision concerns appear

Some reviews raise concerns about supervision and safety.

While many families express confidence, a recurring thread in the negative reviews involves supervision gaps and follow-through. Complaints include delayed emergency response, issues with communication, and problems such as missing items and inadequate attention to medical or care needs. One review also describes a serious safety incident involving being outside unsupervised. These concerns stand in contrast to the more common praise for caring, responsive staffing.

How we summarize

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Features

Housing

  • 74 resident community capacity 74 resident community capacity

Types of Care

  • Assisted Living Assisted Living

Amenities

  • Air-conditioning Air-conditioning
  • Beauty salon Beauty salon
  • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
  • Computer center Computer center
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Fitness room Fitness room
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Gaming room Gaming room
  • Garden Garden
  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • Kitchenette Kitchenette
  • Move-in coordination Move-in coordination
  • Outdoor space Outdoor space
  • Private bathrooms Private bathrooms
  • Restaurant-style dining Restaurant-style dining
  • Small library Small library
  • Telephone Telephone
  • Wellness center Wellness center
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

  • Community operated transportation Community operated transportation
  • Transportation arrangement Transportation arrangement

Care Services

  • 24-hour call system 24-hour call system
  • 24-hour supervision 24-hour supervision
  • Activities of daily living assistance Activities of daily living assistance
  • Assistance with bathing Assistance with bathing
  • Assistance with dressing Assistance with dressing
  • Assistance with transfers Assistance with transfers
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Meal preparation and service Meal preparation and service
  • Medication management Medication management
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Dining

  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Activities

  • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
  • Concierge services Concierge services
  • Fitness programs Fitness programs
  • Planned day trips Planned day trips
  • Resident-run activities Resident-run activities
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities

Nearby Places of Interest

Physicians

  • MindSpark Learning (0.1 miles)
  • Flagler OB-GYN (2 miles)
  • Neurology Care (3.3 miles)
  • David J Gross (3.4 miles)
  • Eye Center Of St. Augustine (3.5 miles)
  • Medical Specialists of Saint Augustine (3.5 miles)
  • Jacksonville Clinic - St Augustine (3.5 miles)

Transportation

  • Avis Rent A Car (0.9 miles)
  • Northeast Florida Regional Airport (UST) (2.9 miles)

Pharmacies

  • Winn-Dixie (1.9 miles)
  • Walgreens (2 miles)
  • Oldest Drugstore (2.9 miles)
  • Winn-Dixie (3.2 miles)
  • Rx-Mart Pharmacy (3.5 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (4 miles)

Restaurants

  • Schooner's Seafood House (2 miles)
  • Denny's (2.5 miles)
  • McDonald's (2.5 miles)
  • Village Inn (2.6 miles)
  • The Raintree Restaurant (2.6 miles)
  • Zaxby's (2.7 miles)
  • Chick-Fil-A (2.8 miles)

Cafes

  • Dos Coffee & Wine (2 miles)
  • The Spot Cafe (2.2 miles)
  • Starbucks (3.1 miles)
  • Relampago Coffee Lab (3.1 miles)
  • Harbor View Cafe (3.2 miles)
  • The Kookaburra (3.2 miles)
  • Panera Bread (3.9 miles)

Parks

  • Davenport Park (2.3 miles)
  • Herbie & Annette Wiles Park (2.5 miles)
  • Maria Sanchez Lake (3.5 miles)
  • Dr Robert B. Hayling Freedom Park (4.1 miles)

Places of Worship

  • Mission of Nombre de Dios & La Leche Shrine (2.7 miles)
  • Memorial Presbyterian Church (3 miles)
  • Turning Point At Calvary (4.8 miles)

Hospitals

  • St Augustine Surgery Center (4.2 miles)

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