Sunnyside Homes in St. Cloud, FL

Sunnyside Homes is an assisted living community in St. Cloud, FL.

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81 Beehive Circle Dr, St. Cloud, FL 34769

For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318

3.2 from 109 reviews
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4 stars
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Overall Review of Sunnyside Homes

common 20 reviews mention this

Staff approach is mixed

Many residents describe staff as approachable and supportive, while other residents report serious breakdowns in communication and follow-through.

A sizable share of reviews highlight staff members as kind, supportive, and invested in recovery, including mentions of nurses, techs, therapists, and the patient advocate. Several residents also describe feeling safe, informed, or “welcome,” and credit the team for coping skills and daily structure. At the same time, other reviewers report problems ranging from medication concerns and delayed attention to conflicts about care planning and responsiveness when help is needed. Taken together, resident experiences vary widely, so it’s worth paying close attention to the specific concerns raised in lower-star reviews.

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Recovery groups and EMDR get attention

Residents frequently mention structured groups and therapy, including EMDR, as part of their treatment experience.

Reviews commonly point to group programming and therapist-led sessions as a major part of the stay, with multiple residents saying the groups were helpful, relevant, or a key source of tools for relapse prevention. EMDR is specifically called out in a number of reviews, including positive mentions of one therapist using it and a more cautious note from a resident who felt EMDR didn’t match expectations. Some reviewers also describe therapy being limited due to staffing or that they struggled to access certain types of support. Overall, residents tend to connect their progress—or lack of it—to how groups and therapy were delivered during their time there.

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Food is generally praised

Meals are often described positively, though a few reviews mention missing items or shortages.

Several residents call out food as good or even great, including praise for the cafeteria and meal service during their stay. A smaller number of reviews describe food-related shortcomings such as running out of certain items or meal basics not being available. Because experiences aren’t unanimous, dining appears to be a strength for many residents, but it isn’t consistent across every report.

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Medication handling is a recurring concern

Multiple reviews raise concerns about medication administration and coordination, including delays, refusals, or prescription problems at discharge.

Medication is one of the most common issues mentioned in lower-star reviews, with residents describing situations where their medication was not provided, changed incorrectly, delayed, or addressed with limited communication. Some reviews also describe side effects or medical urgency when medication decisions didn’t go as expected. In contrast, several higher-star reviews credit the medical team with getting them onto the right meds and staying safe during detox and treatment. With this mix, residents’ accounts suggest the medication experience can be highly dependent on the individual case and the circumstances at the time.

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Nearby healthcare and pharmacies are close

There are nearby physician and pharmacy options within about half a mile.

Reviews are about treatment experience, but the location also puts multiple healthcare and pharmacy destinations nearby. Nearby listings include a neurology physician, a pharmacy, and a few local clinics/medical-related stops at short distances. If you want to compare logistics, this may make it easier to find medical or medication-related resources nearby.

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Features

Types of Care

  • Assisted Living Assisted Living

Amenities

  • Activities on-site Activities on-site
  • Devotional services off-site Devotional services off-site
  • Indoor common areas Indoor common areas

Transportation

  • Orlando International (12 miles away) Orlando International (12 miles away)

Care Services

  • Ambulatory care Ambulatory care
  • Diabetic care Diabetic care

Dining

  • Meals provided Meals provided

Activities

  • Activities on-site Activities on-site
  • Devotional activities offsite Devotional activities offsite

Nearby Places of Interest

Physicians

  • Florida Institute of Neurology (0.2 miles)
  • St Cloud Optical (0.5 miles)
  • Associates In Dermatology (1.2 miles)
  • Prohealth Family Physicians (1.2 miles)
  • Pediatrics of Central Florida, PA (1.2 miles)
  • Access Pronto (1.3 miles)
  • St. Cloud Surgical Associates (1.3 miles)

Pharmacies

  • Walmart Pharmacy (0.3 miles)
  • Walgreens (0.5 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (0.8 miles)
  • St Cloud Pharmacy (1.2 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (1.6 miles)
  • Walmart Pharmacy (2.8 miles)
  • Walgreens (3.8 miles)

Restaurants

  • Chick-Fil-A (0.4 miles)
  • Sidelines Sports Grill (0.5 miles)
  • IHOP (0.6 miles)
  • Gator's Dockside (0.7 miles)
  • Checkers (0.8 miles)
  • Rancho Chico Mexican Restaurant (1 miles)
  • Fat Boy's Bar-B-Q (1.1 miles)

Cafes

  • Starbucks (0.5 miles)
  • Vanessa's Coffee Shop (4.5 miles)
  • Panera Bread (7.1 miles)
  • Starbucks (8.2 miles)
  • Starbucks (9.5 miles)
  • Starbucks (9.7 miles)
  • Starbucks (10 miles)

Places of Worship

  • St Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church (0.6 miles)
  • St Luke & St Peter Church-Episcopal (3.1 miles)

Parks

  • St Cloud Parks & Recreation (1.3 miles)
  • Lakefront Park (1.8 miles)
  • Hopkins Park (3.3 miles)
  • Austin Tindall Park (5.5 miles)
  • Meadow Creek Park (7.7 miles)

Transportation

  • Tupperware Sunrail Station (7.4 miles)

Hospitals

  • Nemours Children's Hospital (8.5 miles)

Theaters

  • Regal The Loop & RPX (9 miles)

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