Masonic Home Of Florida is an assisted living community in Saint Petersburg, FL.
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3201 1St Street Ne, Saint Petersburg, FL 33704
For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318
Residents and families repeatedly describe the facility as exceptionally clean.
Multiple reviewers emphasize how immaculate the building is and note there were no lingering odors or cluttered hallways. Several also describe it as clean, well maintained, and spacious enough to feel comfortable. Even reviewers who had major complaints about food or operations still acknowledge the property cleanliness.
The waterfront grounds and well-kept common areas are a frequent point of praise.
Reviewers describe the grounds as beautiful, including waterfront views and maintained outdoor areas for walking or being outside. Others mention a large, impressive interior with lots of room to move around and common spaces for activities. A reviewer also highlights a welcoming atmosphere during tours and visits, tying the setting to the overall experience.
Dining is a consistent discussion, ranging from excellent meals to serious complaints.
Some residents and families say meals are balanced, well prepared, and professionally handled, including room service. Others report problems with food quality, going as far as saying it was awful and that they brought food in. There are also mentions that dietary needs are accommodated, which may help explain why dining experiences vary by person.
Residents’ days are described as busy with on-site and scheduled activities.
Reviewers repeatedly mention scheduled daily activities, games, and fitness options, along with religious services and Bible study. Several describe dedicated spaces for hobbies like arts and crafts, painting, and crosswords, plus outings and community-sponsored events. Even in reviews where other aspects fell short, activities are still described as “pretty good” or part of what makes the experience feel active.
Care experiences are mixed, with praise for responsiveness and concerns about staffing and follow-through.
Positive reviews describe experienced, compassionate on-site caregivers and communication that kept family members informed about conditions and day-to-day updates. At the same time, other reviews raise concerns about nursing operations, including missed needs and breakdowns in communication between nursing staff and with doctor appointments. One review also flags limits for people with cognitive problems and points to staffing turnover and reliance on temporary staff.
Some residents describe the available rooms as smaller than expected.
Two reviewers say room size can be limiting, including one comparing it to a college dorm setup. Another notes that rooms are smaller than newer, “fancy” options while still giving enough space for basic furniture. This appears to be a tradeoff compared with the overall cleanliness and activity spaces.
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102 resident community capacity
1-bedroom apartments 2-bedroom apartments
Assisted Living
Independent Living
Respite Care
Skilled Nursing Facility
Activities on-site
Air-conditioning
Beautician on-site Beauty salon
Cable or satellite TV
Computer center
Devotional services off-site
Dining room
Financial aid Financing advice
Fitness room
Full kitchen
Fully furnished
Gaming room
Garden
General store Guasts at mealtime
Hiking trails Home sale assistance
Housekeeping services
Indoor common areas Kitchenette
Laundry
Move-in coordination
Outdoor space
Party space
Private bathrooms
Restaurant-style dining
Small library TV room
Telephone VA Benefits Consultation
Wellness center
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
St. Petersburg-Clearwater International (8 miles away) Tampa International (13 miles away)
Community operated transportation Transportation & parking Transportation arrangement Transportation arrangement (non-medical) Transportation to doctors appointments
12-16 hour nursing
24-hour call system 24-hour supervision Activities of daily living assistance
Ambulatory care
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers
Diabetes diet
Diabetic care Meal preparation and service
Medication management
Mental wellness program
Physical therapy
Special dietary restrictions Diabetes diet Meals provided Room service Special dietary restrictions Activities off-site Activities on-site
Arts and crafts Community-sponsored activities
Concierge services Devotional activities offsite Fitness programs
Games Gardening club
Live musical performances
Planned day trips Religious services Resident-run activities Scheduled daily activities Yoga / chair yoga
English SpanishMasonic Home Of Florida offers 1-bedroom apartments and 2-bedroom apartments.
Masonic Home Of Florida is located at 3201 1St Street Ne, Saint Petersburg, FL 33704 in Pinellas County, Florida
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