Overall Review of Harbourwood Health & Rehab Center
common34 reviews mention this
Caring, responsive staff stands out
Many reviews praise staff kindness, attentiveness, and follow-through.
A large share of residents and families describe the staff as kind, friendly, and genuinely focused on patient needs. Several reviews call out timely responses and effective help with day-to-day concerns, including nursing and therapy interactions. A smaller number of reviews go the other direction, describing rude behavior, unanswered calls, and staff who felt uncaring, which affects how consistent residents feel about care.
common22 reviews mention this
Clean facilities and a calm feel
Residents and visitors frequently mention cleanliness in the facility.
Many reviews emphasize that the building looks clean and maintained, with some reviewers describing it as bright, spacious, and orderly. Cleanliness comes up alongside positive comments about how comfortable residents seem to feel during visits. On the negative side, a handful of reviews describe the facility as dirty or poorly kept, so cleanliness appears uneven across experiences.
differentiator14 reviews mention this
Skilled nursing and therapy support
Reviews commonly highlight skilled nursing, nursing support, and therapy involvement.
Several reviewers describe meaningful rehab and therapy support, including encouragement from therapists and improvements after major medical events. Some families also describe the need for higher-level support and say the team helped residents stay comfortable while regaining independence. A countertheme in the reviews is serious concern about basic medical care and medication administration, which some families say led to deterioration and emergency transfers.
caveat10 reviews mention this
Food quality is mixed
Dining receives both praise and criticism in resident feedback.
Some reviews say meals are hot, flavorful, and varied, and they appreciate how staff handle dietary needs. Others report cold, undercooked food or meals that did not seem appetizing, including statements that food quality was a recurring complaint. Overall, dining satisfaction looks inconsistent across reviews.
caveat16 reviews mention this
Communication and call-light response varies
Call-light response and family updates are a recurring point of concern.
Some families describe quick communication and timely help when they call for assistance, which they connect to feeling at ease about their loved one’s care. Other reviews describe call lights going unanswered, delayed responses, and limited updates during medical issues, including situations where families say they learned about emergencies after the fact. Together, the reviews suggest that communication and responsiveness depend heavily on the experience of the specific unit and shift.
common2 reviews mention this
Nearby essentials are within a short drive
The surrounding area includes common errands and healthcare nearby.
For day-to-day needs, several frequently used destinations are close by, including pharmacy options and quick-service restaurants. The listing area also includes parks and nearby pediatric care references that may support visitors during longer stays.
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Features
Types of Care
Skilled Nursing Facility
Transportation
St. Petersburg-Clearwater International (4 miles away)
Tampa International (12 miles away)
Care Services
High acuity care
Nearby Places of Interest
Restaurants
McDonald's (0.2 miles)
Chick-Fil-A (0.7 miles)
McDonald's (2.9 miles)
Bar Fly (3 miles)
Duff's Buffet (3.6 miles)
Chick-Fil-A (3.9 miles)
P.F. Chang's China Bistro (4.1 miles)
Parks
McMullen Booth Tennis Center Clearwater FL (0.9 miles)
Kapok Park (1.3 miles)
Dog Run (1.4 miles)
Cooper Bayou Park (2.6 miles)
Eagle Lake Park (3.2 miles)
Largo Central Park (4.8 miles)
Sand Key Park (6.6 miles)
Physicians
Clearwater Pediatric Care (1.3 miles)
Premier Miller (3 miles)
Bay Dermatology & Cosmetic Surgery (4.3 miles)
Academic Alliance in Dermatology (4.5 miles)
Florida Department of Health, Pinellas County Health Department, Clearwater Center (4.6 miles)
Pinellas County Environmental Health (4.9 miles)
Virginia Street Dermatology (5.2 miles)
Pharmacies
CVS Pharmacy (1.5 miles)
Walgreens (1.9 miles)
Walgreens (3 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (3.2 miles)
Winn-Dixie (3.7 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (3.9 miles)
Walgreens (4.3 miles)
Cafes
Starbucks (4 miles)
Starbucks (4.7 miles)
Belleair Coffee Company (6.4 miles)
Transportation
St Pete-Clearwater International Airport (PIE) (4 miles)
Hospitals
Morton Plant Hospital (5 miles)
Morgan Heart Hospital (5 miles)
Mease Countryside Hospital (5.6 miles)
Mease Countryside Hospital-Medical Arts Building (5.7 miles)
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St. Petersburg-Clearwater International (4 miles away)
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