Overall Review of Sandy Ridge Health And Rehabilitation
differentiator5 reviews mention this
Dining is consistently described well
Dining is a frequent positive in reviews, with residents describing good meals.
Multiple reviewers mention that the food was good and that residents didn’t have trouble eating. Others describe dining as part of what supports day-to-day comfort, including enjoying meals while participating in activities. The community also offers restaurant-style dining and supports residents with special dietary restrictions and diabetes-related diets.
common29 reviews mention this
Staff warmth and professionalism stand out
Residents and families repeatedly describe staff as friendly, caring, and professional.
Across many reviews, families highlight staff members as welcoming, attentive, and easy to work with. Several describe communication and knowledge about care, as well as staff treating residents with dignity and respect. A few reviewers also mention professionalism even when their overall experience was negative, but the strongest pattern is consistently positive impressions of how staff show up.
common13 reviews mention this
Cleanliness is mixed but recurring
Cleanliness shows up repeatedly, with many describing a clean facility.
Many reviews describe the facility as clean and well-kept, including clean rooms, clean clothes, and staff helping residents stay comfortable. At the same time, multiple reviewers report serious cleanliness problems such as pests, clutter from other patients, and dirty conditions. That split suggests a need to verify cleanliness during a visit and ask how the facility is maintained throughout day-to-day care.
common3 reviews mention this
Activities can make a difference
Reviews frequently connect daily activities to improved engagement.
Some families describe residents enjoying scheduled games, crafts, church services, and group outings. One reviewer also credits participation in daily activities for a meaningful shift from staying in a chair at home to being more involved. The community lists a range of activity options and structured daily scheduling, which aligns with what those reviewers emphasize.
common18 reviews mention this
Skilled nursing and therapy support
Families often describe nursing support and therapy as attentive.
Several reviews praise nursing care and responsiveness to family needs, including help meeting assistance requirements and keeping residents comfortable. Others highlight rehab and therapy progress, describing a discharge outcome and improvements after hospital stays. The facility also offers medication management, meal preparation and service, and assistance with activities of daily living, which lines up with the kind of day-to-day care reviewers talk about.
caveat6 reviews mention this
Care and expectations can be inconsistent
Some reviews describe gaps in care and unmet needs.
A handful of reviewers report serious concerns, including not getting expected attention, delayed help, and residents left in poor conditions. Other negative reviews mention falls, inadequate bathing, and problems with basic comfort needs. While many reviews are positive about staff and care, the negative experiences are detailed enough to take seriously when evaluating day-to-day care.
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Features
Housing
60 resident community capacity
Types of Care
Skilled Nursing Facility
Amenities
Air-conditioning
Beauty salon
Cable or satellite TV
Computer center
Dining room
Fitness room
Fully furnished
Gaming room
Garden
Housekeeping services
Kitchenette
Move-in coordination
Outdoor space
Private bathrooms
Restaurant-style dining
Small library
Telephone
Wellness center
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
Transportation
Pensacola Regional (13 miles away)
Community operated transportation
Transportation arrangement
Transportation arrangement (non-medical)
Transportation to doctors appointments
Care Services
12-16 hour nursing
24-hour call system
24-hour supervision
Activities of daily living assistance
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers
Diabetes diet
Meal preparation and service
Medication management
Mental wellness program
Special dietary restrictions
Dining
Diabetes diet
Special dietary restrictions
Activities
Community-sponsored activities
Concierge services
Fitness programs
Planned day trips
Resident-run activities
Scheduled daily activities
Nearby Places of Interest
Physicians
Berryhill Orthopaedics (0.3 miles)
Baptist Medical Group - Gastroenterology (0.4 miles)
Center For Total Women's Health (0.4 miles)
Dr's Office (0.5 miles)
Santa Rosa Orthopaedics (1 miles)
Watson Alternative Health & Weight Loss Center (1.3 miles)
Anju Garg (2.5 miles)
Pharmacies
Rx Express of Milton (0.3 miles)
Winn-Dixie (0.6 miles)
Walgreens (1.1 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (1.2 miles)
Medicine Shoppe (1.3 miles)
Winn-Dixie (5.3 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (6.2 miles)
Hospitals
Santa Rosa Medical Center - Emergency Room (0.3 miles)
Florida Department of Children & Families (1.3 miles)
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60 resident community capacity
Skilled Nursing Facility
Air-conditioning
Beauty salon
Cable or satellite TV
Computer center
Dining room
Fitness room
Fully furnished
Gaming room
Garden
Housekeeping services
Kitchenette
Move-in coordination
Outdoor space
Private bathrooms
Restaurant-style dining
Small library
Telephone
Wellness center
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
Pensacola Regional (13 miles away)
Community operated transportation
12-16 hour nursing
24-hour call system
Activities of daily living assistance
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers
Diabetes diet
Medication management
Mental wellness program
Special dietary restrictions
Concierge services
Planned day trips
Excellent access to nearby healthcare, pharmacies, and dining options.
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