Residents and families repeatedly describe nurses and CNAs as caring and responsive.
A large share of reviewers focus on how the nursing and care team treats residents with patience, kindness, and respect. Multiple families say they were kept up to date during rehab and that staff followed through when there were concerns. Alongside that, several reviewers mention specific nurses and wound care roles, and they describe frequent attention to comfort and day-to-day needs.
common14 reviews mention this
Rehabilitation and therapy get praise
Therapy support is a frequent reason families say they felt better quickly.
Several residents and family members describe physical therapy and rehab as encouraging and effective, including progress after surgery. Reviewers also talk about therapy teams pushing them to participate and helping with mobility goals. A few negative reviews dispute that level of therapy or say sessions were delayed, but the positive rehab experiences are a recurring theme.
common12 reviews mention this
Dining is a mix, with choices mentioned
Dining stands out because many residents mention meals and meal choices.
On the positive side, multiple reviewers say meals were good and that they appreciated having choices and options. Some families call out specific items like oatmeal and eggs, and describe the dining experience as part of what made the stay easier. At the same time, other reviews complain about food quality and temperature, including reports of cold food and long gaps before help or meals arrived.
caveat13 reviews mention this
Facility cleanliness and upkeep varies
Cleanliness is repeatedly praised, but several reviews describe serious lapses.
Some reviewers say the building looks well maintained, rooms are clean, and there are no strong odors. They also describe the facility as bright and recently improved, including renovated spaces. Other reviews paint a different picture, citing issues like dirtiness, smells, overcrowding, dirty bathrooms, and problems with laundry or returned belongings.
caveat11 reviews mention this
Communication and responsiveness are uneven
Residents describe delays or breakdowns in responding to calls and medical needs.
Many reviewers praise staff being reachable and making sure care needs are addressed, including medication updates and help with comfort. However, a recurring negative theme is that call buttons or nurse access did not work as expected, and some people report long waits for medical support. Several critiques also mention missed or late medication, lack of monitoring, or limited availability of certain services during the stay.
common2 reviews mention this
Nearby medical options are close
The area includes nearby physicians and pharmacies.
Reviewers don’t frequently talk about location directly, but the community is surrounded by common healthcare stops. Nearby listings include physicians and pharmacies within about a tenth of a mile to roughly a few tenths, plus additional options at greater distances. This can make it easier to reach routine medical offices without traveling far for basic appointments.
How we summarize
Counts show how many written reviews mention each theme; a review can touch several themes, and only frequently mentioned themes are displayed.
Features
Housing
117 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
Orlando International (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
Restaurants
Fat Boy's Bar-B-Q (0.1 miles)
McDonald's (0.1 miles)
Rancho Chico Mexican Restaurant (0.2 miles)
Checkers (0.5 miles)
Gator's Dockside (0.6 miles)
IHOP (0.7 miles)
Sidelines Sports Grill (0.8 miles)
Pharmacies
St Cloud Pharmacy (0.1 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (0.5 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (0.6 miles)
Walmart Pharmacy (1.1 miles)
Walgreens (1.2 miles)
Walmart Pharmacy (1.6 miles)
Winn-Dixie (3.2 miles)
Physicians
St. Cloud Surgical Associates (0.1 miles)
Access Pronto (0.2 miles)
Pediatrics of Central Florida, PA (0.3 miles)
Andres Montalvo, MD - Professional Psychiatric Services (0.3 miles)
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