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Heartland Health Care Ctr in Saint Petersburg, FL

Heartland Health Care Ctr is a nursing home community in Saint Petersburg, FL.

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Heartland Health Care Ctr

1001 Doctor Mlk Jr St N, Saint Petersburg, FL 33701

To contact a resident: (727) 896-8619

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

3.1 from 115 reviews
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Overall Review of Heartland Health Care Ctr

differentiator 9 reviews mention this

Dental care gets strong praise

Several residents speak highly of the dental team’s skill and outcomes.

Dental is one of the most consistently praised parts of residents’ experiences, with multiple mentions of dentists and staff being kind, knowledgeable, and effective. Reviews describe getting X-rays, getting appropriate work done, and feeling relief during painful situations, including praise for painless numbness and a quick tooth-pull experience. There are also mentions where dental appointments or service decisions felt unfavorable, including concerns about getting seen during urgent pain, but even those residents frequently still acknowledge parts of the staff’s helpfulness.

common 6 reviews mention this

Vaccines and immunizations feel efficient

Many reviews describe fast, straightforward immunization visits.

Reviews often highlight how quickly they were able to complete vaccination-related appointments, including school immunizations and routine shots. Some residents also call out pricing as a benefit, such as paying a set amount for vaccines and getting immunizations caught up. A few reviews criticize vaccine-day logistics, including crowding and unclear rollout details, so the speed is not universal across visits.

common 22 reviews mention this

Staff kindness stands out

Residents frequently describe staff as polite, helpful, and professional.

Across many reviews, residents report positive interactions with front-desk staff, nurses, lab workers, and clinicians, describing them as friendly, courteous, and supportive. Several reviews mention being treated with respect during visits where they were anxious or in pain, and a number of people specifically thank staff for explaining steps or making the process easier. That said, a smaller set of reviews also describe unprofessional or rude behavior from some staff members, which is one of the more recurring reasons overall experiences can swing.

caveat 18 reviews mention this

Wait times and organization frustrate

Scheduling and wait-time expectations can be inconsistent.

A common theme in reviews is that appointment timing does not always match what people are told, leading to long waits even when arriving early. Several residents describe unorganized check-in processes, unclear sign-in instructions, and being told to come back or that they could not be seen. Others mention staff taking longer than expected due to internal downtime or lack of coordination. While a number of reviews also say the process was quick and they were in-and-out, residents who had delays often connect them to frustration with communication and systems.

caveat 16 reviews mention this

Phone and front-desk communication varies

Residents report mixed experiences with phone access and bedside communication.

Some residents describe difficulty getting through by phone, long holds, calls being disconnected, or not receiving clear appointment information when they do connect. Several other reviews call out rude or dismissive interactions at the front desk and with phone operators, including mocking or attitude when asking questions or trying to schedule care. A few reviews contrast this by praising courtesy during scheduling or care steps, but the recurring negative pattern is enough that residents urge people to plan for possible delays in getting answers.

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Features

Types of Care

  • Skilled Nursing Facility Skilled Nursing Facility

Transportation

  • St. Petersburg-Clearwater International (9 miles away) St. Petersburg-Clearwater International (9 miles away)
  • Tampa International (15 miles away) Tampa International (15 miles away)

Care Services

  • High acuity care High acuity care

Nearby Places of Interest

This area of Saint Petersburg, Florida offers a convenient and diverse range of amenities for senior living. With multiple pharmacies, physicians' offices, and hospitals nearby, residents have easy access to healthcare services. There are also plenty of dining options including Mexican cuisine at Tijuana Flats and Asian street fare at Hawkers. For coffee lovers, there are popular cafes such as Starbucks and Panera Bread within close proximity. Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy the picturesque Crescent Lake Park and Vinoy Park for leisurely strolls. Additionally, there are entertainment options like AMC Sundial 12 theater for movie nights. Overall, this neighborhood provides a well-rounded environment with everything one would need for a comfortable and vibrant senior living experience.

Pharmacies

  • Walgreens (0.1 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (0.5 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (1.1 miles)
  • Winn-Dixie (1.4 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (1.7 miles)
  • Walgreens (1.8 miles)
  • Winn-Dixie (2.1 miles)

Physicians

  • Bay Area Heart Center (0.4 miles)
  • BayCare Behavioral Health - St. Anthony's Primary Care (0.4 miles)
  • Suncoast Medical Clinic (0.4 miles)
  • Allergy/Immunology (0.4 miles)
  • Northeast Family Practice (0.9 miles)
  • Price Hoffman Stone & Associates: Goodrum Aaron MD (1.2 miles)
  • Central Neurology Sleep Disorders Center (1.3 miles)

Hospitals

  • St Anthony's Hospital (0.4 miles)
  • All Children's Hospital (1.3 miles)
  • Bayfront Health St. Petersburg (1.3 miles)
  • All Children's Obgyn Specialists (4.3 miles)

Restaurants

  • Tijuana Flats (0.4 miles)
  • Grand Hacienda (0.5 miles)
  • Green Bench Brewing Company (0.8 miles)
  • Hawkers Asian Street Fare (0.8 miles)
  • Byte Federal Bitcoin ATM (Ferg's Sports Bar & Grill) (0.9 miles)
  • BellaBrava (1 miles)
  • Cassis American Brasserie (1 miles)

Cafes

  • Starbucks (0.4 miles)
  • Panera Bread (0.7 miles)
  • Kahwa Coffee (0.7 miles)
  • Bula Kafe (1.4 miles)
  • Bandit Coffee Co. (1.6 miles)
  • Mazzaro's Italian Market (1.8 miles)
  • Kristina's Cafe (2.6 miles)

Parks

  • Crescent Lake Park (0.6 miles)
  • St Pete Pier Playground (1.2 miles)
  • North Shore Park (1.2 miles)
  • Vinoy Park St Petersburg (1.3 miles)
  • Roser Park (1.5 miles)
  • Fossil Park (3.4 miles)
  • Northwest Park (4.3 miles)

Theaters

  • AMC Sundial 12 (0.9 miles)
  • Regal Park Place & RPX (4.5 miles)

Places of Worship

  • Allendale United Methodist Church (1.8 miles)
  • Christ The Cornerstone (5.1 miles)

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