Assisted Living Facilities

Summerfield Retirement

3.9/5.00 - based on 41 reviews
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4/5.00 Published 10 months ago

"Supportive staff and smooth move-in, meals need improvement."

They were really helpful from the start, assisting with hospital and rehab paperwork before we moved in. The process of moving was easy, they accommodated my schedule well, and they were friendly enough to let me settle in a couple of days early. The meals were great at first, but after the switch from Truewood to Summerfield, they've become less satisfying. I hope they improve again. I can text them, which is convenient, but the front desk often doesn't answer the phone. Overall, I'd recommend them to others. It's been a month and a half, and I'm very happy with everything. It's one of the nicest and friendliest places I considered.

4/5.00 Published 1 year ago

"Mixed Experience with Medication Handling, Otherwise Wonderful Facility"

The staff at Truewood Assisted Living is very friendly and welcoming. When our loved one first moved in, there were some issues with getting their prescribed medications. Even though we provided the medications ourselves, they were not administered for a couple of days until our loved one was officially in the system, which was a bit worrying. Then, there was an incident where the medication was misplaced, causing another delay in receiving meds for a couple more days. Truewood verbally assured us they would cover the cost of the medications, but we ended up being billed for them instead. Despite these concerns with medication management, everything else about Truewood Assisted Living is excellent. The housekeeping is top-notch, and the food is wonderful.

3/5.00 Published 1 year ago

"Mixed feelings about Truewood by Merrill Bradenton assisted living"

Truewood by Merrill Bradenton is okay, but there are issues. At night, they don’t handle medications well and there’s only one nurse for everyone. My family member stayed there for three weeks, but I decided to take her out.

1/5.00 Published 1 year ago

"Appalling Neglect and Disrespect at Failing Senior Living Facility"

Avoid this disaster of a senior care facility at all costs. The problems start at the very top, with tons of staff leaving all the time. It feels like a battle, us against them. There's zero respect or understanding. Most of the helpers don't even have the right training. Staff members don't even respond, not even to the emergency bell. I personally saw a man fall and none of the helping staff even glances away from their phones. The head boss is rude at best. Where did the good old days go, when the manager would go around, saying hi and chatting with everyone? I've had a fantastic career, and I can tell you that this was by far the worst experience of my whole life. Make sure you keep your family safe, they might be too scared to mention it.

3/5.00 Published 1 year ago

"Assisted Living Facility Needs Better Care and Advocacy"

This place could use more options for therapy, massages, and help with VA cases. They should also be more attentive to personal needs. I hoped the staff would be more supportive, but they seem uninvolved and indifferent.

4/5.00 Published 1 year ago

"Clean, Caring Assisted Living with Tasty Food"

The staff turnover could be better, but overall, we recommend it. Clean and caring, with tasty food.

4/5.00 Published 1 year ago

"Nice community with some confusion about care responsibilities"

This place was really nice during the tour and signing up our loved one. They gave us a big book to review. They seem to care about our loved one. We are confused about who to ask our questions about our loved one. It's hard to know who does what for their care. They serve three meals a day and plenty of snacks to the residents.

4/5.00 Published 2 years ago

"Satisfactory Assisted Living Experience"

Our time here has been good. It's better than the last place my loved one was at. I think they need more staff, but most places do. If your loved one needs more help, they'll move them to Memory Care instead of Assisted Living. Right now, meals are buffet style while they update the kitchen. I think once the kitchen is done, the meals will get better.

4/5.00 Published 2 years ago

"Needs cleaning."

During our tour, the facility seemed nice, but improvements are needed.

4/5.00 Published 2 years ago

"Assisted Living Facility Receives High Praise for Kindness and Comfort"

They're doing very well, and she really enjoys it. Everyone has been kind to her, and she thinks it's a great place.

3/5.00 Published 2 years ago

"A Good Deal at Truewood by Merrill Bradenton"

Truewood by Merrill Bradenton is a nice place, and overall, it’s a good deal. The activities director stays busy all the time, organizing get-togethers with musical guests, entertainment, crafts, bowling, and Margarita Mondays. My one-bedroom apartment has a fridge, cabinet space, and a nice bathroom, plus a fairly big closet. I would recommend it to others.

2/5.00 Published 2 years ago

"Disappointing Experience at Truewood by Merrill Bradenton"

This place doesn't respond well. Hard to reach staff. The kitchen's been under construction for 3 months. They use cheap paper plates and tiny Styrofoam cups for meals. Wouldn't suggest it to others.

4/5.00 Published 7 years ago

"Wonderful Staff and Beautiful Nature Preserve"

After checking out this place, we almost chose it, but then my mom had a stroke and that changed things a bit. This place is a lot bigger than others we saw and I thought it might be too much for her to get used to. It has a great nature preserve which I loved, but I didn't think mom would enjoy it as much as I did. The staff was super friendly and nice, and the place was really well cared for and very clean.

1/5.00 Published 7 years ago

"Substandard Assisted Living at Summerfield"

I truly wouldn't suggest anyone take their loved one to Summerfield; it's a fairly unsatisfactory establishment. There are countless roaches, and the kitchen leaves a lot to be desired. The memory care units are downright unclean, and the staff conduct themselves poorly. They disrespect family members; I even caught one behaving badly towards a relative. So, my mother from their care. The facility struggles significantly with effective communication.

5/5.00 Published 7 years ago

"A Tour for Care for Dad"

We toured this community for my dad's care. We didn't like the boardwalk as it didn't seem safe for residents. The staff was nice, and the community seemed clean. There were also activities offered. We suggest families tour this community. If the boardwalk is repaired, it would be a nice place for residents to enjoy.

5/5.00 Published 7 years ago

"Loved it, but the room didn’t have a view."

We loved the place, and it was within our budget. The residents looked happy, and there were lots of bright, sunny sitting areas. The only downside was that the room didn’t have a view.

5/5.00 Published 7 years ago

"I think this place is great!"

I think this place is great! It’s very clean, and the staff is super friendly. Overall, it really is a wonderful place.

3.5/5.00 Published 7 years ago

"Summerfield: Top Choice for Affordable Assisted Living"

After checking out several places, we picked Summerfield with our parents' agreement. The rooms were spacious, the place looked nice and clean, the food was great, and it was affordable.

2/5.00 Published 8 years ago

"Not Really Impressed with Run-Down Senior Home"

I didn't really like my visit to this senior home. The place seemed run down. I think it needs a makeover. We didn't find it attractive. It felt like a place you go when you're nearing the end. It just wasn't a good fit for my parent's needs.

4/5.00 Published 8 years ago

"Care Concerns at Assisted Living Facility"

My family member isn't getting enough one-on-one attention, which I expected. The staff doesn't communicate well with us. We had to hire extra help for her outside activities. She has to remind them to keep things tidy. The staff doesn't try hard to involve her in activities. I'm unhappy with the place right now. I hope it gets better.

5/5.00 Published 8 years ago

"Beautiful, clean, and excellent care for my mom!"

The community is really nice and clean. The staff is very friendly and kind. My mom stayed here for respite care, and they took great care of her. They also provide medical transportation twice a week. Summerfield Retirement is a beautiful place!

4.5/5.00 Published 8 years ago

"Mom's Happy with Summerfield Living"

My mom did not want to go to assisted living, but after one visit to Summerfield, she asked, "When is the moving truck coming?" We were so happy to find a place where she felt like she belonged right away, thanks to the friendly staff. She's only been there for two weeks, but she has no complaints and enjoys having her own space. She can stay alone or join others her age for different activities. Mom seems glad she doesn't have to worry about daily chores anymore, even if she won't admit it! My husband and I have visited many times without warning and were usually pleased. Our only worry is that the caregivers aren't as attentive when the head nurse is off duty. One time, she didn't get her meds on time. But when the nurse is there, everything runs smoothly. Overall, we're very pleased and hope Summerfield continues to meet our high expectations for helping my mom enjoy life.

2/5.00 Published 8 years ago

"Inadequate Staff and Services at Summerfield Retirement"

We haven't been happy with Summerfield Retirement, particularly with their memory care section. It looks like they don't have enough staff to effectively look after those with memory issues. Overall, the place feels lacking in staff, and the ones they do have seem young, insufficiently trained, and occasionally rude. The time it takes for them to respond to care needs is slow. In addition, there have been issues with their maintenance and laundry services. It seems they are looking to hire more people, but as I write this, their current staff isn't cutting it.

3/5.00 Published 9 years ago

"Decent Visit But No Medicaid Patients Accepted"

We had a super detailed meeting and a good tour. This place is quite nice, tidy, and a bit old though. They don't accept those on Medicaid.

4.5/5.00 Published 9 years ago

"Great place with friendly staff and clean facilities"

Things have been great at Summerfield Retirement. The staff is friendly and professional, and they’ve really helped my mom get settled in. The place looks nice and is always clean! Overall, they do a fantastic job here.

4.5/5.00 Published 9 years ago

"Great Place with Some Weekend Staff Issues Being Fixed"

The food is great, and the place is clean. The only problem is that one wing has aides on the weekends who aren’t very responsive and not doing their job well. The new management is aware of this and seems to be making the right changes to fix it. I would recommend them. Both my parents live there, and I feel good about it.

4/5.00 Published 10 years ago

"Positive Start at Summerfield Assisted Living"

I checked out this place and had long talks with the staff. I also looked around at other places like this before deciding to bring my mom here. She hasn't moved in yet, so I can't really say how good the care and activities are. But, my experience with Summerfield so far has been really good. The place is clean and looks nice, and it seems like they run things well. The folks I talked to were friendly and knew what they were doing, and they always answered my questions quickly.

3/5.00 Published 10 years ago

"Checked Out - Mom Approved, But Too Spacious"

Checked this out - Mom was really into it. She really dug the garden path and the open feel. Thought the place was cool. Yet, it was a bit too large for what they're used to.

4.5/5.00 Published 11 years ago

"Summerfield Truly Cares About Their Residents' Well-being"

Coming from a business world where competition is fierce, I understand how balancing costs with profits and service is crucial for survival. Although I wish my mom could have personal, 24-hour attention, I know that’s often out of reach without spending a lot of money. A 1-to-1 ratio of caregivers to clients is just not affordable for most people. That said, the team at Summerfield has never made me feel like money is their main concern. I’m very grateful for their positive attitude and dedication to elder care. Dealing with aging every day must be tough, but they handle it with respect and kindness. I have deep respect, sincere gratitude, and full support for Summerfield. Thank you!

2.5/5.00 Published 11 years ago

"Poor Fit and Lack of Personal Care"

We moved her from there after only two weeks as she was so unhappy. The facility just wasn't a good fit. She spent her time by herself and we knew it wasn't going well; she wasn't getting the one-on-one care she needed. We've now hired someone to help her at her own house, and it's a much better situation for her.

5/5.00 Published 11 years ago

"Overall, Very Happy"

We're really happy with them overall. We've had a few small issues with the care. The staff is very nice, but they're not always around when needed. One time, my mom did her laundry herself because she didn't think they would come, and it would help if they reminded her of the schedule.

5/5.00 Published 11 years ago

"Nice, clean place with friendly staff!"

This place looks great, clean, and well-kept. The patient seems happy with everything, and the staff is super friendly and helpful.

4/5.00 Published 11 years ago

"Great Community"

They offer plenty of activities for residents who want to stay busy. The community looks really nice, and it's the best one around in terms of affordability. The staff is super friendly and helpful. I'm very happy with Summerfield.

Summerfield Retirement

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3409 26th Street West
Bradenton, FL - 34205

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(941) 751-7200

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