Assisted Living Communities in De Land, FL

"My husband moved to Gold Choice Deltona, and the staff is wonderful. Everybody there has been extremely helpful. They've helped him adjust very well, and he's doing fine. His moving-in process went very well, and it's been a very good experience for the most part. One roommate started going through his things a little bit, and that upset him a bit, but it was taken care of promptly."

"The assisted living facility of Ansley Parke at Orange City was very nice. They had a nice reception area and a living room area. There were a lot of people there talking, and it was nice. They were attentive. A lot of the residents were interested, waving and smiling. The only thing I didn't like when I went in there was the smell. It didn't smell fresh and smelled almost like a home with a musky scent. I don't know if it's because the weather was hot that day and the AC was not at full potential, but it's like the smell you get when you go to Goodwill. That was the only thing I didn't like. The staff who gave the tour was very nice, very informative, and very friendly. I had a good rapport with her. She took her time and wasn't rushing. She showed me some apartments, and she was very nice about it. She was good. The other staff were nice, too. The woman at the reception was very friendly when she asked me to sign in."

"I toured Sancerre at Orange City. It was very nice, but it was out of my price range. It's a newer facility. Everyone was very nice. The marketing director was very nice. He was a young man. He wanted to let me know he would help me any way he could. It was very clean. I got a very nice vibe from the place. The rooms were nice. They have a patio area, and it was open. They had plants, places for the people to sit, and plenty of parking."

Arya at DeBary, located at 838 Signature Drive, DeBary, FL 32713, is West Volusia’s newest and most exciting senior living community offering a continuum of care with Independent Living (18 apartments across three buildings), Assisted Living (66 apartments), and Memory Care (22 apartments), all thoughtfully arranged over approximately 98,773 square feet in four buildings. Nestled between Orange City, Deltona, and Enterprise—just east of the St. John’s River—it combines convenience with tranquility, surrounded by golf courses, parks, shopping, dining, healthcare facilities, and cultural attractions. Within its beautifully designed spaces, residents enjoy a host of all-inclusive amenities that enhance daily living. A welcoming salon and spa, fitness center, coffee bar and bistro, movie theater, library lounge, and multi-purpose activity spaces invite social connection and relaxation. The community also features charming courtyards and gardens—including a greenhouse and courtyard games area—perfect for fresh air and friendly gatherings. Thoughtful care is built into every detail, with in-house therapy (physical, speech, occupational) via a Medicare Part B clinic ensuring wellness and independence. What truly sets Arya at DeBary apart is its deep-rooted commitment to family-centered care. Managed by Providence Senior Living, whose experienced team brings over 50 years of expertise in senior care, the community fosters a warm, homelike ambiance enriched by compassionate leadership and heartfelt support. Their guiding ethos—“Creating the Best Day Possible”—resonates through chef-prepared meals, engaging programming, elegant surroundings, and a focus on dignity, safety, and purpose, making each day meaningful and full. To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: Florida Agency of Health Care Administration

"We got Dad settled at Marina Isle Assisted Living. He seems to be very happy on the water there. There was a bit of a complication with all the paperwork. I had to make four different trips back to my dad's primary doctor to get the correct form that they would accept. Even though we have the legal form in this house already that was currently signed by his doctor, they had to have their own unique form. I guess different homes have different requirements, but it would seem that if it's a legal document, it should be accepted everywhere. Having to redo all the documents just on their form was a bit on the frustrating side, but once that was done, the people inside were very caring, the nurses were caring, and they've been taking care of my dad. It's great. Its view is fantastic. The administration was the only frustration, but the care has been fantastic. They're 300 square feet rooms. It's adequate for what he needs. We couldn't fit bigger than a full-size bed, but we have his full-size bed, his two chairs from home, and a small fridge. They have three meals a day, which he doesn't need, but he likes to have snacks and stuff down to the little coffee bar. The bathroom facility has a walk-in shower. He prefers a bath, but for people with mobility issues, I guess that's a good thing. The floor nurses have been fantastic and he's developed a rapport and they're taking care of him. I'm satisfied. The staff is friendly. I had lunch with my dad and he says it's been OK. It's cafeteria food but it's three meals a day that he doesn't have to fix, so I'm super happy about that. It seems to be nutritious. They have the ala carte of hamburgers and sandwiches if you don't want their meal. The flexibility is nice. It's not a five-star restaurant, but it is good food regularly fixed and hot and that's what's important. They have daily activities posted on the elevators on the walls. They have tours. They have a bus that takes them around Sanford at least twice or three times a week, to go out to lunches or dinners or something like that if they want to get out. They have boat rides twice a month because they're on the Marina. That part is super exciting. Even for my dad who doesn't like people necessarily, he is starting to enjoy that. That was a big plus for me getting him into a place where he would have activities. I've seen him greatly improve just by having the social activities, availability, and the flexibility. He can stay in his room and just look out over the water and watch the sailboats go by reading books, which he does a lot. It's a good fit overall. Three meals a day, laundry, linens done, baths three times a week, the view, and the social activities, all that's right at $4000 if you're on the waterfront side. I think that's a good value compared to other places around. It seems worth it for us. It's a good place and I'm happy so far for my dad and he seems to be doing well. There are only 70 residents in this place. I like the smaller feel, plus I like the waterfront aspect, something he can enjoy."

"Bahama Bay Club Luxury Senior Living was a very nice facility. I enjoyed my tour. I know some people who have recently moved in there, and they're happy with it. It's all brand new. They had a library. It seemed like they had everything they needed. The staff was very informative and very pleasant."

"Vitality Living Lake Forest is a beautiful place. It's more updated and shaped like a ship. When you walk in, there are two staircases. The people are good. Cleanness is a five-star. Meals are also included."

"My mother-in-law moved into The Addison of Port Orange. It looks like a five-star hotel. It's very nice, professional, and extremely clean, so I chose them. They offer state-of-the-art care. They have a lot of AI things going on, like modern technologies to help with balance. They have in-house PT and OT. So, that was also very, very good. The food is excellent, too. They have their private chef. Even my mother-in-law with Alzheimer's feels like she's in a fancy restaurant, a very nice place. They have the lowest patient-to-staff ratio, so they have a lot of staff. They are a bit pricey, but you get what you're paying for with them, so that's fine."

"Pendry Estate Assisted Living Facility is a beautiful Spanish style home located on 11 acres, in Lake County, Florida. My mother is a resident at Pendry, and will tell you that she has so much respect for Mel D, the owner of Pendry. My mother is a retired nurse, and former director of nursing and nursing home administrator. Mom is the first to give her unsolicited praise of the kind and compassionate care delivered at Pendry. If you visit before lunch, you will first notice the delicious smells as you enter the front door. You will likely find Mel in the kitchen chopping fresh vegetables, and putting the finishing touches on something mouthwatering simmering on the stove. The home is immaculately kept, and has an open floor plan with Spanish tile floors throughout the common areas. There are eight private bedrooms, each with a large roll-in shower. Most of the rooms overlook a heated pool, just beyond a large wrap-around porch, complete with a built-in brick barbeque. Mel encourages the families and friends of the residents to take full advantage of the amenities Pendry has to offer, including the barbeque and pool. Pendry is truly like a home. Our regular visits have given us numerous opportunity to witness the great care given to all of the residents (anytime of day, any day of the week)!"

"We toured The Gallery at Port Orange. The look was very nice and pleasing, and as we walked through it, it felt very good. The person who took care of us was excellent. The dining area looked very clean, and everything looked very organized, and the food was very good. I liked that there was a swimming pool and a walking path that you could utilize."

"I like everything about Seagrass Village of Port Orange. It was nice. The rooms were nice. We could get three meals a day. Good location. The people were nice and friendly. Everything seemed nice. Nothing wrong with it. Nothing was included in the room though. You have to bring your own stuff. But it would be enough for me. They got the stove, refrigerator, and air conditioning. Just no furniture. The lady who took me around was nice. She knew what she was talking about. She showed everything you need to know and answered all kinds of questions. It was a friendly atmosphere. I saw the menu and what they had looked good. Everything was nice and clean."

"I toured Brookdale Port Orange. I liked the idea that it was new, recently remodeled, and it was all on one floor. The staff was very knowledgeable and appeared friendly. They have some activities that individual residents were involved in. Things that they're planning for senior living, they cover a lot of the bases, especially being able to age in place, because a lot of places don't have that since we have individuals who have more and more health concerns. That's because some of them decide to downsize and move into something like a senior living or assisted living facility. But, to be able to stay in a place where they continue to monitor and maintain things that are necessary for your health, and you will do as you have to to transition into hospice. Everything is there, so it's sorted out in terms of the level of what they have planned. I met the executive director, and sometimes he stayed behind in an office. The building is very clean and well-maintained. Their location was close to a variety of other places, whether it was a Walmart or several other restaurants. The lawn care was nice. I liked the porch and outside that they it covered for residents to be able to sit in, and the place where they have things for individuals to do the gardening."

"Brookdale Lake Mary was great. The people were great. It's a little bit older facility, but it's very personable. The guy who gave me the tour was very friendly. You bring your own appliance though. Meals are included. Everything is included. They have access to food, so why would want to bring your own microwave to the room?"

"We went to tour CountrySide Lakes. I like its cleanliness. I also like the space that they have for activities. If they wanted to walk to a store, it was near, so that they could get out. They had a small walking trail, which was nice. The staff was very pleasant and very informative. There was a large open TV area where they played card games and other activities that they had set up in there. The staff who gave the tour was very nice and pleasant. She answered questions. It's a beautiful place. It's very nice."