On our first tour my friend felt this was the perfect place for her. The staff is great the activities are fun and the rooms are clean and comfortable. She feels very safe at Solaris.
Solaris Senior Living Merritt Island
Offers Assisted Living
24 Reviews
535 Crockett Blvd., Merritt Island, FL 32953
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(800) 385-2527
Reviews of Solaris Senior Living Merritt Island
Assisted Living Reviews for Solaris Senior Living Merritt Island
April 16, 2022
I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident
September 11, 2021
I visited this facility
We toured Solaris HealthCare Merritt Island and my friend got thoroughly exhausted and has way too much anxiety. It was very stressful. The tour guide that takes you through, as a salesperson, I would love to have hired her, but she just had too much energy and she was a constant talker. That just gave my friend so much anxiety and stress.
The facility was run down and it's very old. It was beautiful when they first had it built, but they have not done anything to update it. And it just looked old. I was not impressed with the dining room at all; it just was all dull and had no appeal.
We saw the people lined up as they were getting ready to have lunch. The people seemed to be very nice and talkative. We enjoyed talking with some of the people there. It just isn't to my friend's taste at all.
June 24, 2021
I visited this facility
We had a great tour at Solaris Senior Living Merritt Island. They were very informative and it's a great facility. I think my wife needs a bit more personal care than what they have, and that's the only hangup we had. She's not very mobile and there'll be a lot of walking at Solaris. It's a great institution, very clean, and well-kept. The atmosphere was very pleasant and the rooms were roomy and clean. We didn't have any meals but the dining area was also very clean and well-kept. They have quite a few different activities going on. They have entertainment that comes in once a week, they have, bingo and different things going on, and group activities like exercise.
June 23, 2021
I visited this facility
Solaris Senior Living Merritt Island was very nice. I like that the staff was very friendly and they told us if we were interested, we could come back for a second visit and have a meal. They showed us all the facilities and the model rooms. We sat down and talked for quite a while about what my friend's needs were. They met all of his needs. He said, "I think I'm going to be happy here after I move in for a while." They showed us a furnished room that was just beautiful, and then an unfurnished one which was smaller. He liked it too. If I was in charge of getting him something or helping him out, we might get something bigger than that.
January 02, 2021
I visited this facility
I had an in-person tour at Solaris Senior Living. It was good. I saw the room; it was nice. The staff was very friendly. We talked about activities. They have bowling. The place looked good. It was nice. It was better than most. I would consider it.
February 11, 2020
I visited this facility
Solaris Senior Living Merritt Island was a pretty nice facility. They've got everything you need. The staff was very informative and explained how everything works, the rooms, the different sizes, accommodations, and the levels of care that they offer. They had libraries, social meetings, and games. They had calendars for the different events they had going on.
July 08, 2019
I visited this facility
I was very impressed with Solaris Senior Living Merritt Island. The staff was very nice and I was impressed with them. The rooms were a little small, but satisfactory. They didn't have a kitchen and the closet was only about five feet. Still, I would definitely like to go there if I could afford it. I consider them topnotch.
July 03, 2019
I visited this facility
I liked Solaris Senior Living because they're under a mile from where I live, so I can see my husband every day. It was very good, the admissions person was excellent, I really liked her, she's helped us get everything in place, and my husband will move in on July 5th. We dined there, we toured all types of rooms, and we got the room we wanted. The food is great, the menus are fine, the dining room is lovely, and the people seemed very happy. There are a lot of veterans there, and it would be of interest to my husband.
January 25, 2019
I visited this facility
The rooms at Solaris Senior Living Merritt Island were smaller and more expensive. The dining area was very nice. The staff was very good. They have three levels.
August 30, 2018
I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident
My husband likes Solaris, the people, surroundings, and the food a lot. He likes everything about it. It works well for him. They have lots of activities. When I've walked in, they're doing things. The place smells good, and the cost is fantastic.
August 13, 2018
I visited this facility
My visit with Solaris Senior Living Merritt Island was very good. We saw all of the facilities, talked to some of the residents, and saw different types of rooms. Most of the rooms were single rooms, but they have everything in one room. There were a couple at the high end that had a separate dining room and kitchen. The staff members all seemed friendly and caring, and everybody smiled and was willing to do anything we needed. We were very satisfied with the food and it's something that would be good to have three times a day. It's much improved compared to what my mother has been having. They have a library, a separate dining room, and a separate parlor with a big TV.
April 14, 2017
I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident
My mother is already in Solaris Senior Living. She has been there not quite 2 weeks, and there are growing pains on both sides, but so far it has been positive. There are minor things such as things she doesn’t like and things she likes, but I am not complaining about that. The place is absolutely very clean, and the food is very good; I have eaten there a couple of times. The level of care that she has is very good, and they are on top of it. I sat down with a lot of caregivers -- I must have met 8 or 10 of them -- and they all appeared very friendly and they all know her by name already. I have met the nurses, and they are all very nice. I have spoken with the manager quite a few times, and she has always been very helpful. I have spoken to the person who takes care of the maintenance because we had some maintenance issues with her apartment, and those were taken care of very quickly. So I really don’t have any complaints.
November 22, 2016
I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident
Over the years it has gone down hill but since the change in management throughout all departments, it has slowly bounced back in the positive light. With the age of the decor and operation of the building it is obvious that upgrades are highly needed. Staff changes happen often in hopes to replace the bad apples (progress is highly noticed). Menus that started this year has however been the worst in the 5 years here, been promised that changes will be coming soon and with the recent changes in the nursing and housekeeping managers. The facility is looking cleaner, my moms room looks good & the nursing staff seems to be a little more detailed in there work.
March 06, 2016
I am a friend or relative of resident
My relative lived at The Place for many years. When she first moved in the food and decor was wonderful, help and other residents were happy and helpful and transportation to appointments and trips to stores were always available. Over the years as she needed more care all of that changed. It was obvious to all that the profit margin was all that mattered and the cut backs in all these areas caused many problems and low morale. There were a few employees that were real gems but they were struggling to make up for the poor quality of new hires. We loved the size and location and were so sad to have to finally move. I only hope the new management will be able to make the place shine once again. The previous management's greed ruined what was once a great place.
June 03, 2015
I visited this facility
We took a tour of this location around easter and was extremely please. It was clean, some decor is a bit out dated for our liking but the residents must take ease to it as its there. The food service was not the world's greatest but pretty good however the food was outstanding and the nursing staff was so friendly. Plus the.location and outside comfort was very nice. Room is a nice size and prices are well worth what you get.
It was the 6th location in the area to look at and is a front runner for when our parents move here in late July from SC.
March 30, 2015
I am a friend or relative of a resident
We liked The Place at Merritt Island, and my mother loved it. She has been there for about a year, and they take care of her. She has a private room, which is nice. The food is good. They got all kinds of activities. I like everything about it, and that's the reason she is there.
April 01, 2014
I am/was a resident of this facility
I've been in The Place for about a year. They keep it clean, and it has a wonderful appearance. The entryway is covered over, so in inclement weather, you are not wet when you get out of your car. I like the food; it's very good, and they have very nice entertainment. Every day, there's entertainment, besides the card games and different games that they play. On special movies, they serve popcorn and sodas in the afternoon. The rooms are about 750 sq.ft. with a large bedroom and a very good size living/dining room. There is an alcove. You could make it into a living room and office. The kitchen is very nice. It's small, but it has a nice refrigerator. It only has a microwave; it doesn't have a stove. The staff is wonderful. The servers at the meals are wonderful; housekeeping is wonderful. I couldn't complain about them.
November 20, 2013
I am a friend or relative of resident
I would not place my loved one in this community. It has gone from one of the most admired communities for seniors to "how much money can the owner pull out of the community". The administrator/director is never there. If you have issues or problems there is no one to go to. When I have seen the administrator, John, he's moved his office so no one can find him. The employees always talk about how he doesn't care about the staff or the residents, only about getting the most money he can put in the bank without providing the best services. This community has really gone downhill since my mom moved in. HORRIBLE!!! When the employees hate working there, you don't want your loved one living there... That's why she is no longer there. Unbelievable what type of senior community this place is. I will never move a loved one into a senior living community when the administrator, the person responsible for ensuring the care of the residents, is never there. BE WARE!!!!
October 30, 2013
I am a friend or relative of a resident
We choose The Place because of the price; location; what it offers; the environment and just a whole list of things. The rooms are very nice and well kept. The people are extremely helpful and caring. I like the overall offer of the place.
August 23, 2013
I am a friend or relative of resident
Disappointed. for a $2.5 million/annual company, the place is grossly understaffed and cannot meet their contractural agreements. At night there are too few assistants and the one nurse is not an RN and is really overwhelmed. Food, try as they may, is not consistent. And a very rude older woman is the admin. manager. Fit for people who don't need nursing help.
April 24, 2013
I am a friend or relative of a resident
My mother is at The Place at Merritt Island. The food is institutional. The food portions sometimes are small or big. The caregivers there aren't so good as far as the CNAs. The facility has a lot of people to take care of but they have limited staff. When you call, it takes time to get help. The staff is sometimes tired out. Some of them are very attentive and some really act like they don't care. The food and care are not consistent.
I think that the outside of the facility needs painting and they can use some new furniture. I assume funds are limited and they have a reasonable pricing but it would be good if they could get better maintenance done. Also, the kitchen and dining rooms are fine but my mother has difficulty moving and getting up. If only the chairs had rollers so she could easily pull or push herself in and out. It's tough because my mother can't move out of a chair without assistance.
February 12, 2013
I visited this facility
I visited this community and have place my mother there it s very claen has a wounderful staff and the food i great.I would like to recommend this faculity to anyone who wants to place a parent in assisted living
April 28, 2012
I visited this facility
The assisted living building was kept very clean and tidy, however there were some rooms closed off for repairs. It seemed like they had a different repair company every few weeks and very little was getting done. Some of the senior staff were rather rude going about their job around us, but seemed nice to the residents which I feel made up for their behavior. The workers were good at keeping up with taking care of all of the residents. Each room is designed very nicely and it looked like there was not a lot that residents could get hurt by. The food was not very good at this assisted living place, which I feel would make the residents' stay not as enjoyable. There were many residents whom do not get visitors often. I feel that if workers stopped by their rooms to talk with them more often they would be happier living there.
June 23, 2011
I visited this facility
When I visited The Place at Merritt Island it was very clean and everything was well-presented. The staff were knowledgable and compassionate - they really seem to love what they do and who they do it for. In fact, used to visit this facility as a child to keep the residents company for a couple hours a week, as part of a program at the nearby Catholic school that I attended; regrettably I had to return many years later when a relative could no longer manage to live independently. Nevertheless, with the help of the excellent and capable staff, her transition went smoothy and without a hitch, and she really seems to enjoy herself. The staff always puts together a full calendar of events so she's always busy with something! I've only been around for mealtime once, so I say this with limited experience, but the food is pretty good! My only complaint is that the apartments seem rather small; don't be fooled by the brochure describing them as "spacious". Still, for one person, the size isn't too bad. Overall I would recommend The Place at Merritt Island for those looking for assisted living security without the assisted living feel.
Costs for Solaris Senior Living Merritt Island
Services and Amenities of Solaris Senior Living Merritt Island
Room and housing options
- 1-bedroom apartments
- Studio Apartments
Dining options
- Dining Room Shared Meals
Cleaning services
- Laundry For Linens
Health services
- Skilled Nursing
- Medication Management
- Physical Therapy
- Nurse On Staff: Yes
Languages
- English
General
- Resident Capacity: 95
Range of services
- Physical Therapy
Licenses
- State Licenses: 8975
Costs
About Solaris Senior Living Merritt Island
Solaris Senior Living Merritt Island is Assisted Living is designed for those who wish to enjoy an active, healthful retirement with the security of knowing that help is at your fingertips if it is needed. Solaris Senior Living Merritt Island features 85 Assisted Living Apartments licensed nurses and resident assistants available 24 hours a day. Through our dynamic Life Enrichment Programs, our open, spacious floor plans, numerous amenities, and delectable dining services we strive to bring you the best-assisted living has to offer.
Solaris Senior Living facilities are designed for those who wish to enjoy an active, healthful retirement with the security of knowing that help is at your fingertips if it is needed. An abundance of services is available to provide comfort, convenience, quality care, and enhanced safety to our Assisted Living residents. We provide exceptional care in many forms. Our residents no longer have to worry about the hassles of cooking and cleaning. There are a weekly housecleaning and daily linen service available to all residents. We have on-call assistance as needed with daily living activities. Our fees also cover all utility costs including local phone service.
Enjoy three delicious meals every day, along with an exquisite Sunday brunch, served restaurant style and prepared by our talented chef and cooks. With a hint of luxury, we stop at nothing to make your experience warm and inviting, from our homelike exterior architecture to our comfortable community areas and restaurant-style dining atmosphere.
For your health and medical needs, we offer three levels of care. If your health changes, we will adjust our care to accommodate your specific needs. We staff licensed nursing care onsite 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. We offer health and wellness assessments as well as any assistance you may need with daily living activities.
Our mission is to help older adults live longer, healthier, and happier in a community where independence is encouraged; where social, mental, and physical wellness is promoted and in turn, joy is created.
Thank you for your interest in Solaris Senior Living Merritt Island. Please give us a call to schedule a free tour.
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