Manatee Springs Rehabilitation and Nursing Center

When I chose this facility, I had concerns. It is an older building in a questionable area. From the moment I entered, the treatment was amazing. I was placed on the 2nd floor, near the rehab gym. This facility is clean. The staff members are wonderful. They truly do care. Some of the food was lousy, and they often brought items I said I dont eat. However, a good deal of it was good. I was never hungry. Outside meal delivery took care of that. My love and prayers go to everyone there. When I improve, I'll visit them.

During Hurricane Milton my mom was nervous, I was happy to hear how the Maintenance guy Don assured her he was taking care of as many comforts as possible. Working hard to find equipment to keep the building running that he would worked endlessly to make sure she was OK. She felt better knowing Don and Jim worked during and after the storm. So Thank You for ensuring her safety ❤️

I have been visiting my stroke victim friend for 5 weeks now, I don't know all the staff names yet but I tried to learn the most impressive ones. Head floor nurse Branda, room nurse Jordan, physical therapy staff, one and all. They all have a very hard job and do a very good job. Thanks 👍

I was a rehab patient from open heart surgery, remaining for 10 days until I made the decision that it was time for me to go home.. The entire rehab department staff was extremely supportive and caring, courteous and a joy to work with. Thank you to them!. Yes, there are numerous positive reviews for the facility, but those reviews are coming from people that are not staying at this facility 24 hours a day. The only way to truly experience what the facility does to patients is by Staying there 24 hours a day, it makes a world of difference on what really transpires inside the walls and hallways of Manatee Springs. I thank the good Lord that I have excellent cognitive ability, as numerous patients do not, therefore, they do not realize how they are not being cared for properly. I have so many stories to express, but this will make my review extremely long. Important to note, I would never send anyone to Manatee Springs that you care about or love. I was in shock the way some of the CNA‘s treated me, but there were two CNA‘s that were excellent and several nurses that were caring and supportive. I was as nice as I could be to them, but one of them actually hurt me trying to get me back in bed and then complained it hurt her back. Did she not realize I just had major heart surgery? She didn’t care and was very rude and nasty about the entire incident. That’s not what I would expect from any caregiver. There were several days that I was actually in tears and notified my family of the mistreatment I was experiencing. I did notify the higher staff members who took reports and action, but After three reports, I told them the next one was going to be turned over to the state of Florida for investigation. As far as the facility cleanliness goes, I had dust bunnies on my ceiling, The rolling tray table was dirty and rusty, Walls and doorways all need to be repainted rooms need complete deep cleanings. The smell was overwhelming in the room and the bathroom, even though I was never asked if I wanted to take a shower, I would not because of the unsanitary conditions that the shower appeared to have mold smell in the bathroom would make me sick to breathe when I had to go in there. We had requested that the air filters be changed in the room because of the extreme musty odor which was causing me to continually cough, and they did comply. The first night was a nightmare, they didn’t have a walker or wheelchair for me so I was unable to get out of bed to use the bathroom, they do not use catheters or a PureWik, so, you can imagine! I was supposed to be on the low sodium heart healthy diet, however, the food that they brought to me I would or could not eat. I guess they believe that sausage and biscuits is a healthy diet for a heart patient. My family ended up bringing me, protein shakes, and bottled water. By the way, bottled water is not given, you must drink faucet water, which had an awful taste to it. All in all, I would rate this facility with a zero star if I could. I believe the State of Florida needs to do an unannounced inspection at various times of the day including evening/night, but not on dayshift as those workers were more concerned than the evening/night shift was. I even had a visit from a dog that was brought into my room by a nurse at night. And it was not even a service dog, it was her dog that she brought to work. The dog did try to lick my open wounds on my leg from the surgery. How can this type of incident even happen? This is why I say people who come to visit do not see everything that goes on at various times of the day and night. Of course staff is going to be friendly to visitors because they want to give a good impression of the place so it doesn’t get closed down. I made the decision to leave the facility because I felt I was not getting better with the mold/musty situation causing me to cough. I came in there with no cough or sores and ended up with a cough and sores. The only thing that kept me there for my 10 days was the awesome rehabilitation staff. Kudos to them. Best of Luck

The place is disgusting and unsanitary. My mom’s shower didn’t work so they never cleaned her. She had no walker and rarely went to PT or OT. We pulled her out after about a week because we feared for her safety and her ability to improve. If you have a choice please do not choose this place for yourself or loved one. The only positive I can report is the staff did what they could to support my mom.

Very devoted, loving, personal, caring, professional staffed employees..working 24/7 caring for and tending to every need of every loved one that is living there...I visited my Momma there every shift, meeting with doctors, nurses, staff, seeing how my Momma reacted, and how each one was invested invested in getting to understand her, take care of her personally, and work with her as a unique person, and it really touched me how well they do know every one living there..They keep the same staff with each one, to avoid upsetting them, and keep them comfortable with the same care, same ones caring for them...and they really keep a close eye on them..it was very comforting to me for my Momma. My neice and my Son visited her and witnessed this as well, and saw how comfortable she was with her care, and she called it home, and her space her house..and very much was grateful for the nurses help and care. I cannot thank the staff enough for all they do, with all my heart. The walls, building may not look fancy, but thats not what matters to our loved ones, or should matter...its what is going on inside..its the care..the love that is given and trusted...the security and peace of mind that they have attained in the rhymn of their routine that they can count on in how things are done, and trust in their great care 24/7...it is a blessing. God bless everyone there.

Just walking through the front door, it has a friendly atmosphere. The attendants there are helpful in assisting you. I was visiting a relative, and easily found her room, which was nice and also clean. I wouldn't hesitate to stay here if I needed rehabilitation services.

Manatee Springs is a wonderful facility. They are very clean and very professional and have provided wonderful care for my lifelong friend who I am Power of Attorney for. My friend has had the best of care from a staff who is very attentive to her needs, and her health has remained very stable and she has even shown signs of improvement. I have nothing but praises for Manatee Springs! Don't let these negative reviews fool you. I have had nothing but a great experience with a facility who provides great care and are wonderful! My dear friend who was there for over 2 years just passed away last week. All of the staff made it so obvious that she was very loved and was given the best of care. She was so comfortable and I know she felt truly loved and cared for. Thank you from the bottom of my heart, especially to Christopher her nurse, John Owens, the front desk receptionists, and everyone else who made her feel so loved and cared for. The compassion and comfort provided to her family and me was just unbelievable. Thank you to all you Angels on earth.