HarborChase of Sarasota

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[Name removed] was wonderful and was thorough in her explanation. I found the place to be clean and welcoming. The room I felt while it had a nice layout was a bit dark. Additionally, it was pretty pricey with lots of a la carte. Given I need to leave on the weekend, it sound like a possible place for the future, but a bit further away from some central things - i.e. the mall, restaurants, etc.

Our mother was extremely reluctant to give up her beautiful home and relocate to an Assisted Living facility. The management and staff at Harbor Chase have, from her arrival, been welcoming, kind, engaging, and helpful. As time has passed she has become very comfortable and happy, largely due to an attentive, caring staff, friendly residents, a lovely apartment, a large outdoor courtyard which she frequents several times a day, and an attractive and well run facility. She has found a new home. We are well aware that difficult challenges lie ahead, and hopefully, Harbor Chase can meet her needs for years to come. We have seen a fair amount of turnover, and what appears to be some understaffing, especially in the dining room. We have heard that in the Memory Care unit, understaffing is also an issue but do not have first hand experience with that unit. It is difficult for people to stick with low paying jobs in a competitive labor market. But people must go where they can make the most money and that appears to be a factor in the turnover. The new chef at Harbor Chase has infused the dining room with energy and delicious fare and, we are told, is a delightful personality. We are aware that regulations and rules dictate many policies. Knowing that having a purpose in life is essential to all our well being, we wish the residents had more opportunities to engage in activities that better the lives of both Harbor Chase residents and, indeed, the Sarasota community at large. We, as family members, would be very willing to participate in, and support, such activities. All in all, it has been a very positive move for our mother, and our family, and we are grateful to Harbor Chase. We look forward to continuing to be partners in our mother's care and participating members of the Harbor Chase community. Sincerely, [Name removed] Sarasota, FL [Name removed] Washington, DC [Name removed] San Francisco, Calif.

My uncle has been in memory care since April it was a very difficult decision as I live in another state I feel comfortable as I can under these circumstances I feel the staff have been very supportive and show their concern for his care The only issue I have has been a lack of communication from upper staff but when he was going through a very difficult situation they certainly stepped up and they were right there to bring the situation to an amicable solution on behalf of him