Sunnyside Village

After three weeks of acute rehab at SMH my mom had to be placed in a rehab center with skilled nursing care. Sunnyside Village was recommended to us by a physical therapist. I contacted Sunnyside for a last minute tour at the end of the day for a quick tour. The receptionist was skeptical if a last minute tour could happen at 4:45 pm but she asked and we were introduced to Judy the head RN at the facility who was very accommodating and helpful with a full tour of the facility. My first impressions were great, Sunnyside Rehab looked clean, well organized, every staff member we encountered from housekeeping, CNA's, Dietitian, everyone was friendly. The environment is quiet, open and with well lit TV sitting areas, jigsaw puzzle tables, it is a pleasant environment for family members to visit and spend time when your loved one is going through rehab or long term skilled nursing care. The care for my mom was outstanding. The CNA's were friendly, attentive and caring. The RN's were great at making sure medications were administered and any wound care taken care of promptly. The dietitian made sure meals had the nutrition needed to maintain my Mom's progress in rehab. "Family meals" could be purchased at very reasonable prices so you can eat with your family member. As a family we were inside Sunnyside every day for 5 weeks and at least 10 hours per day to help monitor our mom's progress. We were paying attention to what goes on inside Sunnyside and I can tell you I only saw loving care throughout. My mom is 88 years old and can be a bit spicy at times, she also had a lot going on medically that made her a challenging patient. The staff handled her gently and used multiple strategies to motivate mom to do what needed to be done for her care. With very few exceptions the staff was exceptional. I would like to specifically thank CNA's Jullianna and Sabrina, in housekeeping Princess, in Social Services Jodie and Ann, the dietitian manager Ann. There are many others I to thank including the Therapy staff, they are all wonderful. It was a difficult time for my 90 year old dad, my sister and I. Sunnyside made it easier for us and worked with us to achieve the best results possible for my mom's rehab care. Did everything go as planned, no. Did we have disappointments along the way, yes. But when looking at the whole experience, I couldn't imagine having mom anywhere else, I enjoyed going to Sunnyside to see mom largely because the environment was so welcoming and loving in the face of a extremely difficult challenge in getting mom back on her feet.

Amazing place! We cannot say enough good things about their skilled rehab. If it wasn't for this place our dear mom would not still be here. They got her back to eating and drinking regular food and drink from being told by the hospital she was going to need a peg tube. From dining, nursing, medical reception, transportation, rehab, facilities and social services, they are top notch! They truly care and strive to do their best and stand by their mission. We will always be very grateful and cannot thank enough. The Czapski Family.

Great place for my mom who’s been here 10 years. These people truly care about the residents. Can’t say enough nice things.

My mom spent the last 3 months of her life here. I can't say enough about the caring and compassionate staff that provided her care. Being out of state, I could rest at ease knowing she was being provided the best care. When in town, I had the opportunity to meet some of the staff, Bethany, Sasha, and AJ. I want to thank them and all the staff. God bless you all.

Wonderful assisted living facility on the campus of Sunnyside Village. Kind, helpful staff, various size rooms, plenty of activities - including an ice cream social every week day. Plus access to the lovely grounds and lake. Conveniently located close to Sarasota and I75. A Christian community but welcoming of all good people. Consistently voted Best of Sarasota.