The Abigail by Sweetwater Manor

This place, this incredible HOME, is by far the best kept secret in the Tampa Bay area. My only regret is that we didn’t find it sooner. From the moment we spoke with Manuel and his son Austin, I knew this would be a completely different experience from my mother’s previous ALF, and I was right! Beautiful home, home cooked meals, cozy private rooms and an incredibly caring and attentive staff. My mother’s time there was short, unfortunately, but she was treated as if she was the mother of every staff member there! Walking into the Abigail, I was again and again amazed to see each and every single person being cared for and attended to for their specific individual needs. Austin and his staff are very professional, skilled and genuinely compassionate. During one of the most difficult periods of our lives, Austin and his staff provided not only outstanding care for my mother, but also tremendous support for my family. We are forever grateful! You get what you pay for and the Abigail is worth every penny! Margie Luciene

A Transformative Experience at The Abigail Assisted Living After a distressing and unacceptable experience at Hudson Manor on Davis Island, where my mother suffered neglect and abuse, moving her to The Abigail has been a life-changing decision. At Hudson Manor, my mother was not only deprived of proper care—she was never bathed, fed poor-quality "prison-like" food, and subjected to overmedication that kept her chemically restrained and bedridden. It became clear that this was done to make her easier to manage, rather than to care for her properly. The final straw was when I witnessed a staff member striking her in the face. The staff lacked proper qualifications, with many seemingly hired without the necessary licenses or training. Since transferring to The Abigail, my mother has truly thrived. She now receives nutritious meals, is bathed regularly, and benefits from both speech and physical therapy. The staff at The Abigail go above and beyond, lovingly attending to her needs and even enjoying helping her look her best. Most importantly, my mother is no longer bedridden—she's engaged, active, and has a genuine smile on her face when I visit. The Abigail Assisted Living has truly set a new standard for her well-being, and I couldn't be more grateful for the compassionate, professional team that has brought joy back to her life. I've attached images to show the stark contrast between her condition at Hudson Manor on Davis Island and how wonderfully she is cared for at The Abigail in Hyde Park Tampa. Thank you Manuel and Karen. Their facility has high stands and treats your loved ones like it was their mother or father.