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The Marion and Bernard L. Samson Nursing Center

4.6 (201 reviews)

St. Petersburg, FL

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The Marion and Bernard L. Samson Nursing Center in Saint Petersburg, Florida, is a skilled nursing center operated as a service of Menorah Life, a nonprofit senior healthcare organization. Menorah Life describes Samson as serving residents with chronic and complex medical needs through person-centered care. Listed services include therapeutic programs, long-term care and memory care, placing nursing and health-related support at the center’s core. Menorah Life says its skilled nursing work is guided by Jewish traditions and values of dignity, respect, kindness and compassion, while serving people of all faiths and ethnicities.

Care options include short-term recovery and long-term residential care, with 24-hour skilled nursing also listed. A directory reports 180 certified beds and identifies the center as neither part of a hospital nor located within a continuing care retirement community. The bed total is not broken out by care type in the available listing. The descriptions do not specify room layouts, whether accommodations are private or shared, or how long short-term stays typically last.

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Post-acute rehabilitation services listed include physical, occupational and speech therapy. Other named services are chronic disease management, wound care, medication administration and social services. The mix covers rehabilitation alongside support for ongoing health conditions, wound treatment, medications and social needs. The source descriptions do not give therapy schedules or explain whether each service is part of every resident’s plan, so the list should be understood as offerings for the center rather than a uniform regimen.

Memory care is among the center’s listed services, alongside long-term nursing care and therapeutic programs. The available descriptions do not outline memory-care routines or activities, and they provide no details about rooms, dining or resident amenities. Directory information reports participation in both Medicare and Medicaid, plus a resident council and a family council. It also reports an automatic sprinkler system in every area where one is required.

The center is in west St. Petersburg. Palms of Pasadena Hospital is identified as a nearby medical facility; Bayfront Health St. Petersburg and St. Anthony’s Hospital are also named among hospitals in the wider area. These are regional locations rather than documented medical affiliations: the available information does not explain referrals, care-transition arrangements or transportation between the center and hospitals.

Tyrone Square Mall and the 54th Avenue N corridor are listed as nearby shopping and dining areas. Bear Creek Preserve is a nearby green space, while St. Pete Beach and Treasure Island are within driving distance. These landmarks place the center in relation to commercial destinations and outdoor areas, but the information does not indicate that transportation or outings to them are included in its services.

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Key amenities

Dining

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Fitness & wellness

Fitness programs

Housekeeping

Housekeeping and linen services

Transportation

Community operated transportation

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Staff & support

12-16 hour nursing

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  • 12-16 hour nursing
  • 24-hour call system
  • 24-hour supervision
  • Activities of daily living assistance
  • Air-conditioning
  • Assistance with bathing
  • Assistance with dressing
  • Assistance with transfers
  • Beauty salon
  • Cable
  • Community operated transportation
  • Community-sponsored activities
  • Computer center
  • Concierge services
  • Diabetes diet
  • Dining room
  • Fitness programs
  • Fitness room
  • Fully furnished
  • Gaming room
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping and linen services
  • Kitchenettes
  • Meal preparation and service
  • Medication management
  • Mental wellness program
  • Move-in coordination
  • Outdoor space
  • Planned day trips
  • Private bathrooms
  • Resident-run activities
  • Restaurant-style dining
  • Scheduled daily activities
  • Small library
  • Special dietary restrictions
  • Telephone
  • Transportation arrangement
  • Transportation arrangement (non-medical)
  • Wellness center
  • Wifi

Care options available

Assisted Living

Support with everyday routines and personal care in a community setting.

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Memory Care

Specialized support for people living with Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia.

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Skilled Nursing

Nursing and rehabilitation services for people who need a higher level of care.

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Board and Care

Residential care with help for daily living and personal routines.

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“I'd like to send a great big Thank you to Jacinth and Luis!!!! They provided excellent care to my cousin Denise! They were very professional and caring despite what had to be accomplished. They entered the room with smiles and were very concerned on how they managed her care. I'm so happy they are apart of her care team!!…”
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4.6 · 201 reviews

I'd like to send a great big Thank you to Jacinth and Luis!!!! They provided excellent care to my cousin Denise! They were very professional and caring despite what had to be accomplished. They entered the room with smiles and were very concerned on how they managed her care. I'm so happy they are apart of her care team!! Marilyn Moore

The team at Menorah Life go above and beyond every single day. From the nurses to the aides, every staff member treats residents with genuine kindness, patience, and dignity. Highly recommend to any family looking for a place where their loved one will truly be looked after.

Our family has had a wonderful experience with Menorah Life in St. Petersburg. The staff has always been accommodating, compassionate, and attentive to the needs of our loved one. It gives us great peace of mind knowing that they genuinely care and go the extra mile to ensure residents are comfortable, safe, and well cared for. The team is responsive, professional, and always willing to help whenever questions or concerns arise. We are grateful for the kindness and dedication they show every day. We highly recommend Menorah Life to anyone looking for quality care and a supportive environment…

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Our family has had a wonderful experience with Menorah Life in St. Petersburg. The staff has always been accommodating, compassionate, and attentive to the needs of our loved one. It gives us great peace of mind knowing that they genuinely care and go the extra mile to ensure residents are comfortable, safe, and well cared for. The team is responsive, professional, and always willing to help whenever questions or concerns arise. We are grateful for the kindness and dedication they show every day. We highly recommend Menorah Life to anyone looking for quality care and a supportive environment for their loved ones.

More recent reviews

My mom broke her hip and spent a month recovering at Menorah. She had the most wonderful nurses and staff taking great care of her. Nurses Teresa and Carrie were so attentive, as was Toniann and Sofia. Daniel Gomez Cota went the extra mile in rehabilitating her back to health.

We had a wonderful experience working with Jennifer in Admissions. From our very first conversation, she was kind, knowledgeable, and incredibly patient. Navigating the process of finding the right care for a loved one can be overwhelming, but Jennifer made everything clear and manageable. She took the time to answer all of our questions, explained each step thoroughly, and followed up promptly whenever we needed additional information. Most importantly, she showed genuine compassion and understanding during what was an emotional time for our family. Jennifer truly went above and beyond to make the transition as smooth as possible. We are so grateful for her support and highly recommend working with her if you are considering this facility.

Each and every one in OT/PT are exemplary. The atmosphere is kindness and seriousness. I will always adore them. Anne-Marie Stephenson.

Just wanted to express my sincere appreciation in writing to the admisssion team at Menorah Life. They were extremely helpful working with me through the entire move in process for my wife.

Thank you Menorah Life for the wonderful experience that you gave my mother while she was here. The staff is compassionate, attentive, and truly dedicated to providing quality care. The staff treats everyone with respect and kindness. The facility is clean, well organized, and welcoming I am very grateful for the support and professionalism of the entire Menorah Life team and highly recommend them.

What families highlight

  • Compassionate and attentive nursing and caregiving staff
  • Skilled physical and occupational therapy programs
  • Clean, well‑maintained facility and rooms
  • Responsive and supportive admissions and social‑services coordination
  • Varied and accommodating dining options, including kosher meals

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Location & neighborhood

255 59th St N, Saint Petersburg, FL 33710
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