Pricing ranges from
    $4,343 – 5,645/month

    Aventine at Daytona Beach

    900 LPGA Blvd, Daytona Beach, FL, 32117
    4.2 · 27 reviews
    • Independent living
    • Assisted living
    • Skilled nursing
    AnonymousLoved one of resident
    3.0

    Good value but inconsistent care

    I moved my mother here and my overall impression is mixed. The staff can be warm and helpful, the apartments are large and attractive, the grounds and activities are excellent, and the price is easily the best in the area. That said, staffing is inconsistent (slow nurse/alert responses), maintenance and cleanliness problems crop up unless you push, food and service quality vary, and there are annoying extra fees. If you want space, activities and low cost and are willing to advocate, it's a good value; if you need dependable higher-level care, look elsewhere.

    Pricing

    $4,343+/moSemi-privateAssisted Living
    $5,211+/mo1 BedroomAssisted Living
    $5,645+/moStudioAssisted Living

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    4.19 · 27 reviews

    Overall rating

    1. 5
    2. 4
    3. 3
    4. 2
    5. 1
    • Care

      3.3
    • Staff

      4.1
    • Meals

      3.8
    • Amenities

      3.9
    • Value

      3.1

    Pros

    • Many staff described as friendly and accommodating
    • Helpful, compassionate, and caring individual staff/management reported
    • Good value / lower cost compared with other area facilities
    • Some reports of excellent, attentive nursing and 24-hour care
    • Spotless facility and well-maintained apartments reported by some
    • Spacious, apartment-like units with full kitchens and ample storage
    • Two-bedroom / two-bathroom units available in some reports
    • Modernized interior in some sections
    • Plentiful activities (bingo, daily activities, exercise, entertainment)
    • On-site amenities (pool, shuffleboard, pool table, reading room)
    • Outdoor spaces, lakes, pleasant walkways and grounds
    • Restaurant-like dining and very good / plentiful food reported by many
    • Attentive dining staff and multiple menu choices in some reports
    • Transportation provided for errands and doctor visits
    • Laundry and continuous apartment cleaning reported in some reviews
    • Smooth transitions between care levels and dementia-aware care in some reports
    • Gated community and safe environment noted by several reviewers
    • Pets allowed in some areas
    • On-site services (bank, beauty parlor, religious services)
    • Helpful admissions process and strong communication from some managers
    • Accessible, large rooms and good parking
    • Heated pool and exercise machines available
    • Active social calendar and opportunities for games and clubs
    • Some reviewers describe outstanding staff and management commitment
    • Quiet, peaceful, well-maintained outdoor appearance

    Cons

    • Inconsistent staff quality and high turnover
    • Reports of staff shortages, cuts, and difficulty finding staff
    • Some staff perceived as rude, disengaged, or 'here for a paycheck'
    • Delayed responses to alarms and calls for help (reports of 20-minute waits)
    • Nursing care problems in some units (oxygen not returned, long waits)
    • Housekeeping and cleanliness problems in parts of the facility
    • Sticky floors, dirty bathrooms, worn/dirty carpets in some areas
    • Maintenance issues (peeling paint, needed repairs not addressed promptly)
    • Items missing or loss of personal/silverware items reported
    • Allegations of staff misconduct (yard-sale donations misuse)
    • Security concerns and lack of consistent security reported
    • Food quality inconsistent (some report bland or barely warm meals)
    • Nickel-and-diming and extra long-distance or hidden charges
    • Limited towels and supplies unless specifically requested
    • Toilet paper and basic supplies sometimes require asking
    • Promised renovations not completed in some cases
    • Dated decor and depressing dining rooms reported in parts
    • Mixed levels of care on same floors (memory care merged with assisted living)
    • Reevaluation policies that can increase fees reported
    • Some units described as semi-private or having roommate arrangements
    • Many apartments reportedly empty / facility repurposing under new owners
    • Activity offerings limited in some units (only bingo and puzzles)
    • Location undesirable relative to cost for some residents
    • Fire and safety violations were noted historically (allegedly corrected)
    • Families report poor communication from staff/management at times

    Summary review

    The reviews present a mixed but detailed portrait of Aventine at Daytona Beach, with a strong split between highly positive experiences—especially for independent-living residents and certain recently renovated or well-managed sections—and notable negative reports that cluster around assisted-living and memory-care services, staffing consistency, cleanliness, and maintenance. Across the dataset, common strengths include friendly, caring front-line staff in many accounts; spacious, apartment-style units with full kitchens in several buildings; good outdoor amenities with lakes and walkways; and an active social calendar for independent residents. Multiple reviewers praised the facility for being good value or cheaper than many local alternatives, and many accounts highlight restaurant-like dining, attentive dining staff, and a variety of recreational amenities (pool, shuffleboard, pool table, exercise machines, bingo, and special events). Several reviews also single out particular managers or admissions staff as compassionate, communicative, and helpful during move-in.

    However, there are recurring and serious concerns that temper those positives. A consistent theme is variability by unit and by time: while some parts of the campus are described as spotless and modernized, other areas are described as dated, with worn carpets, peeling paint, dirty bathrooms, sticky floors, and housekeeping that can be severely lacking. Maintenance problems are repeatedly mentioned as not being fixed unless specifically requested. Staffing is another major divide: many reviewers praise caring and attentive staff, but an equal number report high turnover, staff shortages, staff who appear disengaged or primarily ‘‘there for a paycheck,’’ frequent phone or smoke breaks during shifts, and instances of staff misconduct (including alleged misuse of donations). Critical safety and care delivery concerns include delayed response times to alarms (one report cited a 20-minute alarm response), long waits for nursing help, oxygen equipment not being returned, and occasional rudeness from nursing staff. There are also reports of lost items and lapses in security.

    Dining and housekeeping impressions are sharply polarized. Several reviews describe outstanding, plentiful food with two menu choices and restaurant-like service, while others report barely warm, bland meals—especially in certain care units—and limited linens/towels unless requested. Housekeeping standards appear inconsistent: while some residents report weekly laundry and continuous apartment cleaning, others note needing to ask for basic supplies like toilet paper and complain of generally poor housekeeping in communal areas. Management changes are mentioned in multiple summaries: new owners, staff cuts, empty apartments, and some repurposing of buildings have produced uncertainty and declining services for some families. Reviewers also described changes such as the merging of memory care into assisted living, which created dissatisfaction for some families concerned about mixed populations and limited activities (reports of activity offerings reduced to bingo and puzzles in some units).

    Patterns point to a facility that can be an excellent choice for independent residents seeking space, social activities, and good grounds at a lower price point, provided they are in the well-maintained sections of the campus. Conversely, families seeking reliable assisted-living or memory-care services should exercise caution: the reviews suggest inconsistent clinical care, variable staffing and responsiveness, and uneven cleanliness and maintenance. Prospective residents and families would be wise to tour the specific building/unit they would occupy (not just a model apartment), ask detailed questions about staff-to-resident ratios and turnaround for maintenance requests, confirm housekeeping and laundry schedules, review the dining program for the exact care level they need, inquire about security procedures and any past violations, and get written clarification on fees and reevaluation policies that may affect costs. The overall takeaway is that Aventine at Daytona Beach shows strong positives in amenities, value, and some outstanding staff and units—but also has recurring operational and care-quality concerns that make thorough, unit-specific due diligence essential before deciding.

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    About Aventine at Daytona Beach

    Aventine at Daytona Beach sits in Holly Hill, Florida, in the 32117 zip code, and gives seniors different ways to live, with independent living and memory care services for those needing extra help like Alzheimer's or dementia support, and what you'll notice when you walk the grounds is it's a quiet place with big, pretty trees, a lakeshore gazebo, and views where you sometimes spot turtles and birds. Apartment units come in different layouts, with one, two, or three bedrooms, between 760 and 1,200 square feet, and each has either one or two bathrooms, smoke detectors, and their own temperature controls, and you get a fully equipped kitchen, living room, dining room, plus separate storage space, and they do allow pets. There's garage parking, covered parking, and even special garage spots, and you'll find community spaces like a pool, fitness center, and rooms to meet neighbors, along with outdoor spots and privately landscaped grounds for walks or sitting.

    Meals are available that meet different needs, like no sugar, kosher, and pureed meals, and room service is an option, so residents don't have to always eat in the dining room, and help with healthcare needs covers medication management, diabetic care, incontinence care, high-acuity needs, and even non-ambulatory care for those who need it, plus there is staff and ancillary support around. Aventine at Daytona Beach works with CORT, so if you want, you can use their Move In Ready package to get furniture and furnishings set up when you arrive, which can make moving and getting settled easier, and Flex offers payment options that help with budgeting. The facility provides general security, smoke detectors, and fire sprinklers, and it's maintenance-free living inside and out, so folks don't have to worry about repairs. The location has a walk score of 57 and a transit score of 22, with bus access and nearby grocery and drugstores, and there are local schools like Holly Hill School and Mainland High School close by.

    Aventine at Daytona Beach earned the Best of Senior Living recognition, which shows the place has a good reputation for care and support but, just like with any community, it helps to visit and see what feels right in person. The focus is on helping residents keep up an active, social lifestyle and get care matched to what they need, whether independent or with memory care, and the mix of on-site services, furniture packages, and flexible layouts means families can look at what fits them best.

    About Pacifica Senior Living

    Aventine at Daytona Beach is managed by Pacifica Senior Living.

    Pacifica Senior Living, a division of Pacifica Companies (family-owned since 1978), was founded in 2008 and is headquartered in San Diego, California. Operating over 90 communities across 13-14 states with concentrations in California, Florida, and Arizona, Pacifica has grown to become the 13th largest overall senior care provider in the United States. The company ranks as the 5th largest memory care provider, 10th largest assisted living provider, and 21st largest independent living provider nationally, serving thousands of residents from coast to coast through their comprehensive care offerings.

    Pacifica's mission centers on creating a lifestyle of independence, security, and peace of mind for each individual and their family. The company provides personalized, compassionate care services through their signature Heartland™ Assisted Living and Legacies™ Memory Care programs, which focus on the individual while offering customized care plans that respect each resident's needs, preferences, and privacy. Their philosophy emphasizes striking a balance between assistance and independence, providing dignified and compassionate retirement experiences in environments that feel like home. Each community is managed individually, allowing for tailored support of unique resident profiles and communal character, with everything from scheduling to dining menus designed around residents' preferences.

    The company's specialized memory care programs demonstrate their expertise in dementia care. Their Legacies™ Memory Care program helps patients with Alzheimer's disease and other forms of memory loss feel safe and secure while providing memory-boosting activities. The innovative Amara Memory Support program creates welcoming and empowering environments that celebrate the essence of people rather than focusing on their diagnosis. Programming encompasses nine Focus Elements of Life: Recreation, Service, Spirituality, Movement, Sensory, Household Connection, Community, Exploration, and Creative Arts, delivered through stimulating activities including gardening, culinary adventures, musical experiences, creative artistic outlets, and mindfulness practices.

    Pacifica offers a comprehensive continuum of care including independent living, assisted living, memory care, respite care, skilled nursing, and adult day care services. All communities focus on promoting well-being by meeting care needs while facilitating social interactions, activities, and wellness programs. Despite recent financial challenges leading to the bankruptcy of one management entity affecting approximately 20 California facilities, the majority of Pacifica's nearly 100 communities continue operating, maintaining their commitment to advancing senior living and providing peace of mind to residents and families through warm, family-like communities where each resident receives individualized attention while maintaining dignity and independence.

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