Alliance Health And Rehabilitation Center

    130 West Armstrong Avenue, Deland, FL, 32720
    4.2 · 5 reviews
    • Independent living
    • Assisted living
    • Memory care
    • Skilled nursing
    AnonymousCurrent/former resident
    5.0

    Warm well-kept senior community recommended

    I live at the Good Samaritan Christian senior community and I'm very happy. It's a beautiful, well-kept facility (new carpet/paint) with apartments and little homes, private kitchens/baths, flexible meals, weekly trips to Publix/Walmart, church services, and honest, caring staff who give me peace of mind and accelerated care when needed (doctor visits $10). It's pricier and a bit more motel-like than tiny-home options, but the atmosphere is warm and I highly recommend it.

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    Amenities

    Healthcare services

    • Activities of daily living assistance
    • Assistance with bathing
    • Assistance with dressing
    • Assistance with transfers
    • Medication management
    • Mental wellness program

    Healthcare staffing

    • 12-16 hour nursing
    • 24-hour call system
    • 24-hour supervision

    Meals and dining

    • Diabetes diet
    • Meal preparation and service
    • Restaurant-style dining
    • Special dietary restrictions

    Room

    • Air-conditioning
    • Cable
    • Fully furnished
    • Housekeeping and linen services
    • Kitchenettes
    • Private bathrooms
    • Telephone
    • Wifi

    Transportation

    • Community operated transportation
    • Transportation arrangement
    • Transportation arrangement (non-medical)

    Common areas

    • Beauty salon
    • Computer center
    • Dining room
    • Fitness room
    • Gaming room
    • Garden
    • Outdoor space
    • Small library
    • Wellness center

    Community services

    • Concierge services
    • Fitness programs
    • Move-in coordination

    Activities

    • Community-sponsored activities
    • Planned day trips
    • Resident-run activities
    • Scheduled daily activities

    4.20 · 5 reviews

    Overall rating

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

      5.0
    • Staff

      5.0
    • Meals

      5.0
    • Amenities

      3.7
    • Value

      3.0

    Pros

    • Caring, friendly, and helpful staff
    • Honest and well-organized management
    • Strong Christian fellowship and regular church services
    • Multiple living options (apartments and small homes)
    • Private apartments with bathroom and kitchen
    • Well-maintained facility (new carpeting, fresh paint)
    • Pleasant outdoor seating (rocking chairs)
    • Flexible meal options and praised food quality
    • Reasonable doctor visit charge ($10)
    • Weekly shopping trips to Publix and Walmart
    • Accelerated/attentive care when needed
    • Peace of mind for residents and families
    • Good Samaritan affiliation and ministry focus
    • Residents and staff report a happy, positive atmosphere

    Cons

    • Perceived higher cost compared with alternatives
    • Some find residences very small or 'motel-like'
    • Not universally perceived as the best value (compared unfavorably by some)
    • Religious emphasis may feel exclusive to some despite claims of inclusivity
    • Tiny residences may not feel like a traditional home to all residents

    Summary review

    Overall sentiment in the reviews is largely positive, with frequent praise for staff, atmosphere, and the faith-based community. Reviewers consistently highlight caring, friendly, and honest staff who are helpful and create a pleasant environment. Many comments emphasize peace of mind for families and residents, noting that people are cared for when needed and that both residents and staff seem happy. Several reviewers explicitly recommend the facility and describe it as well-organized and well-kept.

    Care quality and staff performance are standout themes. The staff receive repeated compliments for being caring and responsive; phrases like "accelerated care" and "cared for when needed" indicate timely attention to residents' needs. Management and organization are mentioned positively, suggesting effective operations and an orderly environment. The reasonable doctor visit charge ($10) was noted as a practical benefit and likely appreciated by residents and families.

    Facilities and living arrangements receive detailed, mostly favorable mentions. The center offers multiple living options — private apartments and smaller standalone "little homes" — and specific apartment features are highlighted, such as a private bathroom and kitchen. The facility itself is described as beautiful, freshly painted, and having new carpeting, which supports a comfortable physical environment. Outdoor amenities like rocking chairs add to a homey atmosphere. However, a recurring caveat is that some reviewers view the residences as very small or "motel-like," indicating that the compact size of some units may not meet everyone's expectations for a traditional residential feel.

    Dining and activities are also important positives. Reviewers mention flexible meal arrangements and praise the food as "wonderful." Regular weekly trips to local stores like Publix and Walmart are noted as desirable activities that support residents' independence and social engagement. The presence of church services and ongoing Christian fellowship are central activities that contribute significantly to community life for many residents.

    The facility's religious character is a defining feature. Multiple reviews highlight a strong Christian environment, Good Samaritan affiliation, and a focus on ministry retirees, which appeals to those seeking faith-centered care. Reviewers also state that it is not exclusive to ministry retirees, though some observe that the facility caters noticeably to this group. This religious emphasis is a clear attraction for many residents and reviewers, but it could be perceived as less appropriate for individuals seeking a secular environment.

    Notable concerns and mixed perceptions center on cost, unit size, and comparisons with alternatives. A few reviewers call the facility "more expensive" and note that it compared unfavorably to another facility they considered, suggesting value-for-money is variable depending on individual expectations and alternatives in the area. The description of some units as "tiny residences" and "not a home, motel-like" appears in multiple summaries and represents the primary negative pattern: while the property is clean and well-kept, the scale and layout of some living spaces may be too small for those who expect larger, more home-like accommodations.

    In conclusion, Alliance Health And Rehabilitation Center is portrayed as a well-maintained, faith-oriented senior living option with strong, caring staff, solid organization, and meaningful community activities. It offers practical amenities (private apartments with kitchens/bathrooms, shopping trips, reasonable doctor fees) and a supportive Christian fellowship that many residents value highly. Prospective residents and families should weigh the facility's religious focus, the size/layout of available residences, and cost relative to other local options when deciding if it fits their priorities. Overall, the reviews reflect a broadly positive experience with a few consistent caveats around space and pricing.

    Location

    Map showing location of Alliance Health And Rehabilitation Center

    About Alliance Health And Rehabilitation Center

    Alliance Health and Rehabilitation Center sits in DeLand, Florida, and offers long-term skilled nursing care for folks who need help with daily tasks like bathing, dressing, eating, and keeping track of medicines, and the staff helps with things like grooming, mobility, and family services too, so it's generally a comfortable option for people who need extra support. The center meets federal standards for Medicare and Medicaid, and has supervision from a doctor plus 24-hour nursing care with a team of fully trained nurses. People living here can get physical, occupational, and speech therapy, and there's special help for folks who have dementia or Alzheimer's disease. Alliance has programs for those who are recovering from things like strokes, surgery, or heart problems, and also has therapy for pain, wounds, balance, lymphedema, pulmonary needs, and urinary incontinence, with both inpatient and outpatient options-plus there's speech therapy if someone has trouble communicating or swallowing, and there's a big focus on getting people strong enough so they might go home safely later on. Families can help plan the resident's care, and the place tries to keep things feeling like a supportive community, with both group activities and spiritual services. The center's layout includes studio rooms, and residents can choose from several living options, including assisted living, memory care, independent living, or even home-based care, so there are choices for different needs. For folks who like nice surroundings, the accommodations are neat and have upscale touches, and there are some resort-style amenities and peaceful areas for socializing or relaxing. Alliance uses modern equipment for therapy and tries to focus on each person's independence, aiming to help them stay as healthy, comfortable, and active as possible. The facility has 130 beds and holds a 3-star rating from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, which provides some indication of their care standards, and there's a big range of services-like wellness programs, preventive care, and personalized support-that aim to make each resident's day-to-day life easier.

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