Hugh Ash Manor

    740 N Woodland Blvd, Deland, FL 32720
    • Independent Living
    • Assisted Living

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    Reviews

    3.67·(21)

    Overall rating

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

      1.0
    • Staff

      3.2
    • Meals

      3.7
    • Amenities

      3.0
    • Value

      2.3

    Pros

    • Engaging on-site activities and social programming
    • Access to YMCA pool for recreational use
    • Private bathrooms in every apartment
    • Spacious one-bedroom apartments with full kitchens and closets
    • Clean common areas and restrooms
    • On-site emergency call buttons and safety features
    • Friendly, caring staff and warm reception
    • Accessible features including elevators, outdoor seating, and community room
    • Well-kept exterior and interior spaces
    • Affordable rent levels for many residents

    Cons

    • Inconsistent building maintenance and sanitation
    • Pest-control concerns in some units
    • Mold and moisture-management issues
    • Inconsistent staff reliability and responsiveness
    • Unclear rent/lease communication and short-notice rent increases
    • Safety-system maintenance gaps (emergency call devices)
    • Privacy and room-assignment communication gaps
    • Noise-related sleep disruption

    Summary of reviews

    Overall impression: Reviews present a mixed but informative picture. Many comments emphasize a welcoming, home-like atmosphere with active programming and staff who are caring and engaged. At the same time, a subset of feedback describes operational and maintenance shortcomings that warrant further exploration by prospective residents and families.

    Care and staff: The facility earns consistent praise for staff warmth, kindness, and a family-style approach to resident interaction; several reviewers described staff as attentive and supportive during move-in and daily life. However, there are also specific concerns about staff reliability and responsiveness — examples include delays in attending to needs and variability in staff conduct. Prospective families should plan to ask about staffing levels, shift coverage, and supervision protocols during a tour.

    Dining: Review content included little specific, detailed feedback about meal quality, menu variety, or dining service routines. Because dining was not a prominent theme, visitors should request recent menus, sample meals if available, and clarify meal schedules and accommodations for dietary needs when evaluating the community.

    Activities and social life: Activity offerings are a clear strength. Residents report a range of on-site programming, a community room with TV, and outdoor seating for socializing. The facility’s proximity to external recreational options — specifically access to a YMCA pool — was noted as an additional asset for residents seeking exercise and swim opportunities.

    Facilities and environment: Several reviewers described apartments as roomy, with full kitchens, closets, and private bathrooms in each unit; elevators and accessible common spaces were also noted positively. Conversely, there are recurring maintenance-related concerns: inconsistent cleanliness in parts of the building, odor concerns in some common areas, moisture or mold issues, and pest-control problems in certain units. There are also reports of noise or sleep disturbances. When evaluating the community, confirm unit-by-unit maintenance history, pest-control contracts, and recent remediation work.

    Safety and infrastructure: The presence of on-site safety call buttons is a positive operational feature. However, there are claims of nonfunctional or poorly maintained emergency call devices, which points to maintenance and safety-system oversight gaps. Prospective residents should ask how alarm systems are tested and how quickly repairs are completed.

    Management and administration: Multiple comments reflect uneven communication around rent and lease terms: some residents cited affordable rent as a benefit, while others reported unclear upfront information and unexpected rent increases within a short tenancy period. There are also notes about requests for financial documentation that some residents found uncomfortable. These items indicate that lease transparency and billing communication are important topics to clarify before signing.

    Notable patterns and recommendation: The dominant positive themes are active programming, private in-unit bathrooms, and staff members who create a warm, welcoming environment. The dominant concerns are facility maintenance, pest and mold management, inconsistent staff responsiveness, and unclear rent communication. Families and prospective residents should tour multiple unit types, inspect for maintenance and odor issues, inquire about recent pest- and mold-remediation records, review staffing patterns and emergency-response procedures, and obtain clear, written rent and fee schedules before committing. Doing so will help reconcile the divergent accounts and determine whether this community aligns with the prospective resident’s priorities.

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    Location

    Hugh Ash Manor is located at 740 N Woodland Blvd, Deland, FL, 32720.

    About Hugh Ash Manor

    Hugh Ash Manor stands as a seven-story retirement community for active adults ages 62 and up, set on a private and peaceful property in Deland, FL, and serving older residents since 1971, and people often appreciate it for its friendly atmosphere where neighbors have shared life experiences, and you'll find studio and one-bedroom apartments set aside for low-income and moderate-income seniors, with rent that covers basic utilities like electricity, water, and even cable TV with affordable options. Residents get help as needed, with care types like independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing all available, and there are emergency help buttons in bathrooms and rooms, which means people can easily call for assistance if they need it, and state-of-the-art generators keep power going in case of storms. The building is completely residential, offering comfort across several floors, and there's a sense of dignity in sharing meals with friends or family right in the dining area, while those who love to be social find plenty to do, because the community organizes recreational and cultural activities with things like arts and crafts, game tables and a pool table, a library, and regular social events, so people don't feel isolated. Gus the Bus helps residents get to doctor appointments, shopping trips, and community outings, making errands simpler. The grounds are well cared for, and the staff strives to support physical, social, and spiritual needs by offering planned activities that folks can join as much or as little as they wish, and even if someone just wants to sit back and enjoy the view of Lake Monroe, that's possible too. The community has Christian standards because it's a project of the First Presbyterian Church of DeLand, but everyone is welcome, no matter their faith, creed, or race, and a Board of Directors keeps it running smoothly. There are no maintenance chores, and the focus remains on comfort, social opportunities, and a worry-free, safe home to let seniors lead their lives independently and with dignity.

    People often ask...

    Hugh Ash Manor offers independent living, assisted living, and continuing care retirement community.

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    Yes, Hugh Ash Manor allows residents to age in place and adjust their level of care as needed.

    The full address for this community is 740 N Woodland Blvd, Deland, FL 32720.

    No, Hugh Ash Manor does not offer respite care. Respite care in assisted living communities provides temporary, short-term relief for primary caregivers by offering professional care for their loved ones. It allows individuals to stay in an assisted living community for a limited time, giving caregivers a break while ensuring residents receive necessary support and assistance with daily activities.

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