Franklin House

    2400 Kurt St, Eustis, FL, 32726
    1.9 · 82 reviews
    • Independent living
    • Assisted living
    AnonymousLoved one of resident
    1.0

    Heartless staff, mold, unsafe management

    I give this place 1/5. I'm alarmed by repeated reports of elder mistreatment - heartless, punitive staff actions, rude and money-hungry management, and allegations that a 94-year-old was dragged off and arrested. There are also maintenance problems (mold, water shutoffs), claims of discrimination and unprofessional responses to complaints. A few people said a new manager has improved things, but overall I felt unsafe and would not send a loved one here.

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    1.94 · 82 reviews

    Overall rating

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

      1.0
    • Staff

      2.0
    • Meals

      1.0
    • Amenities

      2.5
    • Value

      2.0

    Pros

    • Some residents and reviewers describe the facility as clean and well-maintained
    • Affordable rent and small, comfortable apartments reported by some
    • Friendly, upbeat residents and positive social environment in several accounts
    • New manager praised for following rental laws and improving operations
    • Staff described as knowledgeable, courteous, and helpful in some reviews
    • Organized community resources (food bank deliveries, donated meals)
    • Recreational additions mentioned (DVD library, exterior makeover)
    • Maintenance staff and service coordinator noted positively in some posts

    Cons

    • Repeated allegations of severe elder abuse, including arrest and physical handling of a 94-year-old resident
    • Perceived lack of compassion and inadequate dementia care
    • Frequent reports of eviction threats and police involvement in resident removals
    • Accusations of unprofessional, rude, and dismissive management and owner replies
    • Safety and maintenance problems: reports of black mold, mildew, water shutoffs, and general disrepair
    • Concerns that financial motives and pricing priorities override resident welfare
    • Questions about the facility's Christian/non-profit branding, donor trust, and potential misuse of funds
    • Allegations of racial discrimination and hostile application or screening practices
    • Complaints about poor food quality and lack of information on meals/activities
    • Concerns about staff vetting/background checks and potential regulatory exposure (HUD/IRS)
    • Highly polarized reviews with calls for state inspection, shutdown, legal action, and loss of funding

    Summary review

    Overall sentiment in the collected reviews is strongly polarized but dominated by intense negative allegations. A significant cluster of reviews centers on one or more highly disturbing incidents involving an elderly resident with dementia — repeatedly described as a 94-year-old woman — who was allegedly mistreated, forcibly removed, and arrested. These allegations include graphic descriptions (dragging, police involvement, bruising, and incarceration) and drive much of the outrage. Multiple reviewers call the facility "disgusting," accuse staff of elder abuse, demand investigations or closure, and express distrust or withdrawal of donor support. This single set of allegations is a recurring theme that colors many reviewers’ impressions of the organization and elicits calls for state inspection, legal action, and revocation of tax-exempt or HUD funding.

    Care quality and resident safety are major concerns. Beyond the central arrest incident, reviewers frequently allege a lack of compassion and poor dementia care practices. There are numerous reports of punitive or insensitive staff behavior, eviction threats, and policies that appear to prioritize payments or rules over resident wellbeing. While some reviewers explicitly praise staff members as caring or knowledgeable, the volume and severity of abuse and safety complaints (including questions about staff background checks) create a strong perception among many reviewers that the facility fails vulnerable residents, particularly those with cognitive impairment.

    Staff behavior and management receive mixed but predominantly negative commentary. On the positive side, several posts highlight a new manager who "follows rental laws," improves processes, organizes community resources, and has earned praise for being helpful and proactive. Other staff — maintenance, service coordinators, and some courteous employees — are mentioned favorably. However, the broader tenor of reviews accuses management of being unprofessional, domineering, dismissive in public replies, and even belittling reviewers. Owners or managers are repeatedly accused of prioritizing money, posting or allowing questionable five-star reviews, and responding defensively to criticism. This contributes to a narrative of poor leadership and eroded trust between families, donors, and the facility.

    Facilities and maintenance feedback is inconsistent. Several reviewers praise cleanliness, a well-kept interior and an exterior makeover, while others describe worrying conditions: black mold, mildew, water shutoffs, and buildings that are "old" or "falling apart." These conflicting reports suggest variability over time or between different parts/units of the property. Maintenance staff get both blame and praise, implying service quality may be inconsistent or dependent on specific personnel.

    Dining, activities, and community life are similarly mixed. Some reviews note organized donated meals, food bank deliveries, a new DVD library, and a friendly social atmosphere among residents. Others complain of "horrible food," lack of information about meals and activities, and an overall "sad" or "nasty" environment. The presence of community-support initiatives (church-based groups, donated meals) is acknowledged, but several reviewers question how those efforts align with the facility’s conduct and governance.

    Governance, legal, and reputational issues are prominent. Multiple reviewers question the facility's Christian or church affiliation, its non-profit status, and whether fund-raising or donated resources are being managed transparently. Allegations include donor distrust, calls to revoke tax-exempt status, and concerns about HUD funding and IRS audits. Several reviews explicitly urge regulatory scrutiny or closure. There are also accusations of racial discrimination in the application process and demands for political pledges, which, if accurate, would raise serious compliance and ethical issues.

    Pattern and tone: the review corpus is highly emotional and often uses extreme language, indicating strong community anger and distrust. The most commonly repeated complaints (elder abuse/eviction involving police, lack of compassion for dementia patients, and unprofessional management behavior) form the core negative narrative. Positive comments — affordable rent, some helpful staff, improved management under a new manager, and clean, comfortable apartments — are consistent but less numerous and often framed as exceptions. The overall picture is of a facility experiencing deep reputational challenges driven by at least one alleged severe incident and reinforced by reports of inconsistent care, maintenance problems, and antagonistic management responses.

    Recommendations for potential residents, families, or investigators based on these reviews: verify licensing and regulatory history; request written policies on dementia care, eviction procedures, and incident reporting; ask for background check protocols and staffing ratios; tour multiple units to assess maintenance consistency; interview current residents and families for direct experiences; and review the facility’s nonprofit documentation and recent communications about donor use and affiliations. Given the severity and repetition of allegations in the reviews, prospective stakeholders should seek independent verification from state long-term care authorities and consider whether documented corrective actions have been implemented and sustained.

    Location

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    About Franklin House

    Franklin House sits in Eustis, Florida, and offers many types of senior living, with services like assisted living, independent living, nursing care, and memory care for those with Alzheimer's, and sometimes you'll see people come in for respite care or home care too, and the building itself has been fully renovated to add modern touches and comfortable amenities, which is something many folks notice. Residents live in studio or one-bedroom apartments, each one with its own thermostat, and there are income-based apartments for those who qualify, plus handicap accessible options if that's needed, and there are emergency alert pendants for added safety. The whole community is smoke-free and features secure entry and off-street parking with walking areas that are climate controlled inside, so people can get around safely even on the hotter or rainier days, and you might also find an outdoor picnic spot, a library, a community and game room, a laundry room for residents, and even places for gardening and greenhouses, along with fitness gyms and movie theaters for activities.

    Franklin House's main services focus on supporting seniors who need help with daily activities, so there are staff and visiting professionals for things like cleaning, laundry, transportation, and even salon visits, and there's a dining room where meals are served restaurant style with help for special diets if needed, while a wellness room and salon services add to daily comfort. There are lots of activities like social clubs, games, culinary events, movies, and trips planned for residents, and the community welcomes guests for visits, but it might depend on the event or the season.

    Franklin House is pet-friendly, though the information's a bit inconsistent about their strictness on pets, so you may want to check with the office, and there are community events and member resources like a directory, member login, and even networking groups, so you'll find people connecting in different ways. Payment options are available by request, as are the details about available floor plans. The location has a Walk Score® of 43, so most errands will need a car. The community shares information through Facebook and YouTube, and people can schedule a tour to see the place for themselves. The average review score is 1.8 out of 66 reviews, so opinions do seem mixed. In general, Franklin House focuses on providing support, hospitality, and a variety of care services for seniors who want a safe and comfortable living experience with opportunities for socializing and staying active.

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