Pricing ranges from
    $4,339 – 5,206/month

    A1 Care Systems

    6613 Shady Oaks Drive, Jacksonville, FL, 32277
    3.7 · 3 reviews
    • Assisted living
    AnonymousCurrent/former resident
    1.0

    Beautiful building, abusive care, avoid

    I chose this brand-new, high-cost facility because staff seemed wonderful, efficient and attentive - they helped with appointments and shopping and it felt like home. But I've been ignored at times, coerced to stay in my room, overmedicated and pressured into charges; I feel financially exploited and this borders on elder abuse. Nice building and qualified caregivers, but given the cost and my experience I cannot recommend it.

    Pricing

    $4,339+/moSemi-privateAssisted Living
    $5,206+/mo1 BedroomAssisted Living

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    Amenities

    Healthcare services

    • Activities of daily living assistance
    • Assistance with bathing
    • Assistance with dressing
    • Assistance with transfers
    • Coordination with health care providers
    • Medication management

    Healthcare staffing

    • 24-hour supervision

    Meals and dining

    • Diabetes diet
    • Meal preparation and service
    • Special dietary restrictions

    Room

    • Cable
    • Fully furnished
    • Housekeeping and linen services
    • Telephone
    • Wifi

    Transportation

    • Transportation arrangement (medical)
    • Transportation to doctors appointments

    Community services

    • Move-in coordination

    Activities

    • Community-sponsored activities
    • Scheduled daily activities

    3.67 · 3 reviews

    Overall rating

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

      3.7
    • Staff

      3.7
    • Meals

      3.7
    • Amenities

      3.7
    • Value

      1.5

    Pros

    • attentive caregivers
    • helpful and accommodating staff
    • efficient operations
    • highly qualified staff
    • good overall care reported
    • assistance with medical appointments
    • help with shopping/outings
    • homelike atmosphere
    • brand-new facility

    Cons

    • reports of being ignored / unaddressed complaints
    • overmedication and medication concerns
    • allegations of financial exploitation / scam
    • overpriced stay / high cost
    • allegations of elder abuse
    • coercion to remain in room / forced isolation
    • conflicting reports from different reviewers
    • low or no resident occupancy noted

    Summary review

    Overall sentiment in the provided reviews is mixed and highly polarized. Several reviewers praise the staff and the quality of hands-on care: caregivers are described as attentive, helpful and accommodating, with staff characterized as efficient and highly qualified. Positive comments highlight practical supports such as assistance with appointments and help with shopping, and multiple reviewers use language like "feels like home," suggesting a warm, homelike atmosphere. The facility itself is noted as brand-new, which some reviewers present as a strength. These reviews convey confidence in day-to-day caregiving and in staff responsiveness on many practical matters.

    Counterbalancing those positive accounts are a number of very serious and specific negative allegations that raise substantial concerns. Several reviews allege overmedication, elder abuse, coercion to stay in a room (which implies forced isolation), and financial exploitation or a scam. There are multiple mentions of the stay being overpriced or excessively costly. In at least one case reviewers say staff or management ignored complaints, suggesting problems with grievance handling and accountability. These negative items are not minor or ambiguous — they allege both clinical/medical misuse (overmedication) and abusive/financial misconduct, which are among the most serious possible concerns in a senior living context.

    The reviews also show internal conflict or inconsistency: some reviewers explicitly selected this facility as the best option and praise its staff and services, while other reviewers — including at least one identified as a resident complaint — describe exploitation or abuse. The notation that the facility is brand-new and reportedly has "no residents yet" introduces ambiguity: a brand-new, low-occupancy facility can explain some teething problems, incomplete services, or divergent experiences, but it can also make it harder to verify consistent performance over time. High cost is mentioned in both positive and negative contexts (some see it as expected for quality, others as overpriced), so price appears to be a recurrent theme but interpreted differently by different reviewers.

    Regarding specific operational domains: care quality is described in two opposing lights — attentive caregiving and practical supports on one hand, and overmedication and abuse allegations on the other. Staffing is generally praised for qualifications and helpfulness, yet reviewers also say staff or management ignored serious complaints, indicating potential variability in staff behavior, management responsiveness, or differences between day-shift and other shifts. Facility condition is noted positively as brand-new, but occupancy appears low, and no consistent information was provided about dining, activity programs, or clinical staffing ratios. The reviews mention outings and shopping help, implying some level of resident engagement outside the facility, but there is no detailed commentary on meals, organized activities, or medical oversight beyond the medication concerns.

    In sum, these reviews present a split picture: clear strengths in individualized, attentive service and a new, homelike environment, contrasted with alarming allegations of medication misuse, coercion, elder abuse, and financial impropriety. The most salient pattern is polarization — strong positive testimonials coexist with highly serious negative claims. Given the severity of some allegations, these reviews suggest the importance of verifying facts through direct inquiries: review of medication and care policies, financial contract transparency, inspection reports, references from current residents and families, and observation of staff responsiveness to complaints before making decisions. The available reviews are not uniformly reassuring and contain several red flags that warrant careful investigation.

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    About A1 Care Systems

    A1 Care Systems is a residential care home nestled in Jacksonville, Florida, occupying a charming building originally constructed in 1958. The home stands out for its welcoming atmosphere, with a small garden of palms and a wheelchair accessible patio that invite residents and guests alike to enjoy the outdoors. Designed for a cozy and close-knit experience, A1 Care Systems caters to a maximum of six residents at any one time. This intimate size ensures that each individual receives personalized attention and care, fostering a comfortable sense of community.

    Residents at A1 Care Systems benefit from individualized care plans developed through thoughtful assessments made by experienced caregivers. This approach allows the staff to address the unique needs of every resident, ensuring that care is both attentive and flexible. The well-trained, health-focused staff members are committed to supporting residents with kindness and a gentle hand, creating an environment where everyone feels valued and supported each day.

    The living arrangements at A1 Care Systems are designed to accommodate a variety of preferences and needs. Residents can choose from private, semi-private, and shared suites, each thoughtfully arranged to provide ample space for queen or twin beds, along with personal furnishings like dressers, nightstands, and small chairs. The bedrooms are designed for comfort and personalization, encouraging residents to decorate their spaces with meaningful belongings such as framed family photos, colorful quilts, and posters that reflect their personalities and life stories.

    Dining at A1 Care Systems is a priority, with nutritious meals crafted to deliver the right balance of vitamins and minerals. Culinary staff ensure each dish is made with quality ingredients and an emphasis on both taste and dietary value, creating meals that residents look forward to. Beyond meals, the home is dedicated to offering engaging activities and fostering a friendly atmosphere, with staff who are noted for their helpfulness and warmth toward both residents and visitors.

    With its combination of attentive care, a homelike environment, and thoughtfully designed living spaces, A1 Care Systems aims to provide a setting where residents can enjoy comfort, camaraderie, and well-being throughout their stay. Every effort is made to help residents feel at home, offering both privacy and opportunities for meaningful social connections in a peaceful, supportive community.

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