AnonymousLoved one of resident
    4.0

    Skilled, compassionate care but quiet

    I toured the conveniently located facility and was impressed - clean, professional, and the staff were amazing: attentive, compassionate, treated residents like family, with daily nursing checks, good meals, and a visiting doctor. It wasn't lively and felt more like nursing care than independent living, so I'd recommend it for someone needing skilled care but not for those wanting an active community.

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    3.75 · 8 reviews

    Overall rating

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

      5.0
    • Staff

      4.8
    • Meals

      5.0
    • Amenities

      3.8
    • Value

      3.8

    Pros

    • Compassionate and attentive staff
    • Daily nursing checks and regular medical oversight (visiting doctor)
    • Residents reported being well cared-for
    • Good food; residents well fed
    • Clean and professional environment
    • Family-like treatment from staff
    • Accommodating staff and positive tour experiences
    • Convenient location
    • Multiple reviewers would recommend

    Cons

    • Not lively; limited activity/social energy
    • Resident population appeared to require higher levels of nursing care
    • At least one reviewer described it as not a good place to live
    • Some mixed impressions among reviewers

    Summary review

    Overall sentiment in the provided reviews for Taylor Manor skews positive with clear, repeated praise for the staff and clinical care, but there are also noteworthy concerns about activity levels and suitability depending on resident expectations.

    Care quality and medical oversight are recurring strengths. Multiple reviewers explicitly mention daily nursing checks and a visiting doctor, and several comments state residents are "well cared-for" and "in good hands." The pattern of regular clinical attention suggests the facility provides consistent monitoring and medical accessibility, which reviewers appreciated. These observations point to a facility that prioritizes resident safety and routine health oversight.

    Staff performance is the most consistently praised element. Words and phrases used across reviews include compassionate, treated like family, very kind, attentive, amazing, and accommodating. Reviewers described staff interactions as family-like and compassionate, and noted good tour experiences that reflected staff helpfulness. This indicates a strong culture of personalized, empathetic caregiving and good customer-facing interactions from admissions through daily care.

    Facilities and operations get generally positive marks. Reviews call the environment nice, clean, and professional. The dining experience is mentioned favorably with residents noted as "well fed," implying meals meet expectations for quality or adequacy. The facility's location is described as convenient, which can be an important practical factor for families and visitors. Several reviewers explicitly said they would recommend the community, reinforcing an overall positive operational impression.

    However, there are consistent caveats related to lifestyle and resident mix. Multiple reviewers observed that the community was "not lively," and that residents seemed to need nursing care. These comments suggest the population may skew toward higher-acuity residents and that programming or social activity levels may be lower than prospective residents expecting an active independent-living atmosphere. If a prospective resident is seeking robust social programming, frequent activities, or an energetic community, these reviews indicate Taylor Manor might not meet those expectations.

    There is also at least one bluntly negative comment stating it is "not a good place to live." While the majority of notes highlight caring staff and good clinical oversight, this outlier indicates that expectations and individual experiences can vary; some people may evaluate the community differently based on personal priorities such as social life, autonomy, or other unmentioned factors. The presence of mixed impressions in the reviews suggests it’s important for prospective residents or families to clarify their priorities and ask targeted questions during visits.

    In summary, Taylor Manor appears well suited for residents and families who prioritize attentive, compassionate caregiving, consistent nursing oversight, and a clean, professional facility with reliable meals and a convenient location. Conversely, those seeking a lively, activity-rich environment or a community oriented toward more independent, social living should investigate further and observe the community at different times to assess activity levels. Given the combination of strong praise for staff and care alongside comments about limited liveliness and a higher-acuity resident population, a personalized tour and detailed discussion about programming and resident mix are strongly advised before making a placement decision.

    Location

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    About Taylor Manor

    Taylor Manor sits at 6605 Chester Ave in Jacksonville, Florida, and has served older adults since 1988, helping those who are 62 and older and need moderate to low income housing with a place to call home, and, while folks can choose from one or two-bedroom ground level apartments at Taylor Villas or one-bedroom garden style apartments at Taylor Apartments, all are part of a quiet, gated community where there's a sense of safety from the controlled entry, wheelchairs roll through with ease, and every apartment comes ready with a monitored emergency call system just in case, which gives families a bit more peace of mind and helps residents feel a bit safer moving about. Staff are on site around the clock, so help is always nearby, and with Taylor Manor having things like dietary help, medication support, and assistance with bathing, dressing, and walking, residents who need more support can receive different levels of assisted living care, which covers everything from daily living to personal care, while those who need memory care services or skilled nursing-including short-term rehab or long-term care-can get it on campus at the Taylor Care Center. Folks live in private apartments with bathrooms, and they can bring their own things to decorate their space, or pick a furnished room, with options in the main building for un-furnished or furnished private rooms, plus cable or satellite TV service and electricity included in rent, which helps some keep their costs steady and the rooms a bit homier. There are washers and dryers in select Taylor Villas apartments, so doing laundry isn't a chore to haul across a big building, which matters for those not as spry as they once were, and for everyone else there's on-site laundry too, making life a bit easier for all. Residents who want to meet others can enjoy several community rooms, conversation spots for family visits, and a lounge, not to mention a fitness center, social and recreational activities, and even Resident Council events that make for a busy calendar if folks are interested, though nobody has to join if they'd rather not. Meals are available for a nominal charge every day, and kitchen staff plans for nutrition while residents can eat together in shared dining areas, so sitting down for lunch or supper never feels too lonely unless that's what someone wants. The facility welcomes small pets, keeps the grounds accessible for wheelchairs, and offers transportation to shopping, grocery stores, banks, and doctor appointments thanks to their bus and scheduled rides, so folks aren't stuck at home. There are even beauty and barber services on site, a library for quiet time, and outdoor patio areas for getting a bit of sun. Taylor Manor specializes in care for those with memory problems, featuring staff with experience in this area and a facility designed with safety and security in mind, and, with home health and therapy services available on campus for inpatient or outpatient needs, plus on-site physician services, it's possible for folks to get most of the medical help they need without leaving the property. Residents and families will need to budget for a security deposit, and age restrictions ensure a community of older seniors. Taylor Manor offers four levels of assisted care depending on a person's needs, while independent seniors can find a place in Taylor Apartments or Taylor Villas, knowing they have support close by if things change. The whole property, including the Taylor Residences community center, is a non-profit arrangement, aiming to make life manageable, social, and a bit safer for Jacksonville's older population.

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