The Addison of St. Johns

    115 Benton Ln, Saint Augustine, FL 32092
    • Independent Living
    • Assisted Living
    • Memory Care

    Caring staff engaging activities welcoming

    I'm very pleased with Benton House - the staff are amazing, professional and genuinely caring, the facility is spotless and modern, and my mom feels right at home in a warm, family-like atmosphere. Residents are happy and engaged with creative memory-care activities, outings, live music and regular events, and staff made the move smooth and stayed communicative and compassionate. Baxter the dog and the bright, welcoming spaces add to the comfort - just a couple small tweaks away from perfect.

    Loved one of resident
    Jul 2026

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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

    Memory care community services

    • Mild cognitive impairment
    • Specialized memory care programming

    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

    Reviews

    4.72·(71)

    Overall rating

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

      4.5
    • Staff

      4.7
    • Meals

      3.0
    • Amenities

      4.4
    • Value

      1.0

    Pros

    • Compassionate, attentive caregiving staff
    • Strong staff–resident relationships
    • Engaging, creative activity program
    • Robust memory‑care programming
    • Regular community outings and live entertainment
    • Clean, modern, home‑like facility
    • Bright, well‑appointed resident rooms and common areas
    • Pet‑friendly environment
    • Supportive transition and admissions assistance
    • Varied and appealing menu presentation
    • Convenient location and small‑community feel
    • National recognition and positive reputation

    Cons

    • Inconsistent staffing and staff turnover
    • Variable care responsiveness and overall care quality
    • Sanitation and pest‑control concerns in some units
    • Inconsistent housekeeping and maintenance
    • Limited clinical capacity for higher‑acuity needs (e.g., insulin, PRN meds, psychiatric support)
    • Communication and care‑planning delays
    • Front‑desk and family assistance availability gaps
    • Billing transparency issues (retroactive fees)
    • Privacy concerns related to in‑room monitoring practices
    • Inconsistent meal temperature and limited menu variety

    Summary of reviews

    Overall impression: Reviewers describe a facility with a warm, family‑oriented culture and a strong emphasis on resident life and social engagement. Staff are repeatedly characterized as kind, professional and emotionally invested; many reviewers highlight strong bonds between staff and residents, attentive hands‑on support during transitions, and effective teamwork that supported residents through the pandemic. The property itself is frequently described as modern, clean, bright and home‑like, with well‑appointed common areas and rooms and a pet‑friendly atmosphere.

    Care quality and clinical limitations: Many families praise the day‑to‑day caregiving and dementia‑focused neighborhoods, noting purposeful memory‑care activities and compassionate interactions. At the same time, there are consistent indications of variability in clinical responsiveness and care consistency tied to staffing stability. Important operational limits are also noted: the community appears to decline or struggles with some higher‑acuity clinical needs (examples cited include insulin administration constraints, limited PRN medication availability, and lack of on‑site psychiatric support). Prospective residents with complex medical requirements should confirm clinical capabilities before placement.

    Staffing, communication and management: Positive comments about staff demeanor and administrative support coexist with concerns about staffing turnover, delayed care‑plan meetings, and occasional gaps in front‑desk or family assistance availability. Reviewers also identified billing and administrative issues, including instances of retroactive fees and desires for clearer communication around charges. The admissions and transition experience is often smooth and supportive, but ongoing family communication and timely care‑planning were areas where consistency varied.

    Activities and social life: The activity program is a consistent strength. Families describe creative arts and memory‑focused programming, frequent outings to restaurants and movies, live music and regional entertainment, and regular opportunities for socialization that contribute to resident happiness and engagement. Activity calendars and staff efforts to involve residents are noted as enhancing quality of life; a few families expressed a desire for even more frequent outings and shopping/dining options.

    Dining and housekeeping: The menu is described as varied and appealing in presentation, and many residents appear satisfied with meal options. However, there are recurring comments about inconsistent meal service (including temperature issues) and limited menu variety at times. Housekeeping and maintenance are generally viewed positively in many accounts, but several reviewers raised sanitation and pest‑control concerns in specific areas, indicating variability in environmental services performance.

    Notable patterns and recommendations: The dominant themes are strong interpersonal care, vibrant activities and an attractive physical environment. Counterbalancing themes are operational: inconsistent staffing, occasional lapses in housekeeping/sanitation, clinical limits for higher‑acuity residents, and administrative/communication shortcomings. For prospective residents and families, this facility appears well suited for those seeking an active, socially engaging, and personable community; those with complex medical needs or who require guaranteed clinical services should verify specific nursing capabilities and ask about staffing stability, billing practices, housekeeping schedules, and privacy policies before committing.

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    Location

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    The Addison of St. Johns is located at 115 Benton Ln, Saint Augustine, FL, 32092.

    About The Addison of St. Johns

    The Addison of St. Johns offers many kinds of senior care, covering assisted living, memory care through the Magnolia Trails™ program, independent living, short-term stays, nursing home care, adult day services, home health care, skilled nursing, and hospice care, so folks can find support as their needs change. People call it a pet-friendly place, with community dogs and programs for cats and dogs, and you'll see residents enjoying the beautifully enclosed courtyards, walking paths, and a fitness room, plus there's activity rooms like a game room, library, and spots for gardening or just relaxing outside. The dining program centers on fresh ingredients, healthy meals, and options for different health needs like gluten-free or low-sodium diets, and there's always something going on, from movie nights or happy hours with live music and hors d'oeuvres, to holiday parties, bingo, exercise classes, and outings for shopping or dining, while a dedicated Beacon Coordinator helps keep things upbeat for memory care folks.

    Apartments range from studios to one-bedroom units, all planned with safety and comfort in mind, with built-in emergency response systems that are available 24 hours a day. The staff are on-site around the clock, handling needs like medication management, daily activities, and personal care, and there's help for tasks like bathing, dressing, and preparing meals for anyone who needs it-plus a robust nursing team that's trained to handle many health situations. Family and friends can join monthly community events or visit for tours to see daily life, dining, or activities, and there are regular spiritual services, lectures, music programs, and volunteer projects serving local and national charities. The resident life program focuses on person-centered care, taking each person's choices and comfort seriously, so residents can make their days their own. Amenities include high-speed internet, a beauty salon and barber shop, wheelchair-accessible features, and open-plan spaces designed for easy socializing.

    The Addison of St. Johns gets recognized for its care and staff, winning awards from Fortune magazine, Pinnacle, and the Best of Senior Living Award, and families can check verified reviews and ratings through SeniorAdvisor, where a referral and verification process makes sure feedback comes from real experiences. The service provides free resources, informational guides, and connects families to local living advisors, and staff make an effort to keep a friendly and welcoming environment for all, with outings, wellness programs, and a range of enrichment activities for the body, mind, and spirit, including those needing extra support for dementia or short-term respite.

    About Sonida Senior Living

    The Addison of St. Johns is managed by Sonida Senior Living.

    Sonida Senior Living, Inc. (NYSE: SNDA) is a leading owner, operator, and investor in senior housing communities across the United States, founded in 1990 and headquartered in Dallas, Texas. Originally established as Capital Senior Living by founder Jim Stroud, the company rebranded to Sonida Senior Living in November 2021 following a $154.8 million investment from Conversant Capital. As of June 2025, Sonida operates 96 senior housing communities across 20 states, serving approximately 10,000 residents with an aggregate capacity that includes 83 owned communities and 13 managed properties, making it one of the nation's most significant senior living providers by resident capacity.

    The company provides a comprehensive continuum of care services including independent living, assisted living, memory care, and respite care programs. Sonida's communities offer essential services such as nutritious meals, housekeeping, laundry, 24-hour staffing, transportation, social and recreational activities, and healthcare monitoring. Select communities feature the specialized Magnolia Trails™ memory care program designed specifically for residents with dementia and Alzheimer's disease. Beyond basic care, Sonida emphasizes signature programming that includes daily fitness and wellness classes, engaging activities that promote joy and companionship, and personalized care plans tailored to each resident's unique needs and preferences.

    Sonida's mission is to create a safe and caring environment where team members thrive and residents find joy in new experiences and friendships. The company's philosophy centers on recognizing residents as unique individuals, knowing their hobbies, preferences, and personal histories to provide dignified, person-directed care. They believe that simple things matter most: friendly faces, clean and comfortable spaces, amenities that promote safety and independence, and maintaining a warm, welcoming atmosphere. This approach emphasizes creating meaningful connections and celebrating both significant milestones and everyday moments in residents' lives.

    The company has earned substantial recognition for its commitment to excellence, with 30 communities receiving Best Senior Living Awards in 2022, and 20% of their communities winning 2025 Best of Senior Living Awards. Several communities have also been honored with prestigious industry awards in 2024. Under the leadership of President and CEO Brandon Ribar, who brings over 15 years of senior living industry experience, Sonida has demonstrated strong operational performance with an average occupancy rate of 84.7% in Q1 2025 and a 27.4% increase in adjusted EBITDA from 2023 to 2024, reflecting their commitment to operational excellence and quality care delivery.

    People often ask...

    The Addison of St. Johns offers competitive pricing, with rates starting at a cost of $5,317 per month.

    The Addison of St. Johns offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care.

    There are 25 photos of The Addison of St. Johns on Mirador.

    Yes, The Addison of St. Johns allows residents to age in place and adjust their level of care as needed.

    The full address for this community is 115 Benton Ln, Saint Augustine, FL 32092.

    No, The Addison of St. Johns 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.

    Safety & Compliance

    In Florida, the Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA) licenses assisted living facilities and publishes the results of its standard, complaint, and monitoring inspections.

    License number11969574
    StatusActive
    Facility typeAssisted Living Facility
    Capacity85 residents
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    Inspection Reports

    7

    Reports

    0

    Type A Citations

    0

    Type B Citations

    1

    Complaints

    7

    Years

    01 Apr 2025Complaint
    Found no deficiencies during a change-of-ownership survey and related complaint investigations.
    07 May 2024Standard
    Determined that a previously cited deficiency had been corrected at the time of the desk review.
    28 Mar 2024Standard
    Identified deficiencies in staff training and orientation. Two newly hired staff lacked preservice orientation and in-service training documentation was not verified.
    • Class 3A0081TRAINING - STAFF IN-SERVICE
    10 Jun 2022Standard
    Investigated a relicensure deficiency and found the deficient practice was corrected during the desk review.
    19 May 2022Standard
    Determined that the provider failed to post its in-person visitation policy on the website.
    • Class 3CZ841IN-PERSON VISITATION
    21 Jun 2021Monitor
    Found no deficiencies after a focused infection control visit and generator assessment.
    16 Oct 2019Initial
    Found no deficiencies after an announced licensure survey conducted on Oct 17, 2019.

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