The Vistas at Lake Largo

    500 N. Harry S. Truman Drive, Largo, MD, 20774
    2.3 · 3 reviews
    • Independent living
    AnonymousLoved one of resident
    3.0

    Nice exterior but bedbugs present

    I toured Lexinton Park with Joyce. The exterior is nice and staff were kind (veterans program sounded good) - my husband liked it - but I'm concerned: strangers were in the building, security seemed absent, after-hours office was closed and the answer service off, and management hasn't addressed a bed-bug infestation in the 2-bed/2-bath unit. I'm leaning but will decide after the next tour.

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    2.33 · 3 reviews

    Overall rating

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    5. 1
    • Care

      2.3
    • Staff

      4.0
    • Meals

      2.3
    • Amenities

      2.3
    • Value

      2.3

    Pros

    • Veterans program available
    • Two-bedroom, two-bath unit option
    • Positive in-person tour experience with staff member Joyce
    • Staff kindness noted
    • Attractive exterior/curb appeal
    • Prospective resident (husband) expressed a favorable impression of the unit

    Cons

    • Reports of non-smoking policy violations
    • Lack of visible on-site security
    • Strangers observed in the building
    • After-hours office closed/unavailable
    • Answer service reportedly not functioning
    • Bed bug infestation reported
    • Management perceived as not addressing pest issue
    • Safety and sanitation concerns raised by multiple items

    Summary review

    Overall sentiment from these reviews is mixed but leans toward concern despite several positive impressions. The positives center on unit offerings and front-line staff interactions: reviewers mention a two-bedroom, two-bath unit as available and appealing, and an in-person tour led by a staff member named Joyce left a good impression (one prospective resident’s husband liked the unit). Staff kindness and the community’s attractive exterior are repeated favorable notes, and the presence of a veterans program is a programmatic offering that may appeal to eligible residents.

    However, significant operational and safety concerns appear repeatedly and temper the positive impressions. Reviewers report non-smoking policy violations and the presence of strangers in the building, and explicitly state a lack of visible security. These items together indicate perceived weaknesses in access control and enforcement of community rules. In addition, after-hours availability is problematic according to the summaries: the office is closed after hours and an answer service appears to be off, which creates gaps in communication and support during evenings or emergencies.

    Sanitation and management responsiveness are especially troubling patterns. A bed bug infestation is explicitly reported, and reviewers indicate management has not addressed the issue satisfactorily. That combination—an active pest problem plus perceived managerial inaction—raises serious concerns about cleanliness, resident health and safety, and trust in leadership. Even if other aspects of the community are appealing (nice exterior, helpful tour staff), an unresolved infestation and unresponsive management can dominate a prospective resident’s assessment.

    Information about direct clinical care, dining, or the breadth of activities beyond the veterans program is absent from these reviews. That lack of detail means there’s no basis here to evaluate medical or personal care quality, meal services, or the regular activity schedule. The veterans program is the only specific programmatic offering mentioned, which is a positive but limited data point.

    In summary, the reviews reflect a split picture: welcoming tour staff and attractive units on one hand, and pressing safety, communication, and sanitation issues on the other. The most salient red flags are reported bed bug infestation and management’s perceived failure to act, lack of after-hours responsiveness, and concerns about unauthorized persons in the building and non-enforcement of the non-smoking policy. Prospective residents should weigh the community’s desirable physical features and staff kindness against these operational and safety concerns and request up-to-date, documented remedies for pest control, security measures, and after-hours communication protocols before deciding.

    Location

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    About The Vistas at Lake Largo

    The Vistas at Lake Largo sits at 500 Harry S. Truman Drive in Upper Marlboro, Maryland, and is part of Avanath Communities' group of properties, and it offers senior living for adults aged 55 and older, and while it's got 110 apartments that start out as one-bedroom or two-bedroom, with sizes from 634 to 895 square feet, what stands out is how they make daily life comfortable with things like wheelchair accessible showers, bath tubs that are easy to get into, and different room views depending on where you are, and the staff keeps the apartments and shared areas easy to manage for folks who need help moving around. People can pick between assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing, or independent living, and there's home care services available too, so if you need something specific or if your needs change over time, the care is there, and they have special programs for people living with Alzheimer's or memory issues, with settings that help reduce confusion and prevent wandering.

    The place offers hot meals made with good ingredients, and there's dining options both in private and shared settings, and if faith matters to you, you can join their on-site devotional activities or religious services, which happen regularly, and there are indoor and outdoor common areas where families can come visit or people can relax, so folks don't get stuck in their own rooms, and the Skybridge at Town Center is a unique feature that connects parts of the community together so it's easier to get around without going outside in bad weather. Residents can smoke in private indoor areas and outside, and it's a family-friendly place so kids and loved ones are welcome to visit. There's resident parking available, and the building's close to public transportation and employment centers, which helps visitors and caregivers get there easily.

    The Vistas at Lake Largo offers amenities like cafés, pharmacies, physician offices, and restaurants nearby, and there's always some transportation available for those who can't drive. The community has safety features for peace of mind, and staff are around during weekday office hours from 10 am to 5 pm. People who qualify can get VA benefits, including help through Aid and Attendance. Rents range from $1,663 to $1,996, with a $500 deposit required on approved credit. The apartments and common areas all have security and emergency response systems, and if someone wants to take a look without leaving home, virtual tours are available online. Smoking is allowed only in certain private and outdoor areas. This is an equal housing community, and people often remark on the unique names for different rooms and facilities, which help make the place feel more like a real neighborhood than an institution.

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