Savannah Court of Lakeland

Unfortunately several members of my family have been diagnosed with either ALZ or dementia over the last 10 years. As a result I've become familiar with with a large number of both ALF's and Memory Care Facilities in Polk County. During my crash course experience, I made use of the Elder Guide. It provided a good base of information. Since then I've added a few requirements of my own, whenever I enter a facility. When you tour a facility pay no attention to the chandeliers or other amenities. They only matter in your run of the mill senior living facilities -- where your loved one is still independent.
Once care is required you need to pay attention to the residents and staff during your tour. This business of caring for adults that are no capable of using reasonable judgement is an exhausting task. Don't kid yourself, this is very hard work that requires that staff stay on their toes and on guard at all times. That said, BOTH Savannah Court and Savannah Cottage are fabulous. Does the staff appear happy and content? If not, realize that as much as YOU may like the place, once you leave ... your loved one picks up on that atmosphere. They are often not able to communicate that to you. Instead, their health declines more rapidly than you expected and they begin to act out. Does the director spend more time in their office than out and about? Does the director know the residents names? These are the things you should pay attention to. Don't allow things that look good in appearance distract you. Those things no longer matter. In this sad, last stage of life our focus is on the quality of life. Find a facility where they will feel loved and safe. This is Savannah Court.

This place had turned around for the better since the new director Elizabeth took over. She has really made an impact in the level of care and involvement by making sure everyone is taken care of.

Very clean since New Management took over. Staff is very helpful and courteous to families of the loved ones here.

It's been several years but my Dad lived here for a while. It was always well run, he really enjoyed the food and the staff was really pleasant. I'd highly recommend for someone looking for an assisted living facility with a family like atmosphere.