Merrill Gardens at Solivita Marketplace

I am writing this review to express my profound appreciation for Michelle Tucker, the Clinical Nurse Manager at Merrill Garden SolaVita ALF. Having the privilege to work alongside Michelle, I can confidently say that she exemplifies the highest standards of nursing and care in our industry. Michelle consistently goes above and beyond for each resident. She treats every individual with the utmost dignity and respect, ensuring that they feel valued and cared for. Her commitment to fostering a compassionate environment is evident in every interaction she has with residents and staff alike. As a Family Nurse Practitioner, I have had the opportunity to collaborate closely with Michelle, especially regarding our more complicated patients. Her willingness to round with me and take the time to discuss their unique situations demonstrates her dedication to holistic patient care. Even when time permits, she makes it a point to connect with all patients, regardless of complexity. What truly sets Michelle apart is her tireless dedication. I have witnessed her working late nights and weekends, passing medications and directly engaging with residents. This level of commitment speaks volumes about her passion for nursing and her unwavering dedication to the residents at Merrill Garden. Michelle Tucker is truly deserving of a DAISY Award for her exceptional service and dedication. Her hard work and compassion make a significant impact on the lives of the residents at Merrill Garden SolaVita ALF, which is precisely why I continue to refer my patients to this outstanding facility. Thank you, Michelle, for your incredible care and commitment. You are an inspiration to us all!

I give Merrill Gardens at Solivita a 5! From the moment I walked in unannounced meaning with no appointment, staff that does not typically deal with prospective tenants was willing to assist me with a tour and answer questions. From there, I felt a sense of community, support and understanding that has made the process with my dad almost stress free 😂 the staff there goes out of their way to help and support tenants and their family which has made a world of difference. I am speaking of salespeople, front desk servers nurse in medication management to maintenance. Thank you and kudos to ALL of you!

My wife and I are in the process of moving my mom into Merrill Gardens in Kissimmee. The team of professionals (Heidi M., and Brayan A.) who have helped us through the process, have been incredible. They truly care about their residents—future and current— and they do a wonderful job of supporting the family along the way as well.

I was enticed to move here with a very nice reduced rate only to have an 11% increase on my year anniversary and another 11% increase again this year. The food is mediocre at best. There no such thing as 'flex meals' as stated in the ad. Some of the staff is very interested in your needs but they are stretched to the limits due to cutbacks in employees. Concerns that I have brought to the staff's attention and even to the home office go unanswered. Communication is a real concern between staff and residents. Elevators are a real problem . . . they break down often. If I were you looking for a place for a loved one, I'd keep other options open first. On the upside, the apartments are very nice. . . roomy with w/d in each unit and dishwasher. The pool in a plus. UPDATE : JULY 5TH, 2024 I wish I had something positive to say but that isn't possible. Out of 3 elevators that service the main building, 2 don't work. One has been out for 5 weeks and number 2 went down 3 days ago. Number 1 is in sad shape and we are waiting for it to die. When it does, I don't know what people will do about getting to and from the dining room or getting out for appointments. Food is going downhill . . . poor choices with minimal side dishes. Activities are so lame with few people attending. As soon as I'm able, financially, I will be leaving. I do not recommend this facility.