Bethesda on Turkey Creek is an assisted living and memory care community located in Palm Bay, Florida. The facility is designed to support seniors who require assistance with daily living activities and provide specialized care for those living with memory impairment. Bethesda on Turkey Creek offers both long-term and respite care options, along with services such as medication management, personal care assistance, meal preparation, and a range of social and recreational activities. The community supports residents who need full assistance with bathing, eating, dressing, and toileting. Additional services include physical therapy, ambulatory care, and on-site therapy accommodations, as well as laundry and dry cleaning. Incontinence care, diabetes care, and hospice support are available. The facility also addresses specific needs by accepting residents with psychiatric diagnoses and offering podiatry, barber/beauty salon services, and support in both English and Spanish. Clubs and community engagement opportunities are part of the lifestyle offerings.
Medical and personal care at Bethesda on Turkey Creek is tailored to support a wide variety of needs, with an emphasis on activities of daily living. Residents benefit from full support with bathing, dressing, eating, and toileting routines as required. Medication management services are available to help residents maintain their health and compliance with prescribed therapies. For those with specialized needs, such as diabetes or incontinence, the community provides monitoring and assistance. Residents have access to on-site physical, occupational, and speech therapy accommodations as needed. The facility is equipped to provide memory care, focusing on safety and engagement for residents with cognitive challenges. Barber and beauty salon services, as well as podiatry care, are provided on-site for convenience. Social clubs, group activities, and community events are available to promote resident engagement and connection.
Bethesda on Turkey Creek offers transportation options for both medical and non-medical purposes, supporting residents' needs for travel to physician appointments, shopping, and community outings. Complimentary transportation is available for select trips, while additional transportation may be arranged at cost for other needs. This service is aimed at ensuring residents can attend essential appointments and maintain access to the broader community.
Feedback from residents and families about Bethesda on Turkey Creek is highly mixed. Positive reviews often mention a friendly, compassionate staff, good food, clean accommodations, and responsive service, with some residents and families noting a sense of safety and satisfaction with care. Specific praise addresses strong leadership and a variety of engaging activities. In contrast, critical comments cite challenges such as under-staffing, poor communication from management, facility cleanliness concerns, security issues, and inconsistent quality of care. Some families have reported issues with theft, environmental comfort, and difficulty accessing the promised levels of service. The facility is recognized for offering a welcoming experience for many residents, though reviews suggest variability in experience depending on individual circumstances and units. Areas highlighted for improvement include management transparency, staffing reliability, enhanced security, and consistent communication with residents and families. Publicly available information indicates no significant recent changes or news about the community as of mid-2024.
Costs at this community start at $1,500 and range up to $5,055. The average price in the community is $3,100, which is less than the average price in the area of $4,861. The cost of assisted living in this area is essentially the same as the cost throughout the state. If the resident needs other services, additional services may increase the monthly cost.