Sandhill Cove, located in Palm City, Florida, is a LifeCare retirement community providing a comprehensive range of care levels, including independent living, assisted living, and skilled nursing care on its waterfront campus. Certified by Medicare and Medicaid since 1993, Sandhill Cove is equipped to support 35 current occupants and offers continuing care services that enable residents to transition seamlessly between care types should their needs change over time. The facility’s infrastructure was recently renovated, with upgrades to common areas and amenities to better serve its residents.
The range of medical support and care services at Sandhill Cove is designed to meet diverse and evolving needs. Skilled nursing and rehabilitation staff deliver expert services, including 24-hour nursing care, medication management—supported by electronic Medication Administration Records for accuracy—and comprehensive diabetic and incontinence care. Therapies provided include physical, occupational, and speech therapy, as well as massage therapy and podiatry. Memory care is available for residents with cognitive conditions, and support is offered for those with psychiatric issues. Assistance with daily living activities, such as bathing, eating, dressing, and toileting, is given at a full-assistance level where required.
Wellness and lifestyle are emphasized through access to a range of amenities and services, including a barber/beauty salon, fitness programs, organized clubs and social communities, and massage therapy. Residents benefit from laundry and dry cleaning services, ambulatory care, and specialized innovations such as QuietCare monitoring technology for safety and peace of mind. There is also a focus on resident and family engagement through counseling and both resident and family councils.
Reviews from residents and families broadly highlight the attentive, compassionate professionalism of nursing and therapeutic staff, pointing to personalized care, dignity preservation, and proactive encouragement throughout rehabilitation. The cleanliness, quality of food, robust activity program, and committed leadership are commonly noted positive aspects. However, there have been occasional concerns raised about understaffing and workplace culture, which have in rare instances impacted care consistency. Overall, Sandhill Cove presents an environment that prioritizes comprehensive care, a continuum of lifestyle options, and broad support services within an updated and well-maintained setting.
Costs at this community start at $1,992 and range up to $6,710. The average price in the community is $4,351, which is less than the average price in the area of $4,777. The cost of nursing homes 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.
