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The Springs At Shell Point Retirement Community
13901 Shell Point Plz, Fort Myers, FL 33908
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(800) 780-8101To Reach a Resident
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The Springs At Shell Point Retirement Community Description
The Springs is an assisted living facility in the Waterside neighborhood at Shell Point, featuring 105 private residences. Admission is available to both Shell Point residents, as well as outside members of the community.
Friends and family are always welcome at The Springs. In addition to each resident’s private apartment, intimate parlors, seating areas, and activity rooms provide extra opportunities for entertaining guests. Enjoy fresh air in the relaxing covered patio out front or soak up the Florida sunshine out by the pool. Transportation is easily accessible to all the recreational amenities throughout Shell Point property. Trips for shopping, recreational programs, and medical appointments provide additional personal support that help make each day easier.
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Care Types at Community
This community offers the following types of care
Assisted Living
Assisted living offers a supportive community environment with personalized care and assistance for seniors who value their independence but need help with daily activities.
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Review Summary
The following is an AI generated summary of the reviews of the community from across the web.
Shell Point Retirement Community receives mixed reviews, highlighting its extensive amenities, beautiful location, and variety of living options, but also noting some concerns, particularly in the area of communication and care in more dependent living situations.
- The community is praised for its large size, luxury options, and variety of amenities including golf, canoeing, kayaking, multiple dining options, and proximity to a hospital. Independent living units are described as spacious, with some over 2000 square feet.
- Residents and visitors appreciate the wide range of activities available, from sports like tennis and pickleball to creative outlets such as woodworking, pottery, and art studios. The community is also noted for its cultural offerings, including a theater and access to external cultural events.
- However, some reviews express concerns about the level of care and communication, particularly in the memory care and assisted living sections. One review details inconsistent visitation for a resident's spouse and lack of follow-through on communication promises, suggesting a potential issue with staffing or management attention to resident and family needs.
- Another point of contention is the waitlist and unit allocation process, with one reviewer feeling that the system does not reflect the community's stated values, suggesting a focus on financial considerations over resident preferences or seniority.
- The community's location and the quality of its facilities are consistently praised, with many noting the beauty of the campus, the quality of the food, and the variety of housing options available, from small studios to large three-bedroom units.
- Some reviews, however, mention challenges with the administration and a perceived focus on a specific clientele, which may affect the sense of community for some residents.
Overall, Shell Point Retirement Community is recommended for its amenities, location, and variety of activities and living options, but potential residents may want to inquire about care levels, communication practices, and waitlist policies.
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What is in the Neighborhood
- The closest city is Iona which is 2.2 miles away and has a population of 15,369 (small town).
- The average income is $127,667, which is very high compared to other zip codes.
- Weather
- High Temperature: 86
- Low Temperature: 65
- Average Temperature: 77.6
- Day Breakdown: The area gets 193 days of rain and 171 days of sun
- Precipitation: 1.7 inches a year
- The median age is 37.3 years old, high compared to other cities.
- 5.83% of the population are Veterans which is a high percentage of Veterans compared to other cities.
- 20.76% of the population are Foreign-born which is a high percentage of Foreign-born compared to other cities.
- The population is 0% American Indian and Alaska Native, 3% Asian, 19% Black or African-American, 20% Hispanic or Latino, and 56% White.
- The average life expectancy in zip code is 78.69 years old, which is high compared to other zip codes.
- Air Quality: Good Days 154.0, Moderate Days 27.0, Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups Days 0.0, Unhealthy Days 0.0, Very Unhealthy Days 0.0, Hazardous Days 0.0
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Supermarkets
Publix
0.5 miles awayWalmart Supercenter
2.5 miles awayWinn-Dixie Supermarket
5.0 miles awayWinn Dixie
5.5 miles awayWalmart Neighborhood Market
5.9 miles awayNone Found
Bus Stations
Gladiolus Drive @ San Carlos Boulevard
2.9 miles awayGladiolus Dr @ San Carlos Blvd
2.9 miles awayGladiolus Drive @ Hagie Drive
3.9 miles awayGladiolus Drive @ Gladiolus Preserve Circle
4.4 miles awayGladiolus Drive @ Sea Crest Boulevard
4.4 miles awayBanks
BB&T
0.5 miles awaySanibel Captiva Comunity Bank
1.9 miles awayBank of America Drive Through
2.5 miles awayBank of America
2.5 miles awaySunTrust
2.5 miles awayHospitals
HealthPark Medical Center
4.2 miles awayGolisano Children's Hospital of Southwest Florida
4.4 miles awayPark Royal Hospital
4.5 miles awayGulf Coast Medical Center
8.7 miles awayGulf Coast Medical Center Skilled Nursing Unit
8.8 miles awayPharmacies
At Cost Rx
2.3 miles awayWalmart Pharmacy
2.5 miles awayCVS Pharmacy
2.7 miles awayWalgreens
2.8 miles awayCastillo's Pharmacy
5.3 miles awayDentists
Desai Dental Studio
5.3 miles awayJoanne Dental
7.6 miles awayAcosta Dental Care
7.7 miles awayFamily Dental Care
8.7 miles awayGeneral & Restorative Dentistry
9.3 miles awayParks
Matlacha Pass National Wildlife Refuge
0.1 miles awayThe Woodlands at Shell Point
1.0 miles awayIona
1.6 miles awayGarden Plots
2.0 miles awayBowditch Point Park
2.1 miles awayNone Found
Shopping
Gulf Coast Town Center
11.6 miles awayUniversity Village Shops
13.1 miles awayGreentree Shopping Center
19.9 miles awayCoastland Center
24.9 miles awayPlaza 800
26.8 miles awayCulture
Cape Coral Arts Sudio
5.3 miles awayCape Coral Arts Studio
5.3 miles awayBarbara B Mann Performing Arts Hall
7.0 miles awayRush Auditorium
7.1 miles awayBroadway Palm Dinner Theater
9.1 miles awayRestaurants
Lighthouse Restaurant & Bar
0.5 miles awayChina Express III
2.3 miles awayOsaka Japanese Steakhouse
2.5 miles awayRib City
2.6 miles awayNauti Parrot Dock Bar
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