Magnolia Trails at Market Street in Tarpon Springs, FL, is a specialized memory care community dedicated to serving individuals living with Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia. It is part of Market Street Memory Care Residences by Watercrest Senior Living Group, a provider known for its focus on innovative, evidence-based approaches to memory care. The community is purpose-built, featuring secure, thoughtfully designed environments to promote safety and independence for residents with memory impairment.
The facility provides memory care as its primary level of service, with access to on-site podiatry and other visiting healthcare professionals, such as physical, occupational, and speech therapists. Staff are trained specifically in dementia care, utilizing Market Street’s proprietary programming like "Market Moments," which encourages meaningful engagement and connection. Care services include full assistance with activities of daily living such as bathing, eating, dressing, grooming, toileting, and mobility support. Residents benefit from individualized care plans tailored to their unique needs, which are regularly updated in collaboration with families and healthcare providers.
Programming and activities are intentionally crafted to engage cognitive abilities, maintain skills, and foster socialization. Residents can participate in daily events such as art therapy, music therapy, sensory activities, gardening, and fitness classes designed for those with dementia. The community features a secure courtyard, walking paths, and themed sensory stations to stimulate reminiscence and encourage movement. Market Plaza, the signature heart of the community, offers a simulated small-town environment with a bakery, newsstand, post office, and flower shop to provide familiar experiences and encourage interaction.
Accommodations at Magnolia Trails include spacious, private or companion suites with emergency call systems, large bathrooms, and comfortable furnishings. Rooms are designed to reduce confusion, with clear signage and wayfinding cues. Housekeeping, laundry, and maintenance services are included, allowing residents to focus on enjoying their day-to-day lives.
Magnolia Trails emphasizes a philosophy of fostering independence and dignity specific to memory care needs, distinct from assisted living or skilled nursing settings. The staff-to-resident ratio exceeds industry standards, supporting personalized attention and safety. Nutrition is also a focus, with chef-prepared meals served in a family-style dining setting to encourage appetite and social interaction.
Family and resident reviews reflect widely varying experiences at the community. Some highlight concerns regarding care quality, such as inadequate communication during emergencies, inconsistent resident monitoring, and leadership’s responsiveness, with mentions of high staff turnover and lapses in reporting health incidents. Conversely, other reviews describe a welcoming atmosphere, attentive staff, clear leadership communication, and effective engagement of residents. Magnolia Trails is part of Market Street Memory Care Residences, with amenities and services structured to support the well-being of those with memory-related conditions while maintaining a secure and supportive setting. The community also offers support groups, educational resources, and regular family events to help loved ones stay connected and informed throughout the care journey.
Costs at this community start at $6,695 and range up to $6,795. The average price in the community is $6,745, which is more than the average price in the area of $4,887. The cost of memory care 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.
