Golden Years Care Home

Pros

• The house is clean and well-maintained.
• The staff members live in the building, allowing them to know the residents better.
• There is an RN on call for medical assistance when needed.
• Activities like TV and bingo provide entertainment for the residents.
• Hospice services are available for additional support.

Cons

• The staff members did not seem close with the residents.
• The reviewer was not really impressed with the staff.
• There is a lack of engagement from the staff towards the residents.
• The overall impression of the home was that it’s not bad but not great.
• The reviewer would not want to place someone in that home.

Review

In assessing the quality of an assisted living facility with six residents, several key aspects emerge from a recent review. The environment appears to be adequately maintained, as indicated by the cleanliness observed during the visit. The building meets basic expectations in terms of hygiene and overall upkeep, which is a fundamental requirement for any residential care setting. However, while the physical condition of the home is satisfactory, concerns arise regarding the interpersonal dynamics between staff and residents.

The staffing structure at this facility comprises two live-in staff members responsible for essential services such as cooking, cleaning, and laundry. This arrangement allows for a consistent daily routine that can foster familiarity and comfort for the residents. In addition to these primary staff members, there are provisions for additional personnel who come in as needed when regular staff members are unavailable due to illness or other issues. This system illustrates a level of planning aimed at ensuring that care does not lapse; however, it raises questions about continuity of care and whether short-term staff can develop meaningful relationships with residents.

Included in the facility's support system is an RN (Registered Nurse) who is on-call along with another RN who provides relief coverage. Having nursing support available means that medical needs can be attended to promptly when necessary—a vital aspect when considering healthcare within assisted living environments. This feature might provide families with some assurance regarding their loved ones' health management; nevertheless, it does not address some fundamental concerns about daily engagement and emotional support offered by caregivers at this facility.

Most notably, activities play a critical role in enriching residents’ lives, particularly social engagements such as watching television or playing bingo—both popular pastimes mentioned in the review. While these activities certainly contribute to entertainment and socialization opportunities for seniors, they may also suggest a lack of diversity in engagement options or stimulation beyond passive entertainment. A more varied activity program could potentially enhance well-being by promoting cognitive function and providing deeper connections among residents.

Despite these considerations regarding cleanliness and availability of nursing support, what lingers as a significant concern is the apparent disconnect between staff members and those they care for. Descriptions suggest that although the live-in staff know the residents because they share living spaces, there seems to be a lack of closeness or rapport between them. Relationships built on trust and empathy are crucial within caregiving contexts; hence this perceived emotional distance raises red flags about how well residents’ emotional or personal needs are being met.

Ultimately, while this assisted living facility fulfills basic operational requirements such as cleanliness, staffing presence, and access to healthcare resources—these factors alone do not guarantee an exceptional standard of care or life quality for its residents. It’s imperative to consider not just functional aspects but also relational dynamics within caregiving environments. As such, although functionality speaks positively on some fronts, it fails to resonate sufficiently when evaluating comfort levels needed for placing loved ones in this residence long term—leading to an overall impression that while “not bad,” it certainly lacks greatness that many families search for when entrusting their family members into assisted living care.

Pharmacies

• Walgreens (0.6 miles)
• CVS Pharmacy (2 miles)
• Walgreens (2.2 miles)
• CVS Pharmacy (2.5 miles)
• Walgreens (2.8 miles)
• Bashas' Pharmacy (2.9 miles)
• Walgreens (3 miles)

Restaurants

• McDonald's (0.7 miles)
• Chick-Fil-A (0.7 miles)
• Chili's Grill & Bar (0.8 miles)
• Nando's Mexican Cafe (1.3 miles)
• What the Hell Bar & Grill (2.5 miles)
• IHOP (2.8 miles)
• Applebee's (4.1 miles)

Physicians

• Oasis Obstetrics and Gynecology (1.6 miles)
• Skyline Medicine (1.7 miles)
• Cvam (2.9 miles)
• Valley Endocrine Associates (2.9 miles)
• Banner Imaging East Mesa (3.1 miles)
• Glick Ronald M Do (4.6 miles)
• Allen Family Medicine (5 miles)

Cafes

• The Human Bean (2.5 miles)
• Over Easy (4.1 miles)
• Dutch Bros Coffee (5.3 miles)
• Starbucks (5.6 miles)
• Starbucks (5.9 miles)
• McDonald’s (5.9 miles)
• Panera Bread (6.8 miles)

Transportation

• Falcon Field Airport (MSC) (3.1 miles)

Places of Worship

• Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints (3.8 miles)
• Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints (7.9 miles)

Theaters

• Superstition Springs 25 (4.5 miles)
• AMC Superstition East 12 (6.5 miles)

Parks

• Skyline Park (4.8 miles)
• Greenfield Park (5.1 miles)
• Riparian Preserve at Water Ranch (6.9 miles)
• Finley Farms Park (8.4 miles)