Laverne Senior Carehome

Pros

• The home maintained a clean environment for the residents.
• The presence of a Kaiser therapist provided opportunities for physical exercises.
• The staff was attentive to the residents' needs during their care routines.
• The facility offered a supportive community with other residents present.

Cons

• The resident disliked the food, finding it to be inexpensive and bland.
• She was unhappy with the long periods spent in her wheelchair from morning until evening without adequate breaks.
• The lack of privacy in shared rooms made her uncomfortable, especially during personal care activities.
• She felt exposed during bedpan use due to insufficient privacy between residents.
• Limited activities available left her feeling unengaged and unsatisfied.
• Communication barriers arose when staff spoke in their native language, causing irritation for the resident who couldn’t understand them.

Review

The experience of caring for elderly loved ones in assisted living facilities can often be a challenging one, marked by both hopes and disappointments. For many families, choosing the right care environment is crucial to maintaining their loved one's well-being and happiness. One such facility that has come under scrutiny is Laverne Place, where a resident's experiences paint a nuanced picture of the daily realities faced within its walls.

At Laverne Place, a private home housing five residents, the overall atmosphere and quality of care left much to be desired for one particular resident’s family member. The initial hope was that the environment would provide comfort and support; however, this was quickly challenged by the logistical routines imposed on the residents. A particularly concerning aspect was the waking schedule. Residents were routinely awoken at 7:00 or 8:00 in the morning and placed in wheelchairs for extended periods—often from breakfast until dinner around 5:00 PM. After they dined, they were returned to bed for the remainder of the night. This long duration spent either seated or confined in bed raised serious concerns about comfort and dignity.

Compounding these issues was a lack of privacy that residents experienced within shared accommodations—specifically two-person rooms with little division between them. In instances where personal care was needed, such as when using bedpans, there were no barriers separating individuals during what are typically intimate moments. This lack of discretion not only undermined individual dignity but also contributed significantly to feelings of discomfort among those residing at Laverne Place.

Another area where residents felt let down was in regard to food quality. The meals provided were described as inexpensive and basic—certainly not gourmet or tailored to individual tastes or nutritional needs. While it might not have been outright terrible, reviewers characterized it as bland and uninspired. For many seniors, mealtime is an essential part of their day; therefore, subpar dining experiences can have a ripple effect on overall satisfaction with life in such facilities.

Activities offered at Laverne Place seemed limited as well, which may contribute negatively to residents' mental health and engagement levels. Aside from outside therapy led by a Kaiser therapist—a commendable effort toward physical rehabilitation—the reviews indicated minimal stimulation beyond basic physical care routines. Social activities or recreational options could enhance communal bonds among residents while enriching their day-to-day lives; however, such opportunities appeared sparse.

An additional point of contention came from communication barriers between staff members and residents due to language differences. In situations where two staff members conversed in their native language while attending to care duties in front of residents who did not understand those discussions created an uncomfortable atmosphere for some seniors who felt excluded from conversations happening about them or around them.

In summary, while Laverne Place maintains cleanliness and offers some aspects of healthcare through therapy sessions, numerous challenges undermine its effectiveness as an ideal living arrangement for elderly individuals seeking both assistance and community engagement. From rigid schedules that leave little room for individuality to shortcomings in meal preparation and social interaction opportunities—these elements collectively shaped a less-than-favorable impression on both residents like the reviewer’s mother and their concerned families alike.

Pharmacies

• CVS Pharmacy (0.2 miles)
• Walgreens (1 miles)
• CVS Pharmacy (1.1 miles)
• Target Pharmacy (1.4 miles)
• CVS Pharmacy (1.5 miles)
• The Medicine Shoppe Pharmacy (2.1 miles)
• Walgreens (2.2 miles)

Parks

• Melody Park (1 miles)
• Cottonwood Park & Dog Run (3.7 miles)
• Railroad Park (4.2 miles)

Physicians

• K&H Dental (1 miles)
• Fogg Remington Eyecare (1.1 miles)
• 420 Canicare (2.7 miles)
• Ben Magleby, DDS Family Dentist (3 miles)
• Magnolia Pediatrics (3.1 miles)
• Nadeem Rahman, MD (3.3 miles)
• Ahroon Carl Richard MD (3.4 miles)

Restaurants

• Taco Bell (1.1 miles)
• McDonald's (1.1 miles)
• Snowhite Drive-In (1.2 miles)
• Chipotle Mexican Grill (1.2 miles)
• IHOP (1.3 miles)
• Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers (1.3 miles)
• Huckleberry's (1.4 miles)

Cafes

• Panera Bread (1.2 miles)
• Kuppa Joy Coffee House (2.3 miles)
• Dutch Bros Coffee (2.9 miles)
• Starbucks (3 miles)
• Collect Coffee Bar (3.2 miles)

Places of Worship

• Clovis Christian Church (1.8 miles)
• First Baptist Church Of Clovis (2.8 miles)
• New Harvest Church (3.7 miles)
• St Paul Newman Center (4.7 miles)

Transportation

• Fresno Yosemite International Airport (FAT) (2.7 miles)
• Baggage Claim (2.8 miles)
• Fresno Yosemite International Airport, Cell Phone Waiting Area (2.8 miles)

Hospitals

• Kaiser Permanente Health Care (3.1 miles)
• Clovis Community Hospital Surgery Department (3.4 miles)
• Sante Health Systems (4.4 miles)

Theaters

• Maya Cinemas Fresno 16 (3.3 miles)