Amber Homecare is an assisted living community in San Diego, CA.
Information last verified:
7417 Cowles Mountain Boulevard, San Diego, CA 92119
For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318
Residents describe caregivers as professional, kind, and patient with their care.
Several residents specifically highlight the bedside manner of individual nurses, including being friendly and caring. One reviewer also notes that a home nurse takes time to address questions and concerns, rather than treating visits as routine.
Help with showers and bathing is a recurring reason families feel their loved one is safe at home.
Reviewers mention hands-on support around bathing, including helping with shower setup and offering tips to improve safety. Another resident describes feeling calmer about having someone assist with bathing after surgery, including practical help during the visit.
Some residents report frustrations with follow-through on communication, refills, and scheduling.
A few reviews describe delays or confusion around contacting a doctor and documenting calls, along with difficulty getting timely answers. Others mention medication-related issues during ongoing care, including long gaps without refills and limited responsiveness after hours. There are also accounts of scheduled visits not showing up as expected, leading to additional back-and-forth to resolve appointments.
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6 resident community capacity
Assisted Living
Cable or satellite TV
Dining room
Fully furnished
Garden
Housekeeping services
Move-in coordination
Outdoor space
Telephone
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
San Diego International-Lindbergh (12 miles away)
24-hour supervision
Activities of daily living assistance
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers Coordination with health care providers
Diabetes diet
Meal preparation and service
Medication management
Special dietary restrictions
Transportation arrangement (medical)
Transportation to doctors appointments Diabetes diet Special dietary restrictions Community-sponsored activities Scheduled daily activitiesAmber Homecare is located at 7417 Cowles Mountain Boulevard, San Diego, CA 92119 in San Diego County, California
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