A Loving Heart Senior Care

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A Loving Heart Senior Care

A Loving Heart Senior Care

28 Wales Street, Thousand Oaks, CA 91360

For more information about senior living options: (844) 490-3973

3.8 from 13 reviews
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Assisted Living Board and Care Home

Pricing

A Loving Heart Senior Care offers competitive pricing for its services, particularly when compared to both Ventura County and the broader California market. For semi-private accommodations, A Loving Heart charges $4,500 per month, which is notably higher than the county average of $3,438 and the state average of $3,333. In contrast, their private room option is priced at $5,000 monthly; this also surpasses both local and state averages - Ventura County's average being $4,082 and California's at $3,939. While A Loving Heart Senior Care's costs are above regional norms, they may reflect an emphasis on personalized care or amenities that could justify the premium for potential residents seeking a higher level of service.

Room TypeA Loving Heart Senior CareVentura CountyCalifornia
Semi-Private$4,500$3,438$3,333
Private$5,000$4,082$3,939

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    Overall Review

    Pros

    • pro The staff at A Loving Heart Senior Care treated a relative with kindness and provided noticeable improvements in their well-being.
    • pro The owners and staff at a local board and care facility did an amazing job of addressing the needs and challenges of a neglected aunt, resulting in significant improvements in her quality of life.
    • pro A Loving Heart Senior Care was chosen for its cleanliness, attentive staff, and wonderful food, making it a recommended community for seniors.
    • pro A Loving Heart Senior Care provided exceptional care and support to a mother during her final months, treating her with love, care, and kindness.
    • pro As a healthcare professional, the reviewer found A Loving Heart Senior Care to be wonderfully run, with caring and reliable staff providing excellent personalized care.
    • pro The owner-administrator of A Loving Heart Senior Care was praised for being professional, knowledgeable, and providing great care to the reviewer's father.
    • pro The community at A Loving Heart Senior Care was described as clean and offering good meals, making it a recommended choice for families seeking a great place for their loved ones.
    • pro Some statements have been paraphrased or combined for brevity and clarity.

    Cons

    • pro The owner had a bombastic personality and a hair-trigger temper.
    • pro The staff at the facility were neglectful and the mother had a stage 3 bedsore.
    • pro The strict visiting guidelines and lack of communication raised concerns about what was happening behind closed doors.
    • pro The care facility was argumentative, expensive, and unwilling to provide care records.
    • pro Moving the parent to another facility resulted in significant improvement at half the price.
    • pro A negative experience with poor communication and drugging loved ones.
    • pro Another negative experience with poor communication, expense, and lack of care records.
    • pro Moving the parent to another facility led to dramatic improvement at a lower cost.

    Review

    A Loving Heart Senior Care Facility: Providing Compassionate and Professional Care

    A Loving Heart Senior Care facility has garnered mixed reviews from individuals who have had experience with the services provided. While some reviewers express concerns about certain aspects of the facility, others highlight the caring and professional nature of the staff and commend the improvements seen in their loved ones. This article aims to provide an overview of these reviews, shedding light on both positive and negative experiences at A Loving Heart.

    Positive Experiences: One reviewer shares their gratitude for the friendly staff members and educated doctors who provided exceptional care for their relative. The staff's daily efforts to console and engage with their loved one led to noticeable improvements in their well-being. Another individual recommends this facility, emphasizing its cleanliness, proactive staff, and a wide array of activities that keep residents occupied.

    Additionally, another reviewer recounts how they referred their cousin to this board-and-care facility when her previous residence closed down due to financial constraints. Despite arriving in a neglectful state, the owner and staff at A Loving Heart successfully revived their aunt's spirit by addressing her needs effectively. They praise the loving care, compassion, and round-the-clock support that significantly improved her quality of life.

    Concerns Raised: On the other hand, negative feedback centers around poor communication and argumentative behavior displayed by some staff members. There are also claims about exorbitant prices associated with minimal care quality. Several reviewers express dissatisfaction with medication practices suggesting that residents may be excessively drugged for convenience purposes rather than receiving tailored care.

    Moreover, there are mentions of inadequate record keeping which raises questions about transparency regarding resident treatment plans. Some reviewers point out strict visiting guidelines that seemingly contradict contractual agreements, leading them to question what might occur behind closed doors.

    While opinions on A Loving Heart Senior Care vary greatly between positive and negative experiences, it is important to consider different perspectives when evaluating its services. Positive reviews highlight compassionate staff, cleanliness, and engaging activities that lead to significant improvements in residents' well-being. On the other hand, concerns raised regarding communication issues, high costs, medication practices, and strict visiting guidelines should be taken into account when making decisions about senior care.

    Ultimately, prospective residents and their families are encouraged to conduct thorough research on this facility and consider potential alternatives based on their unique needs. The introduction of Esters Law suggests the possibility of implementing surveillance measures in residents' rooms, offering an additional layer of transparency in senior care facilities.

    Features

    Housing

    • 6 resident community capacity 6 resident community capacity

    Types of Care

    • Assisted Living Assisted Living
    • Board and Care Home Board and Care Home

    Pets

    • Dogs allowed Dogs allowed

    Amenities

    • Activities off-site Activities off-site
    • Activities on-site Activities on-site
    • Bath tubs Bath tubs
    • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
    • Devotional services off-site Devotional services off-site
    • Devotional services on-site Devotional services on-site
    • Dining room Dining room
    • Fully furnished Fully furnished
    • Garden Garden
    • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
    • Indoor common areas Indoor common areas
    • Move-in coordination Move-in coordination
    • Outdoor common areas Outdoor common areas
    • Outdoor space Outdoor space
    • Private Private
    • Private bathrooms Private bathrooms
    • Telephone Telephone
    • Wheelchair accessible showers Wheelchair accessible showers
    • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet Wi-Fi/high-speed internet

    Care Services

    • 24-hour supervision 24-hour supervision
    • Activities of daily living assistance Activities of daily living assistance
    • Assistance with bathing Assistance with bathing
    • Assistance with dressing Assistance with dressing
    • Assistance with transfers Assistance with transfers
    • Coordination with health care providers Coordination with health care providers
    • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
    • Diabetic care Diabetic care
    • High acuity care High acuity care
    • Incontinence care Incontinence care
    • Meal preparation and service Meal preparation and service
    • Medication management Medication management
    • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions
    • Transportation arrangement (medical) Transportation arrangement (medical)
    • Transportation to doctors appointments Transportation to doctors appointments

    Dining

    • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
    • Meals provided Meals provided
    • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions
    • Vegetarian Vegetarian

    Activities

    • Activities off-site Activities off-site
    • Activities on-site Activities on-site
    • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
    • Devotional activities offsite Devotional activities offsite
    • Devotional activities on-site Devotional activities on-site
    • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities

    Description

    A Loving Heart Senior Care in Thousand Oaks, CA is a board and care home facility that provides personalized assistance and a comfortable living environment for seniors. Our community offers various amenities such as on-site activities, fully furnished rooms, and beautiful gardens for residents to enjoy.

    We strive to cater to the individual needs of our residents by providing services like assistance with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and transfers. Our trained staff also coordinate with healthcare providers to ensure that all medical needs are met.

    For those with specific dietary requirements, we offer special meal options including diabetic and vegetarian diets. We understand the importance of social engagement and offer a range of activities both on-site and in the community to keep our residents active and involved.

    Conveniently located near several cafes, parks, pharmacies, physicians' offices, restaurants, places of worship, theaters, and hospitals, our community allows easy access to essential services and entertainment options.

    At A Loving Heart Senior Care, we pride ourselves on creating a warm and compassionate environment where seniors can receive the care they need while enjoying an enriching lifestyle.

    Nearby Places of Interest

    This part of Thousand Oaks, California, offers a convenient location with a variety of amenities nearby. There are several pharmacies within a few miles for easy access to medical supplies, along with reputable healthcare providers specializing in different fields. Numerous dining options ranging from fast food to casual dining are available just a short drive away. Additionally, there are cafes where you can relax and socialize with friends or family. Nearby hospitals provide quality medical care, while theaters offer entertainment options. Parks and places of worship are also within close proximity, providing opportunities for outdoor activities and spiritual fulfillment. Overall, this area provides a well-rounded environment for seniors looking for convenience and a sense of community in their daily lives.

    Pharmacies

    • CVS Pharmacy (0.5 miles)
    • CVS Pharmacy (1 miles)
    • Walgreens (2.1 miles)
    • CVS Pharmacy (2.1 miles)
    • CVS Pharmacy (2.9 miles)
    • Medicine Shoppe (3 miles)
    • Burt's Pharmacy and Compounding Lab (3.1 miles)

    Physicians

    • Dr Cohen - Rheumatology (0.6 miles)
    • Lakeside Community Health Care: Singh Juhee L MD (0.6 miles)
    • Kumar Vijay MD (1 miles)
    • Sarosey Charles MD (1 miles)
    • Los Robles Conejo MRI Center (1 miles)
    • Dr Eugene S. Ahn (1.1 miles)
    • Gastroenterology Center of Thousand Oaks (1.1 miles)

    Restaurants

    • Chick-Fil-A (0.7 miles)
    • The Cheesecake Factory (1 miles)
    • tarantula Hill Brewing Company (1.1 miles)
    • Namaste Spiceland (1.2 miles)
    • Del Taco (2.1 miles)
    • Taco Bell (2.2 miles)
    • In-N-Out Burger (2.3 miles)

    Cafes

    • Starbucks (0.7 miles)
    • Lazy Dog Cafe (1 miles)
    • Starbucks (1.5 miles)
    • Starbucks (2 miles)
    • Starbucks (2.3 miles)
    • Starbucks (3.1 miles)
    • Tifa Chocolate & Gelato (5.6 miles)

    Hospitals

    • Koveos, Efthimios DDS (1 miles)
    • Los Robles Hospital Cancer Center (1 miles)
    • Thousand Oaks Surgical Hospital (1.4 miles)
    • Westlake Surgical Center (3.8 miles)

    Theaters

    • AMC DINE-IN Thousand Oaks 14 (1 miles)

    Parks

    • Conejo Creek South Park (1.1 miles)
    • Thousand Oaks Community Center and Park (1.4 miles)
    • Conejo Creek Park (1.4 miles)
    • Oak Brook Park (2.3 miles)
    • Sapwi Trails Community Park (2.9 miles)
    • Westlake Village Community Park (4.9 miles)
    • Dos Vientos Community Park (6.3 miles)

    Places of Worship

    • Calvary Community Church (4.8 miles)

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