Friends Homes At Guilford

Pros

• "The staff was very professional."
• "The facility was very nice and newly remodeled, and it looked like it was very up-to-date as far as the decor."
• "The food was very good."
• "The people are very nice."
• "It seemed caring, and they certainly gave us the full benefit with the three steps going down."
• "The workers are also pretty good."
• "They have everything in terms of amenities."
• "The ones that we know never mention anything bad that ever happens."
• "It is a very nice facility."
• "I gained a strong appreciation for not only the wealth of knowledge senior citizens have, but also for the importance of giving back and taking care of the elderly."

Cons

• "Since management changed from Quakerly influenced to BriteSpire, formerly PHI, quality of life and services have declined drastically."
• "We now have a cold simulated 5 Star restaurant with the cheapest vegetables available and fake meats."
• "Sandwiches have also been moved to the Guilford campus, making it inconvenient for handicapped residents."
• "The admissions director gave the impression that our presence was somehow not wanted."
• "The facility smelled like urine and many patients were in discomfort."
• "No one greeted me at the door and I couldn't even find the charge nurse."
• "I left after about 20 minutes because I became literally disgusted with everything."

Review

Since the management changed from Quakerly influenced to BriteSpire, formerly PHI, there have been a decline in quality of life and services at West. One major inconvenience is that the dining room has been relocated to the Guilford campus, which is a mile away. This means that residents have to go in rain, cold or snow to get their meals. This is especially inconvenient for handicapped residents with walkers or scooters. The new dining room is described as a cold simulated 5-star restaurant serving cheap vegetables and fake meats. In addition, sandwiches have also been moved to the Guilford campus, making it even more inconvenient for residents.

On the other hand, Friends Homes at Guilford received positive reviews for its professional staff and newly remodeled facility. The place was described as very big and up-to-date in terms of decor. The food was also praised as being good, and there were various amenities such as a library and beautiful grounds. The apartments themselves were said to be nice.

Another reviewer had positive experiences with Friends Homes before their wife passed away. They mentioned that while they liked the place overall, they were disappointed by the lack of covered parking. However, they highlighted the nice staff, good food, and range of amenities available.

However, not all experiences with Friends Homes were positive. One person mentioned their disappointment with the admissions process. They felt like their presence was not wanted and wondered if race played a role in this treatment. They expressed hope that race does not impact the admission process as it would degrade the whole Quaker aspect of the facility.

Other reviewers had more positive experiences at Friends Homes at Guilford. They highlighted how caring the staff seemed and praised the variety of activities provided for residents. The different types of apartments available were also mentioned, ranging from studio apartments to two-bedroom options.

In contrast to these positive reviews, one person had a negative experience when visiting Friends Home West in Greensboro. They were put off by the smell and observed that many patients seemed to be in discomfort. The lack of staff attention was also noted, leading them to leave after just 20 minutes and not recommend the place.

Despite this negative review, another reviewer found Friends Homes to be a delightful place to spend the golden years. They highlighted the easy and convenient parking, welcoming staff, well-maintained bathrooms, and happy residents.

Overall, it appears that experiences at Friends Homes are mixed. While some reviewers had positive experiences with the staff, amenities, and food, others encountered issues with admissions and quality of care. It is important for potential residents and their families to thoroughly research and visit the facility before making a decision.

Cafes

• Starbucks (0.5 miles)
• Starbucks (2.5 miles)
• Caribou Coffee (3.5 miles)
• Starbucks (3.5 miles)
• Starbucks (4 miles)
• Panera Bread (4.1 miles)
• Panera Bread (5.7 miles)

Pharmacies

• Walmart Pharmacy (0.5 miles)
• CVS Pharmacy (2.5 miles)
• Walmart Pharmacy (2.5 miles)
• CVS Pharmacy (3.9 miles)
• Walgreens (4.4 miles)
• Walgreens (5.3 miles)
• Walgreens (5.4 miles)

Physicians

• Eagle Family Medicine (0.6 miles)
• Guilford Family Dentistry (2 miles)
• Northwest Pediatrics (2.5 miles)
• Greensboro Imaging (2.9 miles)
• Nh New Garden Med Asso (3 miles)
• Eagle Family Medicine at Brassfield (3 miles)
• Eagle Family Medicine At Triad (3 miles)

Restaurants

• Kickback Jack's (1.7 miles)
• Pho Hien Vuong (2.3 miles)
• Golden Corral (2.5 miles)
• Spare Time Greensboro (2.5 miles)
• Cracker Barrel (2.5 miles)
• Nazareth Bread (2.5 miles)
• Chick-Fil-A (2.6 miles)

Places of Worship

• Christ United Methodist Church (2.7 miles)
• Lindley Park Baptist Church (3 miles)
• Pinecroft Baptist Church (5.7 miles)
• Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church (8 miles)
• South Plainfield Friends Meeting (20.6 miles)

Theaters

• AMC CLASSIC Greensboro 18 (3 miles)
• Regal Greensboro Grande & RPX (3.2 miles)
• Regal Palladium & IMAX (5.5 miles)

Hospitals

• Bethany Cardiology (6.2 miles)
• Wake Forest Univ Bapt Med Center (20.4 miles)

Parks

• Union Cross Park (14.1 miles)
• Salem Lake Trail (16.8 miles)
• Springwood Park (19.4 miles)