Residents and families consistently describe staff who are kind and responsive.
Across the reviews, residents and families repeatedly describe staff as friendly, helpful, and focused on the people living there. Several reviewers also mention nursing and office staff being accommodating, accessible, or going above and beyond when questions come up. A few negative reviews do acknowledge individual caregivers as caring, even while expressing larger concerns about operations.
caveat4 reviews mention this
Memory care experience is mixed
Memory care is described as both supportive and, at times, troubling.
Some reviewers specifically reference the memory care unit with dementia-related concerns and say the staff and director were helpful. Others report problems they link to the memory care environment, including cleanliness concerns they noticed on a tour. One resident/family also raises serious concerns about administration, staffing, and follow-through during a late-stage memory care situation.
common7 reviews mention this
Dining gets positive mentions
Dining is frequently praised as enjoyable and well-prepared.
Several reviews mention consistently good meals and describe the food as delicious or better than expected. Others highlight the ability to accommodate diet-related needs in the dining room, including specialty diets. There is also at least one complaint describing food quality as poor and temperatures as inconsistent, which stands out against the overall praise.
common10 reviews mention this
Clean, well-kept building stands out
Many reviews note a clean, well-maintained environment.
Multiple reviewers describe the facility as clean, welcoming, and well-kept, including comments about modern spaces. Some also describe the campus as nicely maintained or “immaculate.” One negative reviewer contrasts that with a memory care area that they say smelled unpleasant and had dirty carpeting, and another complaint ties service quality and cleanliness to declining standards.
common9 reviews mention this
Activities and day trips keep residents engaged
Residents are described as having frequent activities to choose from.
Reviews commonly mention scheduled activities, including day trips and planned events, with some reviewers pointing to resident-run or director-led programming. Several families and visitors describe seeing residents engaged, smiling, or gathering for activities during their visits. The activity approach is also discussed as part of how the community feels home-like.
caveat3 reviews mention this
Fees and billing are a recurring concern
Several reviews question how fees and billing are handled.
A few reviewers say charges increased frequently and that additional costs were added as care needs changed. One review also calls out disputes over billing timing and what was promised in advance. Separately, there are complaints related to refunds and delays after a loved one’s passing.
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Features
Housing
115 resident community capacity
Types of Care
Assisted Living
Independent Living
Memory Care
Amenities
Air-conditioning
Beauty salon
Cable or satellite TV
Computer center
Dining room
Fitness room
Fully furnished
Gaming room
Garden
Housekeeping services
Kitchenette
Move-in coordination
Outdoor space
Private bathrooms
Restaurant-style dining
Small library
Telephone
Wellness center
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
Transportation
Cleveland-Hopkins International (18 miles away)
Community operated transportation
Transportation arrangement
Transportation arrangement (non-medical)
Care Services
12-16 hour nursing
24-hour call system
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
Mental wellness program
Mild cognitive impairment
Special dietary restrictions
Specialized memory care programming
Transportation arrangement (medical)
Transportation to doctors appointments
Dining
Diabetes diet
Special dietary restrictions
Activities
Community-sponsored activities
Concierge services
Fitness programs
Planned day trips
Resident-run activities
Scheduled daily activities
Nearby Places of Interest
Hospitals
The Children's Center of Medina County (0.3 miles)
Medina Medical Office Building (1.6 miles)
Medina General Hospital (7 miles)
Lodi Community Hospital (10.1 miles)
Akron General Radiology (10.7 miles)
Lodi Community Hospital (10.7 miles)
Pharmacies
Rite Aid (0.4 miles)
Discount Drug Mart (0.4 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (0.8 miles)
Marc's Pharmacy (0.8 miles)
Discount Drug Mart (2.3 miles)
Discount Drug Mart (6 miles)
Discount Drug Mart (6.3 miles)
Cafes
Cool Beans Cafe (0.5 miles)
Panera Bread (7 miles)
Starbucks (12 miles)
Parks
Buckeye Woods Park (0.5 miles)
Fred Greenwood Park (1.9 miles)
Hinkley Reservation (9.4 miles)
Green Leaf Park (10.2 miles)
Memorial Park (10.9 miles)
Durling Park (11 miles)
Restaurants
Jo Jo's Sports Bar & Grill (0.7 miles)
Los CantRitos (1.1 miles)
McDonald's (2.2 miles)
Bob Evans (3.8 miles)
Blue Heron Brewery (4.1 miles)
On Tap Medina (4.4 miles)
Roadside Inn (4.7 miles)
Places of Worship
St Francis Xavier Catholic Church (1 miles)
St Ambrose Endowment Foundation (7.4 miles)
Seville Presbyterian Church (9.1 miles)
Wadsworth Church of the Nazarene (10.2 miles)
Grace Lutheran Church (11 miles)
Ghent Christian Church (11 miles)
First Church of God (11.1 miles)
Physicians
Trillium Creek Dermatology & Surgery Center (2 miles)
Echelon Assisted Living offers a comprehensive range of features that are essential for residents with dementia or Alzheimer's disease, ensuring their safety and promoting their overall well-being. Assistance with dressing and bathing helps maintain personal hygiene and dignity, while medication management ensures that residents adhere to their prescribed treatment plans, minimizing confusion around dosages. Meal preparation provides nutritious options tailored to individual dietary needs, supporting both physical health and routine. Transportation arrangements facilitate access to medical appointments, enhancing continuity of care through coordination with healthcare providers. Support for activities of daily living, along with 24-hour supervision, ensures that residents receive the necessary help when they need it most, offering peace of mind for families. Echelon's mental wellness program and specialized memory care programming engage residents cognitively and socially, fostering connections that enhance quality of life while addressing the challenges posed by mild cognitive impairment. Overall, these features create an environment conducive to safety, comfort, and engagement for those navigating the complexities of memory-related conditions.
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Dementia, including Alzheimer’s disease, is often mischaracterized in terms of lethality as it leads to complications that can be fatal rather than being a direct cause of death; it causes a progressive decline in cognitive and physical health, making patients vulnerable to infections and other health crises. Effective management of nutrition, hydration, and communication is crucial in patient care, with palliative care becoming vital in advanced stages to enhance comfort and quality of life while caregivers play a key role amidst the challenges posed by the disease.
Reminiscence therapy helps individuals with dementia recall past memories through structured discussions and meaningful objects, enhancing mood, relationships, and sense of identity while celebrating their lives. It can be practiced in formal settings or at home, requiring sensitivity to personal histories and cultural backgrounds.
Reminiscence therapy is a structured method for older adults, especially those with dementia, to share life stories using prompts and sensory cues, fostering emotional well-being, social engagement, and self-identity. It aims to improve quality of life by enhancing interpersonal connections and cognitive stimulation while requiring careful facilitation to avoid distressing memories.
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115 resident community capacity
Assisted Living
Independent Living
Memory Care
Air-conditioning
Beauty salon
Cable or satellite TV
Computer center
Dining room
Fitness room
Fully furnished
Gaming room
Garden
Housekeeping services
Kitchenette
Move-in coordination
Outdoor space
Private bathrooms
Restaurant-style dining
Small library
Telephone
Wellness center
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
Cleveland-Hopkins International (18 miles away)
Community operated transportation
12-16 hour nursing
24-hour call system
Activities of daily living assistance
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers
Diabetes diet
Medication management
Mental wellness program
Special dietary restrictions
Transportation arrangement (medical)
Concierge services
Planned day trips
Multiple care levels (independent, assisted, memory care) with diabetic care.
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