Overall Review of Alexandria Manor of Nazareth
caveat
3 reviews mention this
Urine odor and cleanliness complaints
Some residents describe strong urine odor and dirty conditions on arrival.
Several reviewers mention a strong urine smell when they first walked in, along with concerns about cleanliness. One reviewer also described the smell and the overall feel as more like a nursing home than assisted living. Another report repeated the same smell concern and said they would not recommend the facility.
caveat
4 reviews mention this
Call response and staffing feel inconsistent
Residents and families report delayed help and limited responsiveness at times.
Some reviewers say staff did not respond quickly enough to needs, including problems with the call system and missed or late meal assistance. Others describe situations where help was not provided promptly or care felt limited for complex needs. One reviewer also said the facility needs improvement with checking residents more frequently. On the other hand, a few families praised attentive staff, suggesting the experience may vary by situation and coverage.
common
8 reviews mention this
Food quality and meal flexibility
Dining gets praise for taste, but some residents want more choice.
Several families liked the food, describing it as good, appetizing, nutritious, or excellent, and noting a comfortable dining atmosphere. A reviewer also said their loved one said the food was really good. Others, however, reported limited flexibility, including sending guests to buy snacks because breakfasts and lunches were not preferred. One review also complained there were no meal options and described being required to eat what was served.
common
6 reviews mention this
Activities and social life
Activities are a frequent focus, ranging from daily programs to scheduled entertainment.
Many reviewers describe an active social program with organized activities like games, chair exercises, and sing-alongs. Several say their loved ones enjoyed the activities and that the facility felt homey. One reviewer specifically mentioned bingo and other resident activities. A separate comment said they just did not socialize much, so interest in the activity level may depend on the resident.
common
13 reviews mention this
Rooms feel spacious and livable
Multiple families describe rooms that are spacious and comfortable.
Reviews commonly highlight room size and comfort, including comments that rooms are spacious, well taken care of, and livable rather than hospital-like. Some reviewers also mention furnishings that feel like home, and one described a kitchenette with a full-size refrigerator. A few reports note condition details in contrast, like shabby furnishings, but overall the room layout and comfort show up repeatedly. Cleaning was mentioned both positively and negatively, depending on the reviewer.
common
2 reviews mention this
Care support includes therapies
On-site therapy was a clear part of the care experience for some families.
Two reviewers specifically mention that on-site occupational and physical therapies were available. In both cases, they also described good care and satisfaction with the services provided. Other reviews talk about medical and daily support more broadly, but therapy availability is the only caregiving detail that is called out consistently by multiple families.
common
5 reviews mention this
Value and whatâs included monthly
Families often describe the pricing as an affordable value.
Several reviewers describe the facility as affordable or a good value for the level of care they saw. One family said a âquite a bitâ is included in the monthly payment, which helped their decision. Another reviewer said the rooms and care were a good option at an affordable rate. One review also referenced choosing the community partly for its relatively low cost.
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