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Parkview Julian Convalescent in Bakersfield, CA

Parkview Julian Convalescent is a nursing home community in Bakersfield, CA.

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Parkview Julian Convalescent in Bakersfield, CA

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  • Interior

    A quiet hallway in a healthcare facility with doors leading to various rooms.
  • Decor

    A cozy living room space featuring comfortable chairs, a gated area, and warm colors.
  • Building

    A view of a storefront with large windows and a parking area in front.
  • Trees

    A view of a residential building with trees and a clear blue sky.
  • Dining

    A vibrant gathering at a care center where residents enjoy meals and socialize together.
  • Lighting

    A clean, well-lit hallway in a building, featuring polished floors and doors along the sides.
  • Outdoor

    A view of a motel courtyard featuring well-maintained grass and potted plants.
  • Healthcare

    A sign indicating the Parkview Julian Convalescent Hospital.

1801 Julian Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93304

For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318

3.6 from 60 reviews
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Overall Review of Parkview Julian Convalescent

common 20 reviews mention this

Caring, friendly staff comes through

Residents and families frequently describe staff as caring, helpful, and friendly.

Many reviewers say the staff is kind, supportive, and responsive, including nurses and CNAs they credit with day-to-day help and encouragement. Several also mention specific people who stood out for being attentive or compassionate. A smaller group of reviews is far more critical, describing neglect, unprofessional behavior, or not assisting when help is requested.

common 10 reviews mention this

Food quality is a recurring topic

Dining quality is frequently praised, with multiple mentions of food improvements.

Reviewers often point to the meals as a positive, including comments that food service was outstanding and that food has improved over time. Some reviewers also pair food praise with overall care satisfaction. A few negative reviews focus more on medical and safety concerns than on meals, so the dining theme is mostly about satisfaction rather than a core complaint.

  • A vibrant gathering at a care center where residents enjoy meals and socialize together.
  • An elderly person enjoying a meal at a dining facility.
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Rehab and therapy support stands out

Several residents describe strong physical therapy and rehab experiences.

Some reviewers describe the PT and rehab team as excellent, including one cardiac rehab patient who credits daily therapy work for regaining stability after discharge. Others mention that rehab staff and therapy help made a meaningful difference. There are also critical reviews that complain about medical follow-through, which suggests experiences vary by unit and situation.

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Activities keep residents engaged

Activities and recreation are commonly mentioned as a bright spot.

Multiple reviewers highlight an active activities program, calling out events like bingo and other scheduled engagement. Some describe activities staff members as especially friendly and making sure residents have a good time. For others, the biggest concerns are care delays or communication problems, but the activity program is still frequently described positively.

caveat 3 reviews mention this

Phone and call-light response issues

Some reviews report difficulty reaching staff or getting timely help.

A few reviewers say the facility can be hard to contact, including phones not being answered and trouble reaching the nurse station. Others describe delays after calling for help, including not getting pain medication in time. While many reviews are positive about staff, these communication issues are a clear recurring complaint.

caveat 7 reviews mention this

Medical care and safety concerns

Several reviews raise serious concerns about care, safety, and accountability.

Multiple critical reviews describe failures that affected resident safety, including pressure wound issues and complaints that staff did not respond appropriately to medical needs. Some also report problems related to appointments and discharge information, along with concerns about staff following instructions. At the same time, other reviewers describe excellent nursing and therapy, so the feedback on safety and medical oversight is inconsistent.

How we summarize

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Features

Housing

  • 99 resident community capacity 99 resident community capacity

Types of Care

  • Skilled Nursing Facility Skilled Nursing Facility

Amenities

  • Air-conditioning Air-conditioning
  • Beauty salon Beauty salon
  • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
  • Computer center Computer center
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Fitness room Fitness room
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Gaming room Gaming room
  • Garden Garden
  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • Kitchenette Kitchenette
  • Move-in coordination Move-in coordination
  • Outdoor space Outdoor space
  • Private bathrooms Private bathrooms
  • Restaurant-style dining Restaurant-style dining
  • Small library Small library
  • Telephone Telephone
  • Wellness center Wellness center
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

  • Meadows (8 miles away) Meadows (8 miles away)
  • Community operated transportation Community operated transportation
  • Transportation arrangement Transportation arrangement
  • Transportation arrangement (non-medical) Transportation arrangement (non-medical)
  • Transportation to doctors appointments Transportation to doctors appointments

Care Services

  • 12-16 hour nursing 12-16 hour nursing
  • 24-hour call system 24-hour call system
  • 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
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Meal preparation and service Meal preparation and service
  • Medication management Medication management
  • Mental wellness program Mental wellness program
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Dining

  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Activities

  • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
  • Concierge services Concierge services
  • Fitness programs Fitness programs
  • Planned day trips Planned day trips
  • Resident-run activities Resident-run activities
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities

Nearby Places of Interest

Located in Bakersfield, California, this neighborhood offers a variety of amenities within close proximity, making it convenient for seniors looking to settle in the area. There are several pharmacies nearby, ensuring easy access to necessary medications. A range of dining options are available including fast food chains like Sonic Drive-In and Burger King, as well as local favorites like Mossman Southwest and Tacos El Toro. Medical facilities such as Biomat Plasma Center and South Bakersfield Community Health Center are also within reach for healthcare needs. For recreation, residents can enjoy outings to the Reading Cinemas Valley Plaza with IMAX or Maya Bakersfield 16 theaters, while transportation options like the GET Bus Southwest Transit Depot and Amtrak station provide accessibility for travel. Additionally, there are cafes like Dutch Bros Coffee nearby for socializing with friends or enjoying a cup of coffee. With hospitals like Good Samaritan Southwest Hospital and parks such as Beale Park in close proximity, this neighborhood offers a well-rounded living environment for senior residents.

Pharmacies

  • Walgreens (0.1 miles)
  • Ming & H Drugs (1.1 miles)
  • Mars Collective (1.2 miles)
  • Walmart Pharmacy (1.7 miles)
  • Walgreens (2 miles)
  • Rite Aid (2.1 miles)
  • Walgreens (2.1 miles)

Restaurants

  • Sonic Drive-In (0.4 miles)
  • Burger King (0.6 miles)
  • Mossman Southwest (0.9 miles)
  • Tacos El Toro (1.1 miles)
  • El Taquito Estilo Jalisco (1.2 miles)
  • Carl's Jr. (1.2 miles)
  • Golden West Casino (1.9 miles)

Physicians

  • Biomat Plasma Center (1 miles)
  • Clinica La Vict Oria (1 miles)
  • South Bakersfield Community Health Center (1.1 miles)
  • Ma Soler, MD (1.1 miles)
  • Pacific Pulmonary Services (2 miles)
  • Stanton Optical (2 miles)
  • Valley Medical Group (2.3 miles)

Theaters

  • Reading Cinemas Valley Plaza with IMAX (1.2 miles)
  • Maya Bakersfield 16 (3.2 miles)
  • Fox Theater, Events Line (3.8 miles)

Transportation

  • GET Bus Southwest Transit Depot (1.4 miles)
  • BNSF Railway Co. (3.4 miles)
  • Amtrak (3.5 miles)

Cafes

  • Dutch Bros Coffee (2 miles)
  • Dutch Bros Coffee (3.3 miles)
  • Panera Bread (3.5 miles)

Places of Worship

  • New Life Center (2 miles)
  • Laurelglen Bible Church (3 miles)

Hospitals

  • Good Samaritan Southwest Hospital (2.2 miles)

Parks

  • Beale Park (2.7 miles)
  • Martin Luther King, Jr Park (3.5 miles)
  • Jastro Park (3.6 miles)

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