Several residents and families describe understaffing that affected medication timing and day-to-day care.
A number of reviews raise concerns about staffing levels and responsiveness, including reports of delayed medication, residents left in soiled diapers, and difficulty getting help when needed. Some reviews describe nurses as good, but still note the workload and weekend challenges. Others say management was unresponsive to specific care requests, and one review reports severe breakdowns that led to an ambulance call.
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Kind, helpful staff stand out
Many reviewers describe the staff as friendly, caring, and attentive to residents and families.
Alongside complaints, multiple reviews emphasize friendly, helpful interactions and consistent support with daily needs. Several reviewers mention staff attention, and one specifically calls out residents as kind and the director as a strong point of the community. Reviews also include mixed experiences, with at least one family describing rude communication from the phone staff and another saying only a few staff members were unsatisfactory.
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Clean, peaceful setting
Reviews frequently describe the community as clean, peaceful, and pleasant to be around.
Residents and families repeatedly mention a clean facility, and several highlight a calm, peaceful atmosphere. Some also reference the community’s grounds and location, and a few connect that to how comfortable they felt during visits or stays. Others point to overall disappointment with care quality, but even those reviews generally discuss concrete care problems rather than cleanliness.
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Dining quality varies by reviewer
Dining gets mixed reactions, with some praising the food and others calling it average.
One review highlights great food as a standout, while another describes the food as average. The community also lists meal planning support for special dietary needs, which matches the way some families focus on day-to-day nutrition requirements.
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Activities and on-site amenities
Residents have access to multiple on-site amenities, including a pool and community activities.
Several reviews point to a community life that includes amenities and things to do, such as a pool and organized activities. One reviewer specifically mentions a garden, library, gift store, and community meeting space, while another describes a generally active lifestyle for assisted and active seniors. The amenity list also includes fitness and outdoor space, aligning with the way reviewers describe day-to-day options.
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Memory care is mentioned positively
Some families specifically mention good experiences with memory-related care needs.
At least one review says a loved one in memory care is taken great care of. Another reviewer describes the range of care levels on-site, including a memory unit and hospice, suggesting memory-related support is part of how the community is positioned for families.
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Features
Housing
74 resident community capacity
Types of Care
Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC)
Skilled Nursing Facility
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
Ontario International (10 miles away)
Community operated transportation
Transportation arrangement
Transportation arrangement (non-medical)
Transportation to doctors appointments
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
Diabetes diet
Meal preparation and service
Medication management
Mental wellness program
Special dietary restrictions
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
Located in the charming city of La Verne, California, this area offers a diverse range of amenities and conveniences that cater to seniors. With multiple pharmacies such as CVS and Walmart nearby, accessing medication and healthcare supplies is convenient. The proximity to hospitals like Pomona Valley Hospital Medical Center ensures quick access to medical care when needed. Additionally, there are several reputable physicians' offices in the vicinity, including Inland Neurosurgery Institute and Chapparal Medical Group. Places of worship such as Charisma Life Church and St Anthony's Catholic Church offer spiritual fulfillment for residents. For leisure activities, parks like Frank G. Bonelli Regional Park provide opportunities for outdoor recreation. There are also cafes like Starbucks and The Donut Man for socializing with friends over coffee or treats. Overall, this part of La Verne provides a well-rounded environment for senior living with easy access to essential services and recreational options.
Pharmacies
CVS Pharmacy (0.9 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (2.1 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (2.2 miles)
Walmart Pharmacy (3.1 miles)
Walgreens (3.1 miles)
Walgreens (3.4 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (4.4 miles)
Restaurants
Old Stump Brewing Co. (1.3 miles)
Raging Waters (2.2 miles)
Bardot (3.3 miles)
The Hat (4.8 miles)
Golden Corral (4.9 miles)
Lazy Dog Restaurant & Bar (5 miles)
McDonald's (5 miles)
Hospitals
Casa Bonita (1.3 miles)
Pomona Valley Hospital Medical Center (2.3 miles)
Rowland Convalescent Hospital (7.1 miles)
San Antonio Community Hospital Maternity Information Services (7.9 miles)
San Antonio Medical Center (8 miles)
Kindred Hospital San Gabriel Valley (8.3 miles)
Transportation
Pomona Station (1.4 miles)
Montclair Metrolink Station (4.6 miles)
Physicians
Inland Neurosurgery Institute (1.7 miles)
Chapparal Medical Group (2.4 miles)
The Robert & Beverly Lewis Family Cancer Care Center (2.5 miles)
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74 resident community capacity
Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC)
Skilled Nursing Facility
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
Ontario International (10 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
Concierge services
Planned day trips
Strong on-site care options with customizable living spaces, excellent dining, and beautiful grounds.
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