Overall Review of Montecito Heights Healthcare & Wellness Center
common35 reviews mention this
Staff feel attentive and engaged
Residents and families consistently describe attentive, responsive care from the staff.
Across many reviews, people describe staff as engaged, professional, and caring, often naming nursing teams, therapists, and reception personnel. Several reviewers specifically talk about responsivenessāeither meeting requests promptly or checking in and updating families when care needs change. A recurring point is that staff help families feel informed and at ease, including during rehab and longer stays.
common10 reviews mention this
Cleanliness is a frequent plus
Many reviews note the facility is clean and well kept.
A number of reviewers highlight cleanliness, including describing the environment as clean and/or noting it smells fresh. Others mention the facility being kept clean by staff and cleaning personnel, and one reviewer even describes seeing it cleaned several times a day. There are also a handful of strongly negative cleanliness accounts, including reports of unpleasant odors and pest concerns.
differentiator12 reviews mention this
Rehab and therapy get praise
Physical therapy and rehab support are repeatedly praised in reviews.
Residents and families frequently mention therapy as a key part of the experience, with multiple reviews praising physical therapists and the rehab team for helping patients regain mobility and strength. Reviews also describe staff working on individualized needsāsuch as exercises for recovery after events like a stroke, fall, or surgery. Several reviewers credit the rehabilitation process and therapy follow-through with helping loved ones avoid further hospitalization.
caveat7 reviews mention this
Dining quality varies by reviewer
Dining reviews are mixed, with some praising meals and others criticizing the kitchen.
Some reviews say the food is good or that the kitchen team performs well, including comments about variety and accommodating dietary needs. Other reviews raise concerns, including breakfast quality, menu improvement, and challenges for specific diets like gluten-free/celiac needs. A couple of reviewers go further, describing food choices less positively, while still acknowledging that meal service is part of daily routines.
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Features
Housing
90 resident community capacity
Types of Care
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
Burbank-Glendale-Pasadena (11 miles away)
Los Angeles International (16 miles away)
Long Beach (Daugherty) (20 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
Parks
Cleland Ave Bicentennial Park (1.1 miles)
Elysian Park (1.9 miles)
Glassell Park Recreation Center (2 miles)
Arroyo Seco Park (2.5 miles)
Alhambra Park (3.5 miles)
Echo Park at the Lotus Festival (3.5 miles)
Garfield Park (3.6 miles)
Pharmacies
CVS Pharmacy (1.3 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (1.9 miles)
Walgreens (2.8 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (2.9 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (3 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (3.1 miles)
Walgreens (3.1 miles)
Restaurants
Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen (1.8 miles)
Highland Park Brewery (2.7 miles)
McDonald's (2.9 miles)
The Original Philippe (3.2 miles)
McDonald's (3.3 miles)
McDonald's (3.5 miles)
Mohawk Bend (3.6 miles)
Cafes
Charlie's Coffee House (2.3 miles)
Starbucks (3.1 miles)
Starbucks (3.2 miles)
Panera Bread (3.4 miles)
Proof Bakery (3.4 miles)
Lamill Coffee Boutique (3.6 miles)
Starbucks Reserve (3.7 miles)
Hospitals
Usc-Norris Cancer Hospital (2.5 miles)
LAC+USC Inpatient Tower (2.8 miles)
Medical 2 unit (3.8 miles)
Glendale Adventist Medical Center (3.9 miles)
Huntington Memorial Hospital Nicu (4 miles)
Prado Center (5.4 miles)
Transportation
Union Station (3.4 miles)
Theaters
AMC The Americana at Brand 18 (4.3 miles)
Alamo Drafthouse Downtown (4.6 miles)
Regal LA Live & 4DX (5.1 miles)
Places of Worship
San Marino Community Church Nursery School (5.3 miles)
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