Overall Review of Community Extended Care of Montclair
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Staff warmth and attentiveness
Residents and families repeatedly describe staff as kind, responsive, and attentive to daily needs.
Across the reviews, families describe staff who treat residents and visitors with respect and make themselves available when help is needed. Several reviewers highlight nurses and aides giving medication on time and answering call buttons promptly. Others also mention supportive communication through care-plan meetings and check-ins after care ends.
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Cleanliness and upkeep stand out
Many reviewers mention the facility feels clean and well maintained.
Multiple reviews describe tidy, clean spaces and good hygiene, including comments about not smelling and clean bathrooms. Some reviewers also connect cleanliness with comfort, saying rooms felt well cared for. A few caveats still appear, including one note that parts of the building need repair and that noise can be disruptive.
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Care communication varies widely
Several families report problems getting timely updates and clear answers.
While many reviewers praise staff accessibility, other families describe long phone wait times and delays when they try to reach someone for updates. A few also report frustration with how concerns were handled, including being dismissed or not getting the information they expected. There are also complaints about missing items and about paperwork or medication issues needing follow-up, even when other aspects of care were praised.
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Safety incidents and follow-through concerns
Some reviews raise concerns about safety protocols and how falls or medical issues are handled.
A portion of the negative reviews describe repeated falls shortly after admission and say safety needs were not met as expected, like having mobility assistance available. Others mention care decisions they felt were inappropriate, including medication-related issues they say affected comfort or outcomes. Even within the criticism, reviewers point to gaps in supervision, responsiveness, and accountability when incidents occur.
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Activities help residents stay engaged
Residents and families describe on-site activities that keep people engaged.
Several reviews call out activities as a positive part of day-to-day life, including organized recreation and games. Families also mention residents enjoying scheduled programming and social time, and one reviewer credits the activities team for making visits and transitions feel easier. Even in reviews that focus on other issues, activities are still mentioned positively by some residents and family members.
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Food is hit-or-miss
Dining quality gets mixed feedback, from praised meals to complaints.
Some reviewers say meals are tasty, with specific praise for options like Korean food and comments that food is delivered hot and well seasoned. Others report food is poor or that residents were not impressed, and one mentions consistent but unremarkable food. A few reviews frame dining as adequate for the setting, even when not memorable.
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Features
Types of Care
Skilled Nursing Facility
Amenities
Activities on-site
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
Transportation
Ontario International (6 miles away)
Care Services
High acuity care
Medication management
Activities
Activities on-site
Nearby Places of Interest
This part of Montclair, California offers a mix of entertainment, dining, healthcare, and transportation options that could appeal to seniors looking for a convenient and active lifestyle. With theaters like AMC DINE-IN Montclair Place 12 and Harkins Theatres Chino Hills 18 nearby, there are plenty of opportunities for cultural outings. Numerous restaurants such as Lazy Dog Restaurant & Bar and Bardot offer a variety of dining choices. Access to pharmacies like Rite Aid and CVS Pharmacy, as well as healthcare facilities such as Pomona Valley Hospital Medical Center, provide essential services within reach. Transportation options include the Montclair Metrolink Station and Ontario International Airport for easy travel. Additionally, parks like Citrus Park and Ruben S Ayala Park offer outdoor recreational activities. Overall, this area provides a well-rounded environment for senior living with various amenities within close proximity.
Theaters
AMC DINE-IN Montclair Place 12 (0.5 miles)
Harkins Theatres Chino Hills 18 (5.2 miles)
Restaurants
Lazy Dog Restaurant & Bar (0.6 miles)
McDonald's (0.7 miles)
Bardot (1.7 miles)
The Hat (1.7 miles)
McDonald's (2.1 miles)
Titan Burgers Chino (3.2 miles)
Old Stump Brewing Co. (3.6 miles)
Transportation
Montclair Metrolink Station (1.1 miles)
Pomona Station (3.5 miles)
Ontario International Airport - Terminal 2 (5.7 miles)
Baggage Claim T2 (5.7 miles)
Ontario International Airport (ONT) (6.2 miles)
Ontario Int'L-Terminal 4 (6.3 miles)
Baggage Claim T4 (6.3 miles)
Pharmacies
Rite Aid (1.5 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (1.5 miles)
Walgreens (2.4 miles)
Walgreens (3 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (3 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (3 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (3.2 miles)
Parks
Citrus Park (1.9 miles)
Ruben S Ayala Park (4.5 miles)
Chino Hills Community Park (6.5 miles)
Frank G. Bonelli Regional Park (6.9 miles)
Pantera Park (7.2 miles)
Physicians
Heavenly 3D 4D Ultrasounds (2.3 miles)
Baby Bump Studios (2.5 miles)
Tarick Smaili, MD (2.6 miles)
The Robert & Beverly Lewis Family Cancer Care Center (2.9 miles)
Womens View Medical Group (3 miles)
Chapparal Medical Group (3.1 miles)
Inland Neurosurgery Institute (3.2 miles)
Places of Worship
First Presbyterian Church Upland (3 miles)
Charisma Life Church (3 miles)
St Anthony's Catholic Church (4.7 miles)
Crosspoint Church (6.1 miles)
BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir (7.1 miles)
Hospitals
Pomona Valley Hospital Medical Center (3.2 miles)
San Antonio Community Hospital Maternity Information Services (3.6 miles)
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Skilled Nursing Facility
Activities on-site
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
Ontario International (6 miles away)
High acuity care
Medication management
Caring, patient staff and strong rehabilitation services.
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