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Cypress Gardens Care Center in Riverside, CA

Cypress Gardens Care Center is a nursing home community in Riverside, CA.

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Cypress Gardens Care Center in Riverside, CA

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  • Interior

    A bright interior view showcasing large windows with a glimpse of the outdoor landscape, adorned with plants.

  • Building

    A serene residential courtyard featuring a well-maintained tree and lush green grass.

  • Architecture

    A serene residential area showcasing a well-maintained landscape with trees and a clear sky.

  • Bedroom

    A well-equipped patient room featuring two hospital beds, complete with bedding and personal touches.

  • Dining

    A cozy dining area arranged for a meal with elegant purple accents.

  • Lighting

    A view of a well-lit hallway with artwork on the walls, leading to a brighter area.

  • Television

    A well-appointed hospital patient room featuring two beds, soft lighting, and decorative touches for a comfortable stay.

  • Lobby

    An inviting lobby space with large windows and a cozy atmosphere.

9025 Colorado Avenue, Riverside, CA 92503

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

3.3 from 80 reviews
5 stars
36
4 stars
9
3 stars
3
2 stars
4
1 stars
28

Overall Review of Cypress Gardens Care Center

common 18 reviews mention this

Staff care is a mixed picture

Many residents and families describe attentive, caring staff.

A large share of reviews focus on staff being helpful and kind, including nurses and the people running activities, therapy, and admissions support. Several reviewers specifically thank named staff members for listening, checking in, and making communication easier. At the same time, a substantial group of reviews describes unprofessional behavior, missed needs, or staff that do not seem to respond when help is requested.

caveat 7 reviews mention this

Cleanliness concerns come up

Some reviews raise ongoing cleanliness and odor issues.

Negative reviews mention dirty bathrooms, trash outdoors, dust on walls, and a dirty or rancid smell in residents’ spaces. Others describe residents being left in soiled conditions or not having basic items addressed, and at least one review links cleanliness problems to infection risk. Positive reviews exist too, including comments that rooms are well kept and the facility appears clean, so the experience appears inconsistent across visits or units.

caveat 6 reviews mention this

Therapy quality is uneven

Residents describe both strong rehab help and reduced therapy time.

Several reviews praise therapy and rehabilitation, including physical therapy help and improvements during stays. Others say therapy staff or sessions diminished over time, leading to far less movement and more time spent in bed. A few reviews also mention specific clinical concerns during rehab, which colored their view of follow-through and communication around care plans.

caveat 9 reviews mention this

Call lights, phones, and response timing

Multiple reviews complain about slow or missed responses.

Some reviewers report call lights not being answered in a timely way and describe residents waiting for help for long periods. Others mention lack of communication, including difficulties reaching staff by phone and uncertainty about whether someone is being helped. In contrast, a smaller set of reviews says the staff responds quickly to urgent needs and that caretakers were attentive during visits.

common 6 reviews mention this

Food and dining ratings vary

Dining is reported as acceptable by some, poor by others.

A few reviews say the food is not bad or even delicious, and one mentions getting an extra meal at times during visits. Other reviews criticize the quality of food and portions, including comments about meals being missed or requests not being met. Taken together, dining experiences don’t sound consistent across reviewers.

  • A cozy dining area arranged for a meal with elegant purple accents.
common 6 reviews mention this

Activities and daily programming

Residents and families discuss structured activities and events.

Reviews frequently mention activities programming such as bingo and day-to-day scheduled events, with some families praising the activities staff by name. A few reviewers also describe special moments like bringing a dog and community-style engagement during visits. However, there are also reviews that focus more on care breakdowns than daily activities, which suggests activities may depend on staffing and day-to-day conditions.

How we summarize

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Features

Housing

  • 120 resident community capacity 120 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

  • Ontario International (12 miles away) Ontario International (12 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 Riverside, California, this area boasts a variety of amenities that cater to senior living. With several hospitals and pharmacies located within close proximity, residents have easy access to medical care and prescriptions. Additionally, there are numerous physicians' offices nearby for regular check-ups and specialized care. For leisure activities, there are cafes and restaurants offering a range of dining options as well as theaters for entertainment. Places of worship provide spiritual support while parks offer opportunities for outdoor recreation and relaxation. Overall, this area provides a convenient and diverse environment for seniors looking to settle down in Riverside.

Hospitals

  • Windsor Cypress Gardens Healthcare (0 miles)
  • Parkview Community Hospital Medical Center (1 miles)
  • Riverside Center (3.4 miles)
  • Molina Medical Center (3.8 miles)
  • Empire Imaging (4.6 miles)

Pharmacies

  • Rite Aid (0.5 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (1.5 miles)
  • Sav-On Pharmacy (2.6 miles)
  • V 215 (2.8 miles)
  • Walgreens (2.8 miles)
  • Central Best Pharmacy (3.1 miles)
  • Walgreens (3.1 miles)

Physicians

  • Renaissance Radiology Medical Group (1.1 miles)
  • Jeffrey M Deledonne Dr DDS (2.2 miles)
  • Asthma & Allergy Medical Group (2.4 miles)
  • Li Doris MD Mission Surgical Clinic (2.8 miles)
  • Loma Linda University Plastic Surgery Group (2.9 miles)
  • University Pain Consultants (3.1 miles)
  • Riverside Family Physicians (3.6 miles)

Cafes

  • Wanda's Cafe (1.4 miles)
  • Starbucks (5.5 miles)
  • Panera Bread (6.5 miles)
  • Starbucks (6.9 miles)
  • Dutch Bros Coffee (7.6 miles)
  • Starbucks (8.8 miles)

Restaurants

  • Taqueria 2 Potrillos (1.8 miles)
  • Yard House (1.9 miles)
  • TGI Friday's (2.1 miles)
  • The Cheesecake Factory (2.2 miles)
  • McDonald's (2.2 miles)
  • Brandon's Diner (2.3 miles)
  • In-N-Out Burger (2.5 miles)

Theaters

  • AMC Tyler Galleria 16, NEW RESERVED SEATING: Save your favorite seat in advance (1.9 miles)
  • Regal Riverside Plaza (3.5 miles)

Places of Worship

  • Riverside Community Church (2.7 miles)
  • The Refuge Bible Fellowship (7 miles)
  • The Grove Community Church (8.1 miles)

Parks

  • Mount Rubidoux (4.4 miles)
  • Andulka Park (5.9 miles)
  • Vernola Family Park (6.5 miles)
  • Eastvale Community Park (6.6 miles)
  • River Walk Park (7.4 miles)
  • Sycamore Canyon Wilderness Park (7.5 miles)
  • Deer Creek Park (8.7 miles)

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