Overall Review of Hillcrest Raleigh At Crabtree Valley
common34 reviews mention this
Staff friendliness and responsiveness
Residents and visitors consistently describe staff as friendly, helpful, and attentive.
Across the reviews, people repeatedly mention warm welcomes, polite front-desk help, and staff who take time to orient them. Many also describe responsive caregiving and support with day-to-day needs, along with examples like help with signing in, directions, and immediate assistance when issues come up. A smaller number of reviews are strongly negative about responsiveness and accountability, but even those comments generally still differentiate between better and worse individual staff members.
common26 reviews mention this
Facility stays clean and well kept
A major recurring point is that the facility looks clean and maintained.
Many visitors say the building is clean, odor-free, and well maintained, including patient areas that look neat and cared for. Several reviews also reference smooth check-in and an overall impression of cleanliness and order. There are also a few negative reviews that describe dirty or unsanitary conditions, including problems with rooms and pests, so the cleanliness experience is not uniform across reviewers.
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Therapy support drives improvement
Residents describe physical, occupational, and speech therapy as a key part of recovery.
Several reviews connect progress to consistent therapy support, including physical and occupational therapy, and in some cases speech therapy. People describe therapists as thorough and capable, and they note improvements like stronger mobility or moving forward after setbacks. A number of positive comments also pair therapy with staff attention to daily needs, while the negative reviews tend to focus on delays or insufficient support in care delivery rather than the therapy itself.
caveat9 reviews mention this
Food is sometimes hit or miss
Food quality varies, with both praise and strong complaints.
Some reviews say meals are good, better than expected, or enjoyed by residents and families. Others describe meals as cold, tasteless, or poorly matched to needs, including complaints about delivery to rooms when residents can’t use the dining area. A few negative reviews also pair dining complaints with broader concerns about care, which suggests food dissatisfaction is part of a wider service experience for those reviewers.
caveat8 reviews mention this
Concerns about care delays
Some reviewers raise serious concerns about neglect, delays, and lack of accountability.
A minority of reviews report issues such as long response times, unaddressed needs, and difficulties getting timely help. Several of the most critical comments describe problems during daily care (including assistance needs, toileting support, and attention to medical or mobility concerns), alongside allegations of poor accountability. These reviews also sometimes include complaints about room condition and hygiene, which further intensifies the overall negative impression for those families.
common4 reviews mention this
Outdoor access and gardens
Outdoor space and gardens come up as a positive detail for stays.
Some reviewers highlight easy access to being outside, describing gardens, quiet natural areas, and seasonal touches like outdoor flowers. Others mention outdoor common areas (like a patio or gazebo) as pleasant places during a visit. These comments stand out because they add a calmer, home-like element alongside indoor care and therapy.
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Features
Housing
134 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
Raleigh-Durham International (7 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 Raleigh, North Carolina, this area offers a variety of amenities and services that cater to seniors. With a range of restaurants including P.F. Chang's China Bistro and local cafes like Starbucks, residents can enjoy dining options close to home. Healthcare needs can be met with nearby physicians, pharmacies, and hospitals such as Duke Raleigh Hospital and UNC Specialty Women's Center at Rex. For leisure activities, several parks provide opportunities for outdoor recreation, while theaters like Cinemark Raleigh NC offer entertainment options. Transportation is convenient with car rental services available and the Raleigh-Durham International Airport just seven miles away. Places of worship are also easily accessible for spiritual support. Overall, this neighborhood provides a comfortable and convenient environment for seniors looking to settle in Raleigh.
Restaurants
P.F. Chang's China Bistro (0.6 miles)
Vivace (2.1 miles)
Lime & Lemon Indian Grill & Bar (3 miles)
Raleigh Beer Garden (3.6 miles)
Irregardless Cafe & Catering (3.8 miles)
Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits (3.8 miles)
Panda Express (3.9 miles)
Physicians
ENT & Audiology Associates (1.3 miles)
Wake Internal Medicine Consultants (1.5 miles)
Rex Wound Care Center (1.5 miles)
Rex Surgical Specialists (1.6 miles)
Rex Hematology & Oncology (1.7 miles)
Raleigh Orthopaedic (1.8 miles)
Wake Endoscopy Center (1.8 miles)
Pharmacies
CVS Pharmacy (1.5 miles)
Walgreens (2.2 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (2.7 miles)
Walgreens (2.8 miles)
Walgreens (2.8 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (3.5 miles)
Walgreens (3.8 miles)
Parks
Brookhaven Nature Park (1.5 miles)
Williams Park (2.8 miles)
Method Road Park & Community Center (2.8 miles)
Eastgate Park (3.3 miles)
Dorothea Dix Park (4.2 miles)
Chavis Park (5.2 miles)
Carolina Pines Dog Park (5.8 miles)
Hospitals
UNC Specialty Women's Center at Rex (1.7 miles)
Duke Raleigh Hospital (3.5 miles)
WakeMed Heart Center (6.1 miles)
WakeMed Health & Hospitals (6.2 miles)
Cafes
Starbucks (2.2 miles)
Starbucks (3 miles)
Starbucks (6 miles)
Panera Bread (6.1 miles)
Starbucks (6.7 miles)
Starbucks (6.8 miles)
Starbucks (7.1 miles)
Theaters
Cinemark Raleigh NC (3.4 miles)
Alamo Drafthouse Raleigh (5.6 miles)
Places of Worship
Gethsemane Lutheran Church (4.4 miles)
Beacon Baptist Church (6.1 miles)
Christ the King Lutheran Church (6.3 miles)
Transportation
Enterprise Rent-A-Car (5.8 miles)
Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) (7 miles)
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134 resident community capacity
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
Raleigh-Durham International (7 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
Some aides are kind and helpful; some staff strive to improve care.
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