Over two years ago our family was faced with the reality of placing our our beloved relative into a…read morecare facility. In doing our research, we were fortunate to have stumbled upon Quartz Garden. In the over 2 years that our loved one has been at their facility, we have been very satisfied with the care he has received. The staff has been very caring and patient in their work and their positive energy has certainly helped in keeping our loved one's spirits up. They are great at handling any questions or issues that come up and have been very accommodating whenever we have a special need or request. I highly recommend this facility.

It is a nice retirement board and care home, a single family dwelling with a backyard located n in…read moreWinnetka near Woodland Hills located on a quiet cul de sac. The care and environment are good. Residents, six maximum, have either private or semi-private rooms. The environment is congenial. The staff was friendly and very helpful and does a good job caring for the residents. The owner, Christine has the welfare of the residents at heart. She schedules holiday parties to boost morale. Based on my mother's experience while living there for almost three years, I would give Gretchen Manor a very high recommendation. Definitely five stars.

My 85 year old mother has been at Miracle Assisted Living for almost two years now - and we feel so…read moreincredibly fortunate to have found this gem of a home. And it truly feels like a HOME rather than a "facility." My Mother has Alzheimers, and she is one of five elderly women living at Miracle. They are cared for by Diana and Ana - two amazing ladies who feel like family rather than caretakers. Every time I walk in the house, I'm greeted by Diana's smiling face and the smell of home cooking. And every time I leave, I actually feel great rather than feeling guilty for not having my Mom live with us. (She lived with us for two years after my father passed away, and it became untenable. My Mom is much calmer and happier now.) I honestly don't know how Diana and Ana do it - they have endless patience and warmth and compassion. Every time I visit, my Mom hugs Diana and tells me that she's her best friend. It is the most heartwarming feeling to see how happy she is. I should also mention Rima, who manages Miracle and a few other similar homes in the Valley. We were originally looking at one of the other homes because there was a vacancy, but after meeting my Mother, Rima suggested Miracle because she thought it would be a better fit for my Mom. She was clearly more interested in making sure my Mother was happy rather than trying to fill a bed. I can't say enough good things about this place and the people who run it. We feel so blessed to have found Miracle.

One of the hardest decisions to make is, what do I do when I can't take care of a loved one the way…read morethey should be taken care of? I had to make that decision for my elderly mother, Faye. I was fortunate enough to be referred to "Miracle Assisted Living". Mom has been there for about two months. I asked for a tour and was greeted warmly by Rima, the administrator, and Diana, one of the caregivers. During the tour I was very impressed by how welcoming the home was. Diana and Susan, the other caregiver, keep the home very clean and organized. The home is built to accommodate people with handicaps with ramps and handicap bathrooms. Diana and Susan are always busy, either cooking the homemade meals, cleaning, or attending to one of the other residents. Both of the ladies take their jobs very seriously. Rima is very compassionate and understands what an emotional toll it must be to have your loved one taken care of by someone else. It's comforting to know that my mother is always clean, well fed and comfortable. I feel very blessed to have Rima, Diana and Susan helping me during this difficult time.

I can't say enough good things about Canyon Trails. My mom…read morehas lived here since March of 2022. She has made good friends, participates in daily activities, and has access to healthy meals all day long. The staff is darling and truly go out of the way to care for the residents. The director is attentive and always involved. Her husband even makes special appearances. :) The front desk is always aware, and helpful. My favorite part is that they update their Facebook page often so I can see my mom enjoying her days. Thanks for making her time special Canyon Trails!

Canyon trails sets the bar for any other assisted living. It comes directly from the amazing staff…read morethat genuinely cares for their residents. From the E/d Peter , nurse Lillian , memory director Diana to the Marketing team Kay. I have worked with many ( ALF) and they truly have a Culture

Where to start......My mother in law has been living at AvantGarde for 2 weeks - she has Dementia…read more(short term memory issues) and it was getting to the point where she needed not only care but stimulation. The staff here is amazing, they don't just do their jobs (and they do them well) they are all very kind, supportive and loving toward her. This is a woman who would not leave her apartment, slept until noon, getting her to get dressed was a big task but her nature is social. She was famous in her youth and a singer / dancer. I could not believe that she was up and out of her room (DRESSED) by 8am and didn't return until after 5PM on day 2. EVERY SINGLE DAY she is kept active, she's singing with the pianist, playing bingo, watching movies, doing arts and crafts AND they told me she was participating in the morning walk! One of the ladies there sent me a video of her singing with the pianist today - she is in her element. Her Doctor comes to her every month (more if she needed him). I was weary that they would not be able to get her out of her room and get her dressed. AvantGarde has surpassed my expectations. I can travel without worry, I can visit her without me being the caretaker, I can rest easy knowing she is having a great time and in loving, capable hands.

PLEASE STAY AWAY FROM THIS FACILITY!!!…read more I work near this facility and personally know several seniors who live here. Based on direct knowledge and firsthand accounts, I have serious concerns about how residents are being treated. One resident I know personally was not properly cared for after a fall. After that incident, she was reportedly not assisted with meals or monitored to ensure she ate for three days. Her room has flooded twice, and because of how often this happens, it reportedly smells of mold, which raises serious health concerns. After the second flood, she was abruptly dismissed from her room so it could be cleaned and was not allowed to gather her phone, shoes, or any personal belongings. She was sent out in the middle of December wearing only sandals and no sweater. This showed a complete lack of concern for her safety, comfort, or dignity. What is most disturbing is the lack of empathy. This is a facility entrusted with the care of vulnerable seniors, yet the focus appears to be convenience and profit rather than basic human compassion. PLEASE STAY AWAY FROM THIS FACILITY!!!! Please choose another place. No one's loved one deserves to be treated this way.

Great place to live. Kind and caring staff. Quality food and many choices. Highly recommend.read more

I recently moved my mom into The Gardens at Park Balboa. It wasn't a move she welcomed, which of…read morecourse was stressful for both of us! The Community Director Jonathan gave us a tour and was treated by the residents like an adored rock star as we walked through the halls - making introductions with residents, explaining the extensive amenities, along with the robust calendar of daily activities for residents to participate in. We moved her in a week later (after visiting other facilities). Within 2 weeks she told me "I'm meeting so many interesting residents. It's like living in a resort, everything is done for you. I love it here!" Last night I got a text from her saying that she attended a mini classical concert in one of the residents rooms (that resident is known for her musical talents). The staff is attentive, responsive and kind. Prayers answered! I am beyond grateful.

We cannot praise the high quality of care that my mother received at Mom and Dads Retreat. Amy and…read moreher staff showed incredible devotion, commitment and loving concern for my mother. She had a fall in June 2023 which caused her to require a higher level of care than she could get at her assisted living facility. We visited a dozen board and care facilities and Amy's stood out far above the rest. It was an easy choice and proved to be the right one in so many ways. It is truly a "home" because the caregivers really do treat the residents like family. The injury caused by the fall left my mother bedridden. This meant she needed a tremendous amount of physical care (e.g. she could not feed herself, bathe or go to the bathroom) which the caregivers at Amy's always provided with a smile. She also suffered a severe cognitive decline which, at times, caused her to be difficult or demanding. Again, her caregivers showed truly remarkable patience in dealing with her during this difficult time. Mom and Dads Retreat is the place to send your loved ones if you want them to be taken care of the way you would yourself.

Mom and Dads Retreat is a wonderful Board and Care. It definitely feels like home and my mother…read moreconsiders it hers. After my dad passed away I was forced to find a place for my mom. Unfortunately I work full time and mom needed 24 hour care. The 1st place she lived was OK but she was left alone in her room all the time and wound up breaking her arm in two places. I was not notified for 6 hours. It was run by a husband and wife team and the husband passed away and the wife could no longer keep it going. The second place my mom went was a Board and Care that did not make it through the pandemic. I contacted A Place for Mom and they told me all about Amy's Mom and Dads Retreat. The second I walked in I knew I had found a place for my mom to live that was not just a Board and Care but a cozy home. Amy the owner is amazingly kind, proficient, and loving. Her caring staff meets my mom's every need and I never have to worry about her there. She has friends, a beautiful room. and everything is spotless. Amy keeps me informed on anything and everything. My mom has been there for years and I have zero complaints. I highly recommend Mom and Dad's Retreat and would not want my mother to go anywhere else.

I am grateful to Alalik Care Assisted Living for the exceptional care they have provided to my…read moremother over the past nine months Their staff has been kind, compassionate, and respectful towards her making her feel loved and valued. I am impressed by the level of support they have given her, both physically and emotionally. Thanks to my mother's care at Alalik, her health has improved significantly, which has given our family great peace of mind I cannot thank the staff enough for their compassion and dedication to my mother. I would recommend Alalik Care Assisted Living to anyone seeking assisted living care for their loved ones. Their commitment to providing exceptional care is evident in everything they do.

My grandmother's stayed at Alalik Care for six months before…read moreher passing at 93 years of age. During that time, I no longer worried about her getting proper care. The staff did an excellent job of ensuring she had all she needed. I will be forever grateful to the team at Alalik Care for their loving care of my grandmother. The cost to have my mother at Alaik Care was considerably less than the prior facility she was housed at. Alalik Care provided a much higher quality of care, and I happily paid their fee! Thank you, staff, and management at Alaik Care!

My mother has been with Nirvana Gardens for almost a year. The staff are very polite, supportive…read moreand professional. They care and support my mom like she is family. My mom is happy and healthy. The place is very clean and the food is good too.

My mom lived with my family and me for four years and because of her cognitive decline, I had to…read moremake the very tough decision to place her in a facility. After struggling with discharge planners, social workers, and being heartbroken and frustrated and feeling like we were getting doors shut in our faces, I was referred to Christina at Nirvana Gardens. I immediately loved the home. It does not look like a "facility", it just looks like a very welcoming, clean and peaceful home. The rooms are bright and spacious and the decor is beautiful and welcoming. Christina, Leena, and Melanie are so caring, loving, and supportive and so respectful and just kind to my mom (and me!) that it really warms my heart. My kids and I visit often, and we really feel comfortable and welcome every time we go. There is a large, beautiful back yard with a greenhouse and patio furniture to enjoy the big, shady trees and fresh air. The meals are all very healthy and home cooked (and Ms. Leena makes a wonderful spaghetti!). I feel so lucky and fortunate to have placed my mom in their care and I will be forever grateful to them. Thank you, Christina! You are an angel and we appreciate you more than you know!