They work so hard to take care of the elder ones in our family. We are so fortunate to have people…read morethat do this in our society. I did not feel good putting my father in a "home", but the staff and everyone there is so nice my dad whom had dementia towards the end of his life at 92 really did enjoy his time with them at villa siena!!! I highly recommend this senior care center. My Aunt Marie is at Siena now as well, and she misses her apartment that she loved, but she kept falling there and broke her hip. Then she fell again so we who weren't near her town needed to place her. She has good insurance so she was able to get in. She misses her apartment of course but she is safer now and loves reading scripture as well as many books they have in multiple libraries on site at Siena! This place just is one of the better places.

If you need an assisted living facility for your loved one, I can think of no better place than…read moreVilla Siena. My mom has been a resident here for 8-years and she loves it. The staff is OUTSTANDING. they truly CARE for all the residents. During the Covid outbreak they did an excellent job keeping the residents safe and healthy. Highly, highly recommend.

Now called The Laural at Mountain View. There is no staffing on the weekends or over night. Gone…read moreare the meal services.

After my mom passed away, my dad moved to California to be close to our family. When he moved into…read moreRedwood Villa, it was exactly the right 'fit' for him. The atmosphere is warm and inviting. The property is well maintained. Redwood Villa is family-owned and run, and that caring atmosphere is prevalent throughout. My dad, who was fairly independent, had several medical emergencies, and staff was extremely accommodating as well as always keeping an eye out for him. We needed some modifications to his apartment, such as a cut-out in the tub so he could step in easily after hip surgery, and it was no problem. Staff was always extremely pleasant; there was never a 'honeymoon' period where it seems great and then diminishes over time...it was always great. We enjoyed the events held during the year such as the Christmas party, New Years party, Mothers Day dinner, etc. It's not a skilled nursing facility, and that was perfect for our needs. Residents do have assistants who come in to help with their various needs, but that's not provided directly through Redwood Villa. Their rates are extremely reasonable, and I can't recommend them highly enough.

I have never encountered a community with such an extraordinary team. From the moment we arrived,…read morethe warmth and professionalism were evident. Administrator Andrii set the tone. He was incredibly thorough during our tour--no rushing, no skipping over details. He patiently answered every question and made sure we clearly understood how the community operates. His calm, knowledgeable presence immediately built trust. The CNAs and nurses were equally impressive. They were attentive, compassionate, and consistently greeted residents with genuine smiles. What really stood out was how client-centered they were. Every staff member we passed made eye contact, said "hello," and acknowledged each resident by name--as if each person truly mattered. It's rare to find a place where excellent care, kindness, and professionalism all come together so naturally. This community exceeded our expectations in every way, and we left feeling confident, grateful, and comforted knowing that residents here are treated with dignity and heartfelt care.

It has taken me some time to leave a review because I've been so upset over the way this facility…read morehandled a situation. Our 88-year-old mother was referred to this "beautiful" and highly recommended rehab facility in November of 2024 and spent 20 days there. It has a very low staff to patient ratio and my mother didn't get the care that she needed. She used her call button often if we weren't there with her and often needed repositioning. One of her complaints was that the call button was often placed out of her reach at nighttime. My family and I split time at the facility and were there 8-10 hours a day. We saw the doctor one time during those three weeks. It often took a number of days to get medication changed and implemented. Nurses and CNA are overworked and understaffed, therefore, toileting and dispensing medication was often late. My mother developed a horrible bed sore that we are still dealing with to this day. I'm well aware of the issues plaguing these types of facilities, but this experience was beyond disturbing. On my mother's last day there she told us about an "issue" from the night before with one of the CNAs. I immediately went to the director of nursing to inform them. The directors of nursing and administration hopped on the complaint immediately and interviewed with my mom with me present. My mother was able to articulate exactly what she told me when interviewed by the directors. I left at 3:30 PM and told the staff I would return at 5:30 PM to help her with dinner. As I was on my way back to the facility, I received a phone call that my mother was being transported to the ER on a 5150. During the course of the facility's due diligence, the Los Altos police department was called to come interview my 88-year-old bed-bound mother with no family present with her. I would have had no issue with it, save for the fact that there was no communication to the family that would happen as the outcome of the complaint, or I otherwise would not have left. My mother has always been a very timid and non-confrontational person and having two imposing men in dark uniform with guns on their belts come into her room made her anxious and frightened therefore she made some concerning statements, which is understandable. I also understand the need to 5150 someone when appropriate. The hospital never issued a 5150 and my mother's medication was changed, as needed. This change could have been done at the facility if the doctor was present half the time they said they would be and/or would have communicated with us in a timely manner. Granted, it was a blessing to get her out of there and home with us. It's unfortunate that some facilities have the reputation they do, but understaffing and lack of communication with a "non-present" doctor is the common denominator. This place was a horrible experience.

I cannot say enough wonderful things about Sunnyside Gardens. My dad spent some time there, and…read moreevery aspect of his care was absolutely top-notch. From the compassionate and attentive staff to the warm and welcoming environment, this facility truly felt like home for him. The caregivers went above and beyond to ensure his comfort, well-being, and dignity. They treated him like family, always engaging with him and making sure his needs were met. The medical team was knowledgeable and proactive, providing excellent communication and peace of mind. I want to especially mention Yazmin, Rajinder, Ed, Brisa and Karen. But all staff were great. I had several interactions with the cleaning and kitchen teams. They were highly professional and supportive. They were great at letting me know what was going on with my dad and making sure he was taken by ambulance to the hospital when necessary. They also provided a lot of valuable advice to me on his care/doctors including recommending a hospice provider when that time came. The driver, Ed, even visited my dad at the hospital several times while he was there. The facility itself is beautifully maintained, clean, and inviting. Each room has a private bathroom and patio. The meals were nutritious and delicious, and there were always engaging activities to keep residents active and social. The staff does their best to get residents to participate. It was comforting to know that my dad was in such good hands, surrounded by people who genuinely cared for him. I am forever grateful for the kindness and dedication of everyone at Sunnyside Gardens. If you are looking for a place where your loved one will receive the best possible care, this is it. I wholeheartedly recommend them without hesitation!

We have had a wonderful experience at Sunnyside Gardens and plan to recommend it to our physicians,…read moretherapists, family, and friends. Since day one, Sunnyside has welcomed us with kindness and compassion. Their entire staff from the executive director to the caregivers, activity leaders, and the kitchen staff - truly everyone - have all been professional, responsive, patient, and compassionate with our family and my mother who suffers from a chronic neurological disease. The rooms are spacious, and each room has a patio and a private bathroom. Both the food and activities are customized to patients' needs. Sunnyside Gardens is truly helping mom to "bloom". We give our highest recommendation to this wonderful facility.

A few years ago, we moved our father into The Avant. He was reluctant to move out of his home for…read moremany reasons. He was there for over 50 years and it was a daily reminder of our mom who passed away a couple years earlier. But it was necessary as he was having trouble with stairs and was at an increasingly high risk of falling. The first few months were predictably difficult. But he quickly made connections with other residents and eventually started thinking of the Avant as home. He was treated so well by the staff. They were unfailingly attentive and thoughtful. They looked after him and cared for him better than we could've possible hoped. When his health took a bad turn or he fell, they were on top of it immediately. They contacted us right away and gave us thoughtful guidance at every step based on their considerable experience. Li Li, Trish, and the entire staff are very professional, knowledgeable and kind. The facilities are clean, modern, and well cared for. From what we heard from dad, the food was consistently great. My family and I highly recommend the Avant without any reservations.

My parents moved out of the Avant acouple of years ago. Dad liked it but his Alzheimers was…read morestarting to kick in. Mom was worried they would have to go to "The Other Side," also know as the memory care unit. Other residents say things to scare them about this arrangement. Dad loved the swimming pool in the apartment living, but once he 'crashed' into another swimmer who yelled at him, he no longer swam. Thus, my mom was ready to move out and live in their own home. Dad passed away a year ago and Mom, who is 93, is happy to live in her home. For me, I live 3 hrs away and always worry. I wish she continued to live at the Avant. She is isolated in her home, doesn't have transportation, but is happy to walk to her downtown. She is of sound mind, so I don't have any say, but that doesn't mean I don't worry. The Avant is a place I would live in the future and now that Mom is on her own, I think she would be more receptive to making friends with the other residents.

We moved my mom into the memory care unit at Palo Alto Commons last July. She had Alzheimers for…read moreseveral years and was at home with in home care since 2016. She needed more stimulation and a social setting but also needed supervision and verbal cuing for some activities. After personally touring over a dozen facilities in the Bay Area, I thought that Palo Alto Commons was the best of the lot. The buildings are always clean and smell fresh. Some of the other facilities I saw were pretty bad. They either had an odor, were visibly dirty or the residents looked unkept. Palo Alto Commons was just a better all around environment. Mom seemed happy and content and was actively engaged up until the week she passed. I'm grateful to Palo Alto Commons for the level of care they gave my mom and for their compassion in dealing with me. It's never an easy choice to place a loved one someplace, but it helps to know that they will receive the best care, most attention and stay as active as possible for as long as possible. I'm glad we chose Palo Alto Commons for my mom, and if another family member needs care, myself included, we will be back.

These place is very unfair and racist, they don't even take the employee side they always listen to…read moreone side of the story without both side defend themself.one of the worst care quality plus the have lot of of residence and only two caregivers worst place ever. Don't recommend working or even having you loved one stay here plus Diana is very rude and unfair went to talk and find out some information and was quick out rudely one of the worst experiences ever.

In a couple of weeks I shall have been a Forum resident for 5years. I can hardly believe it. In a…read morematter of weeks I shall be 90 years old. It is true, the time goes so fast, with many choices of things to do. The food here is first class, dining out every night, or in ones home. One rarely hears complaints here, only comments about how lucky we were to find this place. The staff attentive to our every need. Last week six of us got together for a Hawaii evening. We were all either born there or had lived there for a long period, such fun. It's so easy to do things like that. I plan a big party for my birthday, and reserving tables for any occasion is just done online. Imagine, a place where dozens of geriatric grandmas and grandpas are still enjoying life. Come join us, you will love it!

I am so happy that my Dad decided to move into the Forum. Because of this decision, he is more…read morephysically active, socially engaged, and on a healthier daily schedule with a better diet than he otherwise would be by staying in his own home (his original plan). While moving into a senior community was a big adjustment, my Dad has come to really appreciate it and generally, every resident I talk to seems very happy at the Forum (you should ask residents you see how they like it when you visit). Some of the other benefits I've seen about the Forum are: * Management and management structure - The Executive Director (Nancy is great) and her management team and the staff are friendly and genuinely care about the residents, the cleanliness of the facilities, and the service provided. Additionally, the Forum is a non-profit benefit corp and is run somewhat like an HOA where the owners/residents have the ability to substantially influence overall policy and items important to them (e.g. food, entertainment, services, etc.). One key difference from a normal HOA is that the owners have the time and desire to make this model work as it requires participation to do so. * The naturally beautiful setting of Rancho San Antonio that surrounds the Forum - While not everyone takes advantage of all the hiking trails, just being in nature provides a relaxing, healthy setting. This is quite different from some of the senior centers that are in more urban settings. * Health facilities, library, ample activity spaces, planned activities (movies, presentations, etc,) and excursions (off site), many grassroots activity groups...uhh a wood shop? keep things more interesting while the services free residents up from the daily challenges (cooking, cleaning, etc.) and give them more time to enjoy. * Full continuum of care - You start of in independent living in a condo unit or stand-alone villa. Should your health needs and ability to live independently change, they have skilled nursing and assisted living facilities right there as well as a new memory care facility (on a fee for service basis after you sell your independent living unit). * Very pet friendly with many folk owning dogs, cats, other critters and visiting pets welcome. * Resident happiness - Perhaps the most important gauge is that I'm still surprised at the general level of satisfaction I sense from the residents ... and I visit pretty regularly. If your family is looking into senior living communities, check the Forum out!

I have been here for over 15 years. The people living here are lovely and the staff who work here…read moreare very helpful. The food is good and there are some interesting activities.

My parents really enjoy their independent living apartment at Moldaw. My mom loves to coordinate…read morehaving dinner in the dining room with other stimulating and interesting residents (and they look forward to this, like they are going down to dinner on a cruise ship!) But they can still have dinner in their own apartment whenever they want. They are happy, comfortable, and Moldaw has unending and varied lists of activities. The staff is like a warm and friendly family, plus I have full confidence in Moldaw's care. I never had to worry during Covid, like I would have if they were still at their house. At the end of my visits with them, I know everything will be fine, and they are getting the happy life they deserve.

The facilities look great and the sales was very nice and accommodating to our situation…read more Economical with high-end amenities. My biggest negative is no covered parking... Not are there any gym facilities The menus look great! And they have a bistro always open for snacks, coffee or tea! And yes diabetic friendly! ... More after I stay there for a bit longer in a month or 2. In house nursing to supervise the healthcare!

Atria Sunnyvale; I had the pleasure of a respite stay at this location. The staff, the people,…read morethe property were outstanding. Kind, caring and helpful. Although my stay was short term, it was a positive experience. Calling out Albert , Siobahn and Felicia they went the extra mile to assure my stay was safe and comfortable.As well as a welcoming surprise basket, of yummy goodies. I had a Knee Replacement at Kaiser, also a positive experience . My intentions; to respite at Atria. In the middle of the night, the staff had to call an ambulance for a return to Kaiser for 10days. I was experiencing complications not affiliated with my surgery. Although I paid for the entire 2 weeks, Felicia made sure I received a generous refund. Should you need short or long term support, consider Atria. The long term residents look happy and cared for, like family !

Chuck B. Morgan Hill…read moreNov 14, 2025 About 15 years ago, while living in Sunnyvale, Ca, my aging mother was suffering from dementia and other age-related problems that had gone beyond my ability to provide the level of care she needed and deserved. I was fortunate to discover Madera Villa, a small, welcoming facility with around 17 rooms, each furnished and complete with its own bathroom. The staff there provided her with constant, loving care and attention until she peacefully passed away from her illness. I have carried gratitude for that experience ever since. Fast forward 15 years to March of 2025. My wife of 34 years was now struggling with dementia, mobility issues, and recovering from a broken arm after a fall. Once again, I reached a point where I could no longer meet her growing care needs on my own. Living about 30 miles south of Madera Villa, I searched for a nearby facility but found none that gave me a good feeling. Then I called Madera Villa--and to my delight, I was greeted by Allan Tuan, the facility administrator, and his wonderful assistant, Sarah. Both of them had been there when my mother was a resident fifteen years earlier. When I walked through those doors again after all those years, it felt less like entering a care facility and more like returning to a place of comfort and trust. Seeing Allan and Sarah still there filled me with a deep sense of reassurance. It reminded me that some places truly hold on to what matters--people who care for others not because it's their job but because it's who they are. Even in her condition, my wife recognized Allan and Sarah from visits long ago and connected with them instantly. Their compassion, attentiveness, and genuine kindness made her feel safe and loved. During her stay, she became friends not only with the entire staff but also with several residents. I started calling Sarah the "sweetheart lady of Madera Villa," and the title fits her perfectly. Madera Villa stands out as a place where warmth comes before profit and where every resident is treated like family. I cannot think of a better place for a loved one who needs care and community.

When my mom needed hospice care, we visited several places in the Bay Area before choosing Madera…read moreVilla. From the moment we stepped in, we knew it was the right place for her. The team at Madera Villa is incredibly caring, compassionate, and fully dedicated to their patients. They not only took exceptional care of my mother but also supported us as a family, making us feel truly at home. Their kindness and warmth provided comfort during an incredibly difficult time. We cannot imagine a better place for my mom to have spent her final days, and we will always be deeply grateful to the owner and the entire team at Madera Villa.