Poway Gardens Senior Living has the kindest staff around. Their activities and parties are so fun…read moreand lively that I just hope that when I get to the memory care age I have the opportunity to call this place home. If you ever get the opportunity to tour this location totally jump on it, they are of the highest quality when recognizing your loved ones level of care needed and the layout of each home is so perfect. It is exactly the "home environment" I have been looking for in an elderly care location. Let me rave about the activities a little more!!! Scenic drives, art programs, bingo, discussion groups, and PARTIES, PARTIES, PARTIES!! They celebrate EVERYTHING and I never have to worry about my loved one feeling left out of the fun because everyone is included here!!

Two of our elderly family members moved to Sinceri Poway Gardens memory care in Spring 2023. Family…read more(non-resident) loves it here! We feel we're working together with the staff and administrators here to optimize the situation--one person is having trouble adjusting to being away from home; the other calls the Gardens home. Several hospice nurses and two garden volunteers from the community, as well as a few visitors we've met, have assured us that this is generally an excellent place, especially when compared with the range of what's "out there." My own observations are that the staff work cheerfully and are very helpful. They know the residents well, are kind, and have been communicative with us. The activities staff are terrific. Administrators are responsive and staff really engages our loved ones, encouraging them to participate in activities in their building and at the lovely organic produce gardens that supply vegetables and flowers for the care and local communities. The therapeutic gardening program brings in community volunteers and students. One of our seniors with dementia feels that the menu is somewhat repetitive. Admin arranged a meeting with the director of food services, who personally came twice to chat with our relative about it. This person doesn't like vegetables and there are healthy amounts of those given at meals--hence we have a problem for our veggie-hater. We appreciate the admin taking it seriously.

They are wonderful people. My mom Jax's Alzheimer's and they are compassionate. It smells wonde…read morewith the breakfast and lunches the y make. The activity actually look fun to where I almost want to participate myself!

Mom has been a full time participant here for 1.5 years. Mom has fully recovered and is now in her…read morebest health because of the social environment with other elder friends, activities such as chair exercises, yoga, TaiChi, dancing, singing, arts and crafts, etc. She gets a light breakfast-snack and fresh lunch while here for the day. She gets stronger and healthier because of this place. Transportation can be arranged but is a long wait list. Pros: Very clean facility. Professional & Caring & Friendly Staff. I trust them for taking care of my Mom. Cons: currently only open from 9 am to 3 pm and any late pick-up will charge overtime. I wish they can be open back to pre-pandemic time 8 am to 4 pm.

I am writing this review based on the tour I had with Kathleen. I toured both the Assisted Living…read moreand the Memory Care floors. The place feels warm, uplifting and inviting. It's also very clean and doesn't smell. I love the setup of the memory care. Sometimes your loved one may be between the two levels of care, and may benefit from socializing people in the assisted living. Ivy Park allows that when appropriate, which is unique and something I love about this place. I also liked the floor plan of the Memory Care on the third floor. The hallway is like a loop, instead of a straight hallway with fire doors at the ends (where people with dementia may try to leave). The entire place feels like a nice hotel lobby where people gather. I also felt that this place takes fall prevention seriously - it's a major concern for elderly people in general but especially those with dementia. The flooring and the way furniture was set up in the common areas was thoughtful, i.e., there wasn't anything that was sticking out where you could trip or bump into. Another facility I recently toured had multiple strips across the hallway, maybe to cover the flooring joints. I saw a woman walking with a walker, and she had to stop and slightly pick up her walker every time she went over those bumps. I toured 30+ facilities in San Diego County when I worked as a social worker, and I have to say this place was one of the best I've seen. I toured for my father-in-law, and my mother-in-law chose another place closer to her home. But I would have definitely chosen Ivy Park if it were up to me. Highly recommended.

Overall our experience with Ivy Park was nothing short of outstanding. I highly recommend it to…read moreanyone seeking a place with beautiful surroundings and top notch care for their loved one. Not only are the surroundings meticulously maintained and beautiful, the care they provided my mother was exceptional. My mother had a lot of medical needs and the staff at the facility were always incredibly professional and they went out of their way to ensure she was comfortable and happy. I was constantly impressed with how the staff went above and beyond to meet her needs and ensure her comfort and well-being. Keeping my mother happy was no easy task and the fact that they were able to cater to her high standards while managing her complex medical needs speaks volumes to the top notch care this facility provides. Ivy Park has a genuine commitment to excellence and I can't recommend them enough. I couldn't have found a better place for my mother. Thank you Ivy Park for your exceptional care of my mother.

Great communities. The staff is very very attentive and caring. Would highly recommend.read more

From the owner: Life at Pacifica Senior Living Poway combines all the best lifestyle features in one incredible…read morePoway, California senior living community. With a serene and inspiring indoor setting, you’ll have endless options to have fun, make friends, and relax. Our Independent Living community provides a comfortable space in a community of friends, while Assisted Living provides ongoing daily assistance for those who need an extra hand, allowing them to focus on what’s important.

Moved my mom from another memory care in Poway to Silvergate Rancho Bernardo Memory care. Night and…read moreday difference. We are all very happy with Silvergate!! I am a registered nurse, and my standards are high. We have been very pleased with all of the staff, the caregivers and the leadership--as well as the activities and the meals. My mom loves being able to choose her meals (with help) from a menu. Everyone has been caring and have gone out of their way to be helpful to my mom. My mom has had several medical issues recently that required hospitalization. Both times the staff recognized my mom needed medical attention and acted on her needs appropriately. Not only that, they sent her a get well card with personal notes from the staff, and several of them have called to check and see how she's doing. I cannot tell you the peace of mind I have knowing that my mom is safe, well cared for and ENJOYING her life at Silvergate. We visit frequently (almost daily) and have never encountered anyone that wasn't kind or helpful. The staff always make you feel as if you and your loved one are important. Silvergate has also incorporated several family activities into their activity calendar (summer dinner on the patio with family) etc. Highly recommended Silvergate if you're looking for kind, compassionate and active memory where your loved one can enjoy their moments and activities. The facility and surroundings are modern and beautiful.

I was recently with a friend whose husband is living in the Memory Care part of Silvergate and…read morevisited with him while he had lunch. Although the facility is VERY nice, I was really surprised to see he was given a plate with several different types of foods mixed together. He kept asking what this was and what that was, and then he refused to eat. What really surprised me was that this is a facility that caters to older people. Gee, doesn't everyone know that children and very elderly people don't like their foods all mixed together? People like to identify what they're eating and the person who has dementia can't remember what all the foods are (and that they're safe to eat) if you can't identify them. It's just too confusing and it's one more bump in the road they don't deserve!

I arrived at Ridgeview Health Center following a very invasive surgery and was immediately…read moreimpressed by the community. The facility is exceptionally clean, modern, and well-maintained, with a beautiful outdoor patio where I could enjoy fresh air and sunshine. There were also a variety of activities available, which helped make my recovery more enjoyable. The care I received from the nursing staff, physical and occupational therapists, wound care specialists, rehabilitation team, and dietary department was outstanding. Every staff member I interacted with was professional, compassionate, and took great pride in their work. They consistently went above and beyond to ensure I received the best possible care. I would highly recommend Ridgeview Health Center to my family and friends. The quality of care and dedication of the staff were truly exceptional and exceeded my expectations. Cathy K

4 months of care at Ridgeview was the worst experience ever. Made our very difficult time,…read moreactually horrific. Orders from ER not input into their system correctly. Call button for assistance wasn't working (and never checked) Lack of communication between the doctors and staff - caused a handful more "falls" that should have happened. More visits to the ER than anyone should have had. Doctors testing orders ignored, even asking over and over. Promises of "checking on my dad every 2 hours" were ignored and not ever implemented. 2 of us were there everyday and still could not get the quality of care and dignity that my dad deserved and needed. We were lied to daily and staffing numbers were under the mandated requirements. I would not put my worst enemy in Ridgeview. Be very vigilant before putting your loved one here.

Living at Belmont Village has brought so much joy and purpose to my life. At 88 years old, I feel…read moreincredibly fortunate to be part of such a caring and active community. One of my favorite responsibilities is running the library. Reading has always been one of my greatest passions, and caring for the library keeps my mind active while allowing me to share that love with others. The friendships I have made here are truly priceless. I enjoy sharing meals, attending activities, and spending time with people who have become like sisters to me. I also appreciate the many opportunities to stay healthy and active. My daily exercise classes, weekly balance class, Mahjong games, Texas Hold'em, Jeopardy, and Password sessions all keep both my body and mind engaged. I especially enjoy the wonderful outings and special events, like the Belmont Village Olympics, which create so many fun memories. To end each week, I look forward to Friday evening Shabbat services lead by my dear friend, Beryl Bosher, here at Belmont Village. Gathering with this special group of Jewish women and men provides comfort, friendship, and a meaningful way to begin the Sabbath together. Belmont Village has given me much more than a place to live. It has given me purpose, friendship, opportunities to stay healthy, and countless reasons to smile. At this stage of my life, those gifts are truly priceless, and I am deeply grateful to be part of such a caring and vibrant community. With gratitude, Carol T.

We are so grateful for the Belmont in Sabre springs. From…read morethe beginning with Nadine walking us through the process for homing my mother-in-law, to the perfect apartment, and a wellness staff that is excellent. The care she is receiving is worth the cost, which is real however totally appropriate. My mother in law is in the Circle of Friends program and she is thriving. She wasn't thrilled with the changes in her life, however, she is laughing and excited for her classes. She is receiving the best care and she is happy.

We had the chance to visit family that lives there. It really is impressive and they gave us a tour…read morearound. This is the retirement lifestyle where you don't have to worry about housekeeping or landscape maintenance, common expenses and bills are included in monthly fee. It's 53 acres of manicured grounds with water features and serene open spaces, apartments, townhouses, duplexes, villas with 1,2 and 3 bedrooms. They have a computer lab , conference rooms, library and theater. Included: meals at restaurants, housekeeping and landscaping maintenance, entertainment and transportation services, pickleball and tennis, movie theater, open-air indoor pool, gym and other on-site attractions. Comprehensive Care Each resident has access to the adjacent health center for assisted living, memory care and long-term care in a skilled nursing center, if ever needed. Wellness Services * 24/7 on-site licensed EMTs * On-demand physician access through telehealth services * Fitness classes and health lectures * Physical, occupational and speech therapies Health Services They offer comprehensive support for common illnesses to navigating the process of healthy living Activities Dancing, Live Bands, Zumba, Painting, Photography, ceramics, trivia nights, games, book clubs, coffee socials, support groups, conversational Mandarin and so much more. Dining (meals are on a point system) Las Ventanas They offer premium entrees such as fresh fish, rack of lamb, steaks, lobster and scallops. The Mission Grill You can set up reservations for formal dinner plans or have a casual meal at the clubhouse lounge. The Shores has an intimate outdoor garden space, retractable doors, brick-oven pizzas and lively lounge-style open kitchen.  Grab-and-go Cafe for convenient take out meals. They also have a dog park and garden.

While researching retirement communities in the San Diego area, we came across The Glen at Scripps…read moreRanch. From the moment we passed through the guarded gates, we were struck by the beauty of the grounds. We found impressive buildings surrounded by gorgeous landscapes with multiple types of flowers, shrubs and trees all perfectly maintained. The interior of the structures were equally impressive, decorated with high quality furniture, lovely artwork and interesting artifacts everywhere. The use of water features, (bridges over streams, babbling brooks, coy ponds and fountains), created welcoming areas that made one want to sit and stay awhile. All of the staff members we encountered were friendly and kind. One that stood out among the rest was Seth Limon-Residency Counselor. He was extremely professional, knowledgeable, organized, personal and had a great sense of humor! Seth had prepared and excellent presentation for us that gave us a sense that we truly knew all that The Glen had to offer. It goes without saying, that when we are ready to move to our ideal retirement home community, The Glen at Scripps Ranch is on the top of our list!

I would give zero stars if I could. Our loved one with Alzheimer's was here for one month. Why?…read moreBecause she got out, mid-day, and no one noticed. Thankfully, a Good Samaritan noticed an elderly woman with a walker headed down Midland St. in Poway. Sunview Gardens was ill-eqipped to care for her. The owner knew she had Alzheimer's and even assessed her! She had no problem opening the gate around the perimeter of the house. It is a very small facility; the staff definitely should have been paying closer attention. In addition, we hired a third party care-giver to stay with her overnight one day/night. This person notified us that a caregiver at Sunview literally yelled at our loved one for coming to the breakfast room before it was time. Stay away from this place if your loved one needs Memory Care.

My 84-year old mother, who's suffering from congestive heart failure, did not have the opportunity…read moreto stay at Sunview Gardens, as she was rejected by the proprietor, Felicity. About a month ago, I got the call from mom that no son wants to hear. "Son, I can't stand up". Mom ended up going to the hospital via paramedics where it was determined that she had previously undiscovered congestive heart failure. She already had crippling osteoarthritis, which we knew, but we didn't know mom's ticker was bad. After hospitalization, she spent several weeks in a skilled care facility. We started in search of an assisted care facility. Now understand that mom does have a budget, so it's fair to say that while we can spend some money, this is not a "money is no object" situation. Also, understand that I've been a businessman for over 30 years and I do believe in negotiation, where appropriate. The party on the other side can say yes, no, or meet you in the middle. I visited Sunview Gardens and I thought it was aesthetically quite nice. Felicity seemed like a strong businesswoman, and I can respect that as a businessman. We found a room that we liked and I thought we had agreed on a price, subject to an evaluation of my mother. I also liked the fact that Felicity told me that they did not have a community fee. We got close to admission time and were working on scheduling a day and time to evaluate my mother. Felicity messaged me and told me that she could not do the price that I thought we had agreed upon. Um...okay. Didn't like that, but I didn't spend a lot of time debating it either. Wasn't thrilled, but it wasn't necessarily a deal breaker either. She asked to e-mail me a message, so we could be "clear on fees and charges". In the e-mail, she mentioned a $1,000 non-refundable administrative fee and a $1,000 deposit which would become non-refundable if mom couldn't move in by Monday (this message was received on Wednesday afternoon). These fees were new to me and had not been previously discussed. Again, I did not rule anything out, but I was caught a bit off guard. I was willing to give her a deposit, that day in fact, but wasn't loving the "non-refundable" aspect of it. Further, I had not previously seen a non-refundable "administrative fee" as high as $1,000. The other similar facilities were no more than $500 and one or more were at zero. I asked Felicity, and this is a direct quote, "Also, do you have any flexibility on your $1000 administrative fee? When we looked at other places, the highest fee that we saw was $500, and one of them had no administrative fee." Her reply? "Hi Brad, I am not comfortable with all of this bargaining on our fees. I think it is probably better to find a facility more in your budget range. As you know, there will be level of care increases in the future, should your mom decline. thank you for stopping by and seeing our facilities. Wish you the best in finding a place that is more suited to her budget". So she made the decision to reject my mother and of course I was rather annoyed by it. It's her right to do that, and it's my right to be unhappy about it. The facility is aesthetically nice. My sister wailed like a baby upon learning that my mother's admission request was rejected. Both my mother and I believe that it was a blessing in disguise. While I wish her the best, in turn, I must offer a less-than-ringing endorsement of Sunview Gardens. I respect her right to make business decisions, but I do not have to like the decisions nor the way that she makes them. I also wanted to respond to my sister's ridiculous "counter-review". I did find a nearby room with a private bath, far, far more impressive gardens, zero community fee, zero admin fee, $500 fully refundable deposit and we were told to "take our time" about moving in. I sense that mom is going to get a much higher level of care from a team that I trust. Oh, and they came down $1000 per month. That's called "negotiation", and the owner is "honored" to have my mother stay there. My sister gets caught up on on aesthetics. Cute place. Cute little dog. She had this bizarre little fantasy about visiting her mother there around Christmas. Reality check Laura, it ain't going to happen. This lady rejected your mother. There's absolutely nothing wrong with negotiation. There's absolutely nothing wrong with politely asking about fees that are plainly out-of-line with the competition. Instead my sister attempts to justify them and Felicity's actions. How's that for loyalty? As a side note, as of this writing, there are zero dementia patients at the facility where my mother is going. Only very sharp residents. One was a professor who graduated from Oxford University. And unlike the situation with Felicity, I actually trust the owner and the husband and wife care team that will be looking out for our mother.