I trust the smart staff of Maplewood, Orange. I feel confident that my family members are well…read moretaken care of in their final glory years.

My husband and I have both of my parents plus his Father all living at Spring Meadows. They've all…read morebeen there several years now, and it's been a great place for the 3 of them to live. My Father in law has an apartment in Independent Living while both of my parents now live in the Memory Care unit. So we've experienced two different levels of need based care. I've found that the Spring Meadows staffers are very good. The nurses, the aids and even dining room staff really seem to care about the residents and try to make the difference to keep them engaged and make sure they're well cared for. I'll also add that the office staff and the general manager coordinate very well with us, the family members, to help with the details involved of having an aging parent who needs the assistance of this kind of facility. They are always helpful and respond promptly if I call with questions or requests. It's been a blessing to have my parents be able to live at Spring Meadows and get the good care that they need.

My parents have been residents at Spring Meadows for about two months and are very happy there…read more The facility is clean, the staff is kind and caring and there is a family atmosphere there. My parents enjoy the food as well as the activities which keep them busy. The nurses are collaborative and very helpful. George Dewey, marketing director, helped make the transition smooth for them and has really been instrumental in making it all happen. My sister and I feel very blessed to have found the perfect place for our parents to spend the last years of their lives!

A wonderful place, family atmosphere! Seniors enjoying themselves with activities, musical…read moreentertainment and caring managers! Chef meets with residents each month! Full amenities included in very reasonable monthly rent.

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My husband was a patient here for short-term rehab. We found the nursing care here to be excellent;…read morehowever, short-term folks are housed side by side with permanent residents who need intense care. Unfortunately several of the folks near my husband's room had dementia and screamed much of the day, which made for a difficult healing environment. We were most interested in physical therapy and although the practitioner was fine, he was often working with 3-4 patients at a time. There were several occasions where he just couldn't fit my husband in. We would not use this facility again.

Do not put your loved one in this place. They are cruel about giving any information. I understand…read moreHIPPA laws, but the least you could do is be polite when someone is in their last stage of life. I just got hung up on after being told my aunt went home, by someone who finally, after a week, answered her phone, instead of saying anything helpful. She hated it there, because they spoke to her like she was a 6 year old.

I was told that there was an apartment available for my mother for April and that some renovations…read morestill needed to be completed. I filled out the application and submitted the needed information and my mother was approved. As the week's progressed I kept asking for a move in date. Finally after 3 weeks, I said I needed a move in date and was told at that time that it would be mid June. I was extremely disappointed with how I was misinformed about an apartment that was not going to be ready. Had I been told that this apartment wouldn't be ready until June, I wouldn't have left work early on 2 separate occasions, spent time and effort on filling out a 30 plus page application and submitting countless bank statements. I also stopped looking for an apartment for my mother. What a waste of time. I would never recommend or do business with this establishment ever again.

My great-grandfather lived here for the last years of his life. I used to come visit him here when…read moreI was 6. Now, 30+ years later, I have many family members living here. I visit them between once and twice a week. I have seen many of the units in here, have eaten the food, met many of the people, rode in the elevators and can give a pretty good review of this place since I've seen other "old folks" homes. Most of the residents in Tower One are Jewish. Ever since HUD took over, the Jewish community within the towers is getting smaller with other groups moving in. While I'm sure it's a great place to live if you're Jewish like my family, I would feel like an outsider if I wasn't Jewish. Many of the units have been renovated. They look absolutely great and have been modernized. The older units are "old". They look like they are from the 70's. Either way, if you are living in Tower One, you have to get the meal plan which is six dinner meals per week except for Saturday because of the Sabbath. The food isn't half bad, but it is bland and people often complain about the food. There are several options. Over the past three years, I have noticed a significant decrease in the quality of the food in the dining hall. The food for breakfast and lunch is actually pretty good. (remember it is all kosher) The dinner is dairy free and the breakfast/lunch is meat free. The best part about living in Tower One / Tower East is the staff. From the administrators to the Security to the wait staff, they are all top notch. They know everyone's name in the entire building, so if you're not a regular or a resident, they will know instantly. If you live on certain floors, you need to purchase Utopia services which is like assisted living. There is a minimum charge, and extra hours can be purchased. The price to live here seems expensive, however when you break it down, it's actually not that bad. Units in Tower One which include the six meals run from $1300 for a studio to $2000 for a one bedroom. This is the total cost with everything included besides phone/cable.

I never ever have written a review on Yelp, but I feel so strongly about Middlewood's of Newington…read morethat I had to take a minute to tell you about our experiences there. The staff is friendly, knowledgeable and caring, I mean really caring and sweet. The food is delicious, healthy and there is plenty of it. If residents don't like food they just have to ask and another food will be made for them. There are all kinds of activities and excursions with plenty of staff to help; and they throw some of the best parties I have ever been too. Medical staff is on hand which is very helpful. My grandmother arrived and was very scared (she lived in her home over 65 years) I swear within a day or two she really started to love the place. She has made many friends. What I like best is that we don't have to worry about her. We don't have to spend the weekend, doing laundry, cleaning and help with her showering. We get to spend quality time with her. That's the best feeling in the world. The place has just upgraded the place, new carpets, new paint, new furniture everything is spotless and beautiful Kathy Braga is the Chief Fun Fairy and Director of Middlewood's. She runs a tight ship with lots of love. She makes everything run seamlessly. My grandmother has long term care insurance and they gave us so much trouble to get them to pay for my grandmothers care. Kathy dug in and we got the result we wanted they'd pay for her care. I don't believe that we would have gotten the same conclusion with out her. We love her, we love the place and we are very, very happy.

My mom has been at Middlewoods of Newington for a year now. It is very clean and well kept up and…read morethe staff is very friendly and helpful. The rooms are very comfortable and the hallways resemble a college dorm with small tables of knick knacks and seasonal decorations. My mom gets her hair, nails and pedicures done on the premises. Also on the premises is a geriatric doctor and psychiatrist, both of which my mom sees. There are activities every day and also a van that takes residents to doctor appointments, the store as well as field trips and Wii bowling competitions with other assisted living communities. There's something for every level of care for seniors and I am very happy to have my mom living there.

I love this place! I went here in August to recover from a hip replacement. The rehabilitation…read morecenter called The Bluffs, was wonderful! The building is just two years old and beautiful with nautical blue tones throughout. All 17 rooms are private with full bathroom. It is extremely clean and comfortable! The food is pretty good with always something interesting on the menu. The nurses and staff are so caring.....ready to do whatever it takes to make you comfortable. I would certainly go back if I ever needed rehabilitation after surgery again. Oh and did I mention that it is on the water!

Friends that live in Senior Citizens Communities aren't dead yet! Some go out for a drink at my…read morelocal hangout next door! They keep up even at 100 years old. I should be that lucky!! Don't stereotype humans because of their age. Get to know some. You may be surprised what you learn and how much fun you can have!! This community is costly but offers all the services on premises that someone needs to live a full and happy life. It's right in my neighborhood. :-) Adopt a Senior!

So grateful that my mom is at this lovely, lively place. The apartment is light-filled and…read morecomfortable, the staff is great and caring, and the food is better than other reviewers have said. I appreciate Carnegie East and the activities--from Classical music appreciation to Shakespeare to Friday Happy Hour--keep my mom engaged and happy.

NATIONAL POTATO CHIP DAY! What a blast with kettle potato chips available all day. They were hot,…read moresalty and delicious. I had some for lunch in the Crossroads Café and with dinner at the Riverbend Grill. What are we celebrating next?

Love this place! Everyone is so kind and welcoming and my Gram is so happy here. There is not a…read moresingle place better than them. Their facility is absolutely gorgeous and the food is so yummy. I love how many activities the residents have and how there is always something for my gram to do if she wants to. I highly recommend checking this place out!