The Tradition Senior Living is a wonderful place for aging parents to live! My parents have lived…read morehere for two years now at their newest property at Greenville and Lovers Lane in Dallas. I visit them often there and have seen firsthand what a quality, clean, beautiful and friendly place this is! They have really enjoyed the various events/ outings, the food is amazing and the accommodations are first rate! Highly recommend!

Both my mother and my mother in law live at The Tradition at Lovers Lane. Both my husband and I…read moreare very pleased. Our mothers are pleased as well. Both of our mothers have lived at The Tradition for over four years. This retirement community is very well run, has excellent staff, lovely apartments, attentive maintenance, very good food and a lovely atmosphere in all the common areas. Both of our mothers lives in independent apartments.

The staff are wonderful and there is always activities to keep one busy. I've met life long friends…read morethat I love to spend time with and happy hour is always a blast!

This review is for relative newbies like me to the 55 & over crowd. In chatting with our delightful…read moremanager the other day, corporate has been modestly soliciting reviews & I'm all too happy to do so. The most salient aspect of Evergreen is something most people don't even think about; they are a local concern as opposed to national, so not owned by some outside interest. This means hands-down better management, less cost, and sincere attention to the 'Standard of Living' experience. Evergreen values its reputation & you see a conspicuous full case of well-earned awards right there at the front door to prove it. I try to be rather descriptive below, and do so to express how refreshing it was upon moving in to come to a property where the care & concern for the residents is so palpably genuine... To wit: Facility: The grounds are meticulously kept. You see that a lot around town yes, except here it's actually 24-7 two-up clean & tidy. The pool area is quaint and beautifully appointed; on a summer evening for example it's a perfect conversational get-away and no mosquitoes (!)... Typical amenities abound, except here they're always carefully maintained & by golly everything works. First-rate gym equipment, spotless game room w/ pool table, meeting/library rooms, a general group gathering/rec area that also has a clean, fully equipped kitchen. This location also has a secured easy-access parking garage with larger spaces; hence getting in & out of the car is a snap. There's no assigned spaces other than handicaps so you always have a convenient spot every time. Notably, the tow-truck gangs are not allowed to come hunting here so never a worry on that end either. Location: Tucked away in the southwest corner of Farmers Branch, traffic getting to local grocery, retail, and dining is non-existent. Everything necessary for your day to day is a couple miles away or less, and the facility even has a shuttle service for that too. Overall the surrounding area is uniquely safe & peaceful, and Farmers Branch Police are without question the best of all of the Dallas suburbs. There are also miles of walking & riding trails immediately adjacent. Community: Best neighbors ever! Ages run the gamut & are mostly women. Personal get-togethers are constant, open-invitation, and a variety of groups have formed over time for gaming, hang-outs & what-nots... Sponsored holiday events & varietal programs of interest are recurrently orchestrated by management and depending on the topic are geared toward appropriate members of the community accordingly. Residency: Subtle niceties avail themselves once you're getting settled in... You discover there was no skimping on convenience or privacy here. Little things like a plug always right where you need one, abundant pre-installed lighting, a roomy ambience with superior sound insulation to boot. In simple terms, the floor plans were well thought-out and in this price-range are likely unbeatable. On a Personal Note: I moved in here because I could, primarily to address the increasing needs of my mother who had been a resident here past 10 years. Though titled as a senior community, the fact is this place is a hidden gem. I've known many of the residents here for years, as well as the management over time. The service here is unmatched. The cost/value ratio also unbeatable. Most apartment communities are of course geared toward a different crowd; so getting away from certain annoyances of modern communal living, (take your pick) has been a real treat. If for yourself or a loved one you're looking into this category of residence, I fervently endorse the Evergreen brand, and if this specific location is convenient, start here... Note: The pictures available on the net are from initial construction. The landscaping is well developed now and far superior to what the pictures show...

I have made my home here for over 13 years. The manager is very efficient and she communicates…read morewell. We have a wonderful maintenance staff and problems or preventive maintenance is handled as soon as possible. They schedule events and we have a great group of residents who play games daily. It's an stress-free place to live. We all know our neighbors.

I first reviewed this assisted living and memory care facility almost 4 years ago when it initially…read moreopened under the name of Harbor Chase of the Park Cities. Since that time the facility changed management & became The Preston of the Park Cities. My mother has been a resident since the place first opened as Harbor Chase. The place is gorgeous and they are far more creative with their food and menus than any other place we initially looked at. Although there has been turnover in staff over the years, the best key players on staff stayed & have become real assets to the place. When Covid hit we were tremendously concerned about how this would be dealt with and how the residents would be protected. Watermark, who is the management company have done a phenomenal job handling the pandemic and keeping residents safe and their families well informed. The staff & residents were fully vaccinated by late January. Finding a great place for a parent, spouse or relative who needs assistance can be a very trying time in everyone's life. You'd be hard pressed to find a better place for them than The Preston of the Park Cities.

My father lived his last few years here. We got to know the staff and nurses and they were always…read moreso very kind. He was always well cared for. This is a wonderful place. The facility is upscale. They know the residents and show so much grace and respect. There is always activity - singing or shows. When it's time for a facility like this you want to trust that your loved one is happy and safe. This is a wonderful choice.

What a wonderful experience! Highly recommend! I have…read moreworked in senior living communities and as a private duty senior companion for a total of 12 years. I'm familiar with many senior communities throughout the Dallas (and surrounding cities) area. One of my clients was needing a respite stay while her house was being repaired. Debra at Five Star Premier was outstanding. She went above and beyond to make my clients stay exactly what she needed. The best part about it, in my opinion, was Debra's genuine and utmost concern for my client during her stay. She truly cared about her comfort and addressed any concerns promptly. Five Star Premier is a beautiful and pristine community where all the employees and residents seem very happy to be there. The food was so delicious! Usually, in a large community the food tends to all taste the same. My client ate Atlantic salmon or some type of fish each day. She raved about how fresh and perfectly cooked the fish was each day. No need to hesitate on where your loved one will thrive...this is the place.

My in-laws live here so we visit/eat here often. I must say I've never had a bad meal here. The…read morefood is very good, with friendly attentive service. I think they also have a Happy Hour five days a week. The place is well maintained and the inside is open and airy.

St, Joseph Residency is a wonderful place for the elderly, or even those not so elderly. When my…read moremom passed my step-dad decided to check this place out on a word from my pastor. It is affordable and run by nuns, who are just great! The interior is beautiful, with a chapel for daily Mass, a movie and entertainment room, and the dining area looks like a very nice restaurant. My step-dad loves it there and has made quite a few friends. He said he is "at home".

The management and staff are the best! Every one at The Bentley sincerely cared about my mother…read more Management; Kelly, Becci, Jennifer (especially), Adriana and Christina helped me through some difficult times that I had with my mother's dementia. Nurses and caregivers are there 24/7. A true indication of a good company is the longevity of staff, several who work at The Bentley have been there for 20+ years. My mother's house keeper Jeannette is a truly wonderful, caring person and my mother loved her. Tonya was also incredibly caring. Much of the load of caring for my mother was lifted by these wonderful people. I am truly thankful for having found all the wonderful people at The Bentley.

There are serious problems at The Bentley in Dallas. Problems with staff yelling at residents or…read morebeing non-responsive when they need help. Food service is dismal, poor quality and not enough food. There seems to be a general lack of concern for the well-being and happiness of the residents.

It was just about three years ago that my wife and I decided that a senior retirement complex was…read moreright for us. We visited dozens of sites on the internet, and drove to six places in the north Dallas area. The one place that jumped out to us was Parkview in Frisco. We have never been sorry that we chose this as our home. It is a an attractive facility, and the landscaping is beautiful. Parkview has several different floor plans and apartment sizes, but we chose a two bedroom, two bath apartment that meets our needs perfectly. It has a modern kitchen, large living/dining room and a comfortable balcony with a view. All utility expenses (except TV and phone) are included. Our maintenance needs are also included and fixed rapidly just by a phone call. But it is the friendly residents and serving staff that puts Parkview ahead of other retirement complexes. Smiles and hello's greet you in the hallways and warm conversations are the norm in the dining room. And by the way, the food and service iin our Embers Restaurant is first class, with a wide variety of selections and all prepared and served well. We love to take cruise vacations, and our life "aboard" Parkview is very much like that on a premium cruise ship: daily activities, entertainment, dining, etc. So if you are looking for a retirement place, you should come by Parkview in Frisco. We think you will like it . . . we certainly do. Bob M P.S. Here's a link to a website we publish highlighting life here at Parkview in Frisco: www.parkviewers.com

This is an AMAZING community - not only is it beautiful inside and out but the staff is sooo…read morefriendly and helpful (many of them have worked there for years!!) and the residents are sweet as can be. I've noticed that there's ALWAYS a happy buzz in the restaurant - which to me says a lot about how much people enjoy themselves and I've NEVER seen that so consistently at any of the other many many communities that I've been to - and the food is GREAT! Parkview actually have the ONLY restaurant that I've been to in the US where I can get a salmon cooked and served as it should be - and I'm from northern Sweden so I definitely know my salmon! :-D ...and the grilled chicken salad with the Chef's homemade dressing - O M G it's so fingerlickin' gooooood I wished they sold it bottled!! The last time I visited, I got the chance to see their new Assisted Living and Memory Care next door and...WOW!! That is the most astonishing AL/MC that I've EVER seen - on any side of the Atlantic ocean! It seriously looks like a serene SPA with a Texas-twist - it's sooooo beautiful in every little detail and it's amazingly well thought through to help the residents thrive. It totally astonished me and still, I have a veeeery critical eye when it comes to living conditions and surroundings! :-D I definitely recommend this place! :-)

READ THIS REVIEW!!!! Best place for your parents! Hands…read moredown! My parents have been at The Forum for years. They started out in IL (independent living) and 3 years ago we lost Dad and Mom moved into DL (dependent living). All buildings are connected so Mom gets to see old friends at Sunday Brunch. (She is 93 now.) She has made many new friends in the DL building who are charming and so nice to her. I'm writing this because over the last 5-6 months I've been joining Mom for Happy Hour and have gotten to know her friends. I can't tell you how many stories I hear them share about other facilities in Dallas (Austin and Houston too) about how bad the food is and how they themselves (or friends) are ignored and not cared for. They told be several times that when they tell people how awesome everything is at The Forum... their friends don't believe it!! LOL, LOL. Well... it's true! Yes, I confess I take Mom to Sunday Brunch so I can get one of the best omelets in Dallas (in the IL building) and the rest of the food is so nice. My sisters take guests and we always celebrate birthdays and holidays at Sunday Brunch. Enough about that. Let's get to the brass tacks. The staff is probably the best I've ever encountered. If I'm with Mon and she has an ache and needs some Tylenol, I call the front desk and the nurse brings it to her within 15 min or so. VERY RESPONSIVE!! (Abbey is so awesome!) Mom has a Help Watch on her arm and can press the button and help comes immediately. As well, the staff will call me with every incident (like sliding out of her chair, etc.) Major or minor - they update the family immediately. AWESOME! Ok. So you are looking for a place for your parents. Absolutely check out The Forum. Have frank and direct conversations with the staff who show you around (and see if you can pay to sample the Sunday Buffet!!) Our family has so much peace knowing even the cleaning people care about a quality job and if they observe anything that needs attention - they alert the right people. I personally feel indebted to The Forum. THANK YOU ALL FOR TAKING SUCH GOOD CARE OF MY MOM!!!!!!

My parents moved in a few months ago. Manuel Ruiz had been absolutely amazing. He helps them with…read moreeverything ! He's patient and kind and has a fantastic attitude! We are also beyond grateful for Connie. She is on top of all their care and overall health. Her communication is perfection! The forum is an amazing place for aging parents.