Awesome place! Finished my phlebotomy classes without having to spend any money on anything besides…read moreuniform due to getting my grant approved.

I would not recommend the medical assistant program. The admin. class was listed as 4 nights/week…read morein-class instruction and ended up being exclusively on-line with only one Zoom call for an hour per week. The clinical class, also advertised as 4 nights/week for lots of hands on experience, ended up being 3 nights for 1.5-2 hours each. In addition, the class ended a week early even though the class had little time for students to get comfortable with injections and venipuncture. The externship program lacks school support from staff. There is no guarantee of placement, often a long delay between graduation and the externship, and when the career & externship advisor is asked a direct question about anything, her only reply is "to consult the website." The new principal was once quoted as saying "you get what you pay for" when questioned about the shortened hands-on class time. It doesn't seem the staff at EAS is truly interested in helping students achieve a better education and career.

Two stars for cleanliness and friendly staff…read more Three stars off for the most important aspect of a used bookstore... price. $5 per paperback? More for hardbacks? For a book whose spine is parting? Missing pages? C'mon. Don't even bother looking at most of what they call "Vintage" books. They ask a king's ransom for them. I found paperback after paperback that was priced at over $20 each... for a book barely 50 years old and a cover price of $1.50. Outlandish. I actually performed a reality check and went to Ebay to check on 7 or 8 of those titles. In each case the books sold for much less on Ebay than Helen is asking. They most definitely need to adjust their pricing schema. It's not like they're paying rent in downtown La Jolla for goodness sake. I was originally, upon walking in, going to say their large, diverse selection is a strength. Now I understand it's simply a function of them not selling their books at a good turnover rate at all... consequently, their stock piles up. Shame.

This place has a TON of books and I'm so happy I discovered it! I was able to find 3 books in my…read moreTBR list, which I was surprised with because they're all contemporary authors who are pretty hot right now. I could honestly stay in this place for at least a couple hours; there books wall to wall and they even have a large romance section in the back. I can't comment on the stock as I don't really read romance, unless it's for sh*ts and giggles. They have also got plenty of comfy chairs for you to sit around in, too. Pricing is average as many are half off the cover price. Some books are deeply discounted and are in little baskets scattered in the store. I'll definitely come here again! The only drawback is that they're open Wednesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays only.

As a Medely registry CNA/RNA, I have worked at many different facilities, and I can honestly say…read morethat Learning Services in Escondido stands out because of the people who make it feel welcoming, supportive, compassionate, and genuinely focused on the residents. Registry staff are often expected to walk into an unfamiliar facility, immediately understand everything, and figure things out alone. That was not my experience here, and a major reason for that was Shelby. Shelby is truly the backbone of this place. She is not the type of person who simply comes to work and completes a shift. She shows up for people. She notices when someone is struggling, steps in when help is needed, and makes both staff and residents feel seen, respected, and valued. There was one day when I was going through an extremely difficult situation involving my apartment, and I was honestly close to having a breakdown. I still came to work and tried to hold everything together, but Shelby could physically see that I was not doing okay. She did not ignore it, rush past me, or make me feel embarrassed for struggling. She came up to me, gave me a hug, supported me throughout the day, and helped me continue moving forward when I did not know how I was going to get through the shift. I will never forget that moment or the compassion she showed me when I needed it most. That same compassion is reflected in how Shelby treats the residents. When residents need attention, she is there. When they are having a rough day, she is there. When they feel frustrated, emotional, overwhelmed, or simply need someone to listen, she is there. She has even come in on her off days when the facility needed her most. When we need her here, she is here. When we need her somewhere else, she is there. Her dedication is not something that can be taught--it comes from genuinely caring about people. There is a saying: "Help one life and you are a hero. Help a hundred lives and you are a Certified Brain Injury Specialist." Shelby may officially hold that title, but she is so much more than that. She is a hero, a parent, a friend, a manager, a boss, a mentor, and a true team player. She carries all of those roles with strength, patience, compassion, and heart. I also want to recognize Liz and Lorenza, because they have both played a huge role in making my experience positive. They were always willing to help with orientation, explain how things were done, answer questions, and step in whenever I asked for support. They never made me feel like I was a burden or like I should already know everything simply because I was registry. Liz and Lorenza were also incredibly helpful when it came to communicating with Spanish-speaking residents. They stepped in to help make sure residents understood what was happening, felt comfortable, and had their needs properly communicated. That kind of support is extremely important in healthcare because every resident deserves to feel heard, understood, and respected, regardless of what language they speak. What I appreciate most about this team is that they do not make registry workers feel like outsiders. At other facilities, I have been expected to figure everything out alone with little guidance, communication, or support. At Learning Services, Shelby, Liz, and Lorenza made me feel like part of the team. They helped me understand the residents, the routines, the expectations, and the environment. Their support motivated me to work harder because I knew I was surrounded by people who genuinely wanted me to succeed and provide the best care possible. Even though I live very far away, I would absolutely make the drive back to work another shift at Learning Services. The distance would be worth it because of how welcoming, kind-hearted, patient, and open-minded the staff are. I sincerely hope that I can continue working with Shelby, Liz, Lorenza, and the rest of the team in the future. I would also confidently recommend Learning Services in Escondido to families looking for a place where their loved one will be treated with dignity, compassion, patience, and genuine care. From what I have personally witnessed, the residents are not treated like numbers or tasks. They are treated like people, and the staff make a real effort to understand their individual needs. Shelby, thank you for seeing me as a person before seeing me as an employee. Liz and Lorenza, thank you for guiding me, helping me communicate with residents, answering my questions, and stepping in whenever I needed support. The three of you made a lasting impact on me both professionally and personally. Learning Services in Escondido is extremely fortunate to have people like Shelby, Liz, and Lorenza. They represent the kind of leadership, teamwork, and compassion that every healthcare facility should have.

One of the few, long-term rehab residential units around the SD area. The population is adults with…read moreacquired traumatic brain injuries, mostly young males. Depending on Rancho Level functioning, the rehabilitation is intensive and care is fully supported and supervised to fit the patients' needs. The area passes for a regular apartment complex and recreational space, and does not draw negative or unwanted attention to itself in any way. Only drawback is the cost either comes out of pocket or from private insurances.

Just watched Moana Jr. and I can't be more impressed! My kids and I enjoyed it so much. I didn't…read moreknow this hidden gem was in Escondido. I can't wait to see their next show. The staff were so friendly and the performers did a great job. The costumes were fabulous. Bravo!

Both of my daughters have been here for productions throughout their youth and up into adulthood…read more Our family has attended many of the shows put on by this theater group through out North County and we have never had a problem. I am so glad to see that they have their own theater now so they can do more for our community. In the beginning when my girls wanted to participate in something such as this and on this level, as a father I was very worried because you hear horror stories about crazy people or creepers in this feild but over years the family that runs this program has always been professionals who want to teach and share their talents with the next generation. Over the years I have witnessed the owners go out of their way to offer a helping hand to young people trying to get a start in this business... Now that my children are grown up adults I am glad that they both the opportunities given to them by this theater group.... Thank You Star

I was one of the kids that saw Mr. Spellmans performance at Camino Grove in the late 90s and to…read morethis day think about it all the time. My mom went backstage after and was taught how to "eat" fire. Definitely sparked my interest in magic after that and now hope to help coordinate a show at my kids school. Highly recommended for the littles!

Steve Spellman performed a COOL magic show at my son's elementary school a little while back…read more.. http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/spellman-magic-spectacular-oceanside?select=fvTaRjzYMwoM9_NELagGhg It turns out that Steve is no stranger @ the Magic Castle in Hollyweird. Here are some neat videos that I recorded during the show ~ http://youtu.be/yVIa7vzBzdU http://youtu.be/cAng33h0L-o http://youtu.be/KXV4f8vsyQE http://youtu.be/_Pdq8nDU3FA Steve is funny, charismatic, and has real showmanship. The kids loved him! My son took a pic with Steve before the whole shebang was over ~ http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/spellman-magic-spectacular-oceanside?select=SmTaRlDCwFhntiv8sGnbkQ BTW, Spellman Magic is a traveling comedy magic show in SoCal. Hire him for any event, and he will bring his entire crew and stage with him. Now that is even more magical!! More info on Steve Spellman: "As seen on HBO, Comedy Central, and The Tonight Show. Steve Spellman is the first magician to bring magic to schools. A breathtaking spectacle of glittering costumes, upbeat music, and sensational illusions! Steve has made appearances at the Magic Castle in Hollywood." spellmanmagic.com

Our community is so fortunate to have the wonderful Fallbrook School of the Arts…read more I've been fortunate to attend an Art History class and Calligraphy class recently; both instructed by Dixon Fish. Dixon is a highly regarded artist master printmaker, and instructor. He's also responsible for the great display window designs at the Fallbrook Art Center. I highly recommend checking out the available courses at: http://www.fallbrookschoolofthearts.org/

Love FSOTA! Always great classes, you don't get "art shamed" when going to try something new…read more Encouraging environment and changing selection of classes to bring out your inner artist! My only wish is there were more classes in the evenings for working people. We need art therapy, too!

Went here to sell some clothing and the process was super simple and quick! I brought my clothes in…read morea bin, then got to shop around while they looked through my pieces. They even texted me when it was done! A few tips: They do prioritize certain brands, so check their website beforehand and be selective about what you bring. It's a bummer to pack up a ton of stuff only to haul most of it back home! They can only offer a few dollars per item, so if you have nicer pieces you feel are worth more, I'd recommend trying other vintage/consignment spots instead. Overall, a great experience for a quick and easy closet cleanout!

Yesterday went in trying to sell clothes and I went it to see how much longer I had to wait and…read morewaited an hour in a half and they didn't start until I asked how much longer the girl was looking throw my clothes and she made a comment about my clothes and didn't really look at them she dumped everything out and didn't put them back like how I brought in. Service was terrible.

Great place to learn various music instruments & voice. Whether you're 6 or 65 years young.read more

I walked into this music store on a Tuesday and they truly have EVERYTHING. Anything you need to…read morebuy for creating music, they have it. If you need repairs done, they can do it. If you want lessons in singing or learning any instrument, they teach it. Seriously, come here! The store employee was a friendly woman, too. Very knowledgeable.

Hidden gem. Array of products for your preferred glass choices. Romy i believe was his name super…read moredown to earth guys went out of his way to for me to check his other stores on availability. Wish i knew about this place sooner not just in the product but good people.

Great selection, perfect English, fair prices. A real head shop not just another cigarette store!read more